How to Identify Cannabis Plant Sex? Pre-flowers in Practice

Learn how to quickly recognize cannabis plant sex. See how to tell males from females by pre-flowers and how not to confuse them with hermaphrodites.

IPM in home cannabis grows — A plan for pests before they appear

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in home cannabis cultivation is a plan for pests before they even show up. Learn how to use product rotations (without spinosad), predatory mites and growroom hygiene, all adapted to European realities.

Spider mites, thrips, powdery mildew and the rest of the crew that can ruin your harvest before you even say “bloom”

The worst cannabis pests are spider mites, thrips and powdery mildew. Check quick check-lists: first symptoms, what works in veg, what in late flower, and what you should never spray on buds.

Cal-Mag: shield or placebo?

More and more growers use Cal-Mag when growing under LEDs and with filtered water. But does every plant really need it? Find out when calcium and magnesium supplementation is a lifesaver and when it can do more harm than good.

Cannabis leaves in coco and hydro — complete diagnostics (pH/EC, tables and charts)

How to read cannabis leaves in coco, DWC/RDWC, aeroponics, rockwool and other media. pH/EC ranges, the most common symptoms (Ca/Mg, K, Fe…), quick fixes and “false alarms” (root oxygen, solution temperature, spray nozzles). Tables + downloadable charts.

Cannabis leaves — full diagnostics of soil deficiencies and excesses (pH 6.3–6.8, nutrient availability table)

A complete guide to leaf symptoms in cannabis: nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, manganese, zinc, copper, boron, molybdenum, chlorine, sodium, and toxicities. Nutrient availability vs pH table, diagnostic checklist, quick fixes, and “false alarms” (overwatering, wind, light, pests).

Foxtails: fix or ignore? When it’s a problem, and when it’s “just the cultivar”

Foxtailing in cannabis: when it’s a light/heat problem vs. just the cultivar. How to stop it in 24–48 h and protect density, flavor, and resin.

Too close, too far? The golden LED distance — and how not to confuse light burn with deficiencies

Set the ideal LED-to-canopy distance: starter tables, light burn vs deficiencies, when to raise or dim, plus PPFD/DLI tips for an even, stress-free canopy.

Hermies & nanners: identification, prevention, and quick rescue of your grow

Where do hermaphrodites and “nanners” in flower come from? Most common causes (light leaks, stress, genetics), simple prevention (dark test, timer, T/RH), how to identify on the plant, and a rescue plan: removal, misting, isolation, when to chop and when to finish with minimal seeds.

Step-by-Step Diagnosis – How to Identify Leaf Spot Problems in Cannabis

A practical, step-by-step guide to diagnosing leaf changes in cannabis. Learn how to spot different leaf spots, colors, causes of disease, deficiencies, pests, and unwanted growing conditions with clear explanations. Keywords: cannabis leaf problem guide, diagnose leaf spots.

Calendar of Cannabis Diseases in a Temperate Climate – Expanded Outdoor & Greenhouse Guide Month by Month

A detailed calendar of cannabis diseases in a temperate climate – your monthly guide to outdoor and greenhouse threats. Learn when to expect mold, rot, and pests, how to protect your crop, and keep harvests healthy all season long. Outdoor mould calendar and cannabis disease season made simple for growers.

Algae and Biofilm in Hydroponics – Not a Plant Disease, but a Source of Chaos

Learn about the real risks of algae and biofilm in hydroponic systems. Discover how these hidden threats disrupt water quality, sensor readings, and plant health—even if they don’t cause direct disease. Practical tips from a seasoned grower for managing “algae hydroponics” and “biofilm in the tank