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Cannabis is a weed. Sure, it will grow if you throw some seeds into a pot and forget about it, but the results won’t be what you see in a Maximum Yield magazine.
Just like your body, cannabis plants require a healthy diet and a balanced nutrient regimen in order to flourish. If you want four to five ounces of premium herb at harvest time, you’ll want to create your own or utilize a nutrient program from a reputable source.
Cannabis nutrients do not have to be confusing.
I’m going to show you exactly what you need to get started. Whether you’re looking for an organic solution or something that will work with your hydroponic setup, I’ve got you covered.
Let’s take a look at what you need to know before you begin your grow.
We’ll also be covering some of the top nutrient programs for cannabis cultivation.
Ready to get down to it?
First and foremost, you need a solid understanding of micro and macronutrients that are essential to growing killer herb.
Potassium, phosphorus, and nitrogen are cannbis’ nutrient trifecta that are essential to every successful grow.
However, cannabis plants require different amounts of these nutrients during their three different stages.
The three stages of cannabis growth are:
Seedling: After germination, seedlings do not require any additional nutrients when they begin to sprout their first leaves and roots.
Vegetation: Once your plants have a decent root system, you can begin feeding the plants your chosen nutrient system. Ideally you should use high nitrogen, high potassium, and medium phosphorus.
Flowering: When you kick your plants from veg into flowering you want high potassium, high phosphorus, and low amounts of nitrogen.
If that doesn’t make sense to you, that’s okay. We’ll dive a little deeper into ideal nutrient solutions and levels in the next section.
The top three primary nutrients your cannabis plants need are:
Nitrogen: Enhances vegetative growth.
Potassium: Enhances energy and helps build resistance.
Phosphorus: Enhances photosynthesis and nutrient uptake in your cannabis plants.
Boron: Enhances calcium absorption.
Calcium: Boosts cellular growth.
Copper: Root development stabilizer.
Cobalt: Enhances nitrogen absorption.
Chlorine: Boosts foliage growth and enhances cellular division.
Iron: Enhances photosynthesis, chlorophyll, and produces healthy enzymes.
Magnesium: Enhances light absorption.
Molybdenum: Helps nitrate convert to ammonium.
Silicone: Balances magnesium and iron levels.
Sulpher: Enhances vitamin and hormone production.
Whether you are an experienced cannabis cultivator or you’re just beginning your journey, there’s always something you can learn about producing premium cannabis.
Here are a few tips that I wish I had known when I was just starting out:
Are you a fan of fancy hydroponics setups? Do you live in a sunny climate and plan to grow cannabis outdoors? What type of cannabis genetics are you planning on using?
You need to know what your setup will look like before you choose a cannabis nutrient program.
Sun, soil, and water may grow plants, but without the correct nutrient assistance you won’t get a large yield and your buds may not be the most potent.
It’s easy to make mistakes as a beginner.
Depending on where you live you may need a reverse osmosis system to reduce the amounts of natural nutrients in your water. A PPM pen and a Ph pen are also going to be your BFF if you want to grow bigger buds.
Alright, it’s time to get down to the good stuff. If you want potent levels of THC, you have to give your plants the TLC they need.
Using organic or chemical nutrient programs both have their good and bad about them, so really think about your end product and what you are trying to achieve.
With so many nutrient programs on the market, it can be tough to decide. That’s why you need to narrow down your search to your application.
There are nutrient programs for soil grows, hydroponic grows, organic grows and for those who prefer liquid nutrient programs to powder.
Pro Tip: A reputable nutrient company has been around for a while and has a solid customer base. Read reviews and listen to those who have used the system before.
I am a little biased, but Advanced Nutrients is by the most recommended and accessible cannabis nutrient program on the market today.
With several fertilizer solutions to choose from and significant history in growing bigger buds, Advanced Nutrients knows what’s up.
A few of Advanced Nutrients’ best sellers are:
Ph Perfect: Grow, Micro, Bloom is a three-part nutrient system that can skyrocket growth and max out yields. The scientists at Advanced Nutrients saw a gap in today’s technology and products on the market. Ph Perfect maximizes nutrient absorption so you can grow bigger buds.
Big Bud and True Organics Big Bud are a bloom booster that does exactly what the name says: creates big buds. Flavourful and fat, your buds will be thanking you. If you opt for organic nutrients, their famous Big Bud bloom is now available in 100% organic form.
A common catchphrase in the cannabis cultivation community is “more roots, more fruits”. It’s the truth. After thousands of grows, it is safe to say that Voodoo Juice is the secret sauce to maxing out your ROI when it comes to growing cannabis.
This powerful potion delivers plant-enhancing microbes to your plant’s roots. The result? Fat and dense buds that are full of flavour.
Gaia Green is all about delivering high-quality organic fertilizers that enhance your grow- naturally.
This is a Canadian company that takes pride in innovative agriculture and all-natural soul development.
This is a great alternative to synthetic fertilizers. Their Power Bloom blend is formulated with high potassium and phosphorus levels that give your plants what they need to grow bigger buds.
Fox Farm is another top soil and fertilizer company with one heck of a resume. Being in the game for nearly four decades has taught them a thing or two about what your cannabis plants need to flourish.
They have it all: soil enhancers, liquid fertilizer, slow-release fertilizer, pest control, supplements and starter packs to get even the greenest grower cultivating.
They have launched two new products called Cultivation Nation that is worth noting. One is a three-part liquid fertilizer regimen and the other is a two-part soluble fertilizer program.
Heather lives with her husband and two children in beautiful British Columbia. Her passion has always been to enhance the lives of others by helping them reach their business goals.
Content management is her specialty, and writing is what she does best. Working specifically in the cannabis market, Heather strives to help dispensaries, patients, doctors, manufacturers and recreational users by giving them the voice they need. When she is not writing, you can find her anywhere outdoors and away from the screen.
