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Feeding & Watering Indoor Cannabis PlantsUpdated 5 months ago


Proper nutrition and hydration are crucial for healthy cannabis growth. Here are some key tips to remember:

Main Tips

  1. Feeding: Always follow the feeding schedule provided with your nutrients.
  2. Watering: Implement a wet-to-dry cycle for optimal root health.

For a more detailed explanation, watch Episode Eight: Feeding and Watering Your Plants.

pH Management

Maintaining the correct pH is essential for nutrient uptake:

  • Optimal soil pH: 6.5
  • Acceptable range: 6.2 - 6.7

Important: Adding nutrients affects soil pH. Regularly check both input and run-off pH levels.

Why pH Matters

If pH is out of range, plants can't absorb nutrients effectively. It's like trying to drink a soda through a collapsed straw!

PPM (Parts Per Million)

PPM measures the concentration of dissolved solids in your nutrient solution and run-off.

  • Optimal levels vary throughout the plant's life cycle
  • To decrease PPM: Alternate with plain water feedings
  • To increase PPM: Move up to the next level on your feeding chart

Monitoring PPM

Regular PPM checks help ensure your plants receive the right amount of nutrients without over or under-feeding.

Key Takeaways

  1. Follow nutrient schedules closely
  2. Implement proper watering cycles
  3. Maintain correct pH levels
  4. Monitor and adjust PPM as needed

Remember, consistent monitoring and adjustment are key to successful indoor cannabis cultivation. These practices will help you avoid common nutrient-related issues and promote healthy, vigorous plant growth.

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