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How to Transplant Cannabis PlantsUpdated 5 months ago


After understanding when to transplant, let's focus on the proper technique for transplanting marijuana plants at different growth stages.

Transplanting Seedlings: Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Sterilize

  • Clean the working area
  • Wash hands or wear clean gloves to prevent contamination

Step 2: Check Soil Moisture

  • Ensure soil is relatively dry to maintain integrity during removal

Step 3: Prepare New Pot

  • Use flushed, sterilized, tested, and fertilized soil

Step 4: Transfer Plant

  • Squeeze the current container and flip upside down
  • Quickly transfer to new pot with old soil intact
  • Minimize root exposure to light

Step 5: Water

  • Provide thorough watering after transplant


Vegetative Stage Transplanting: Step-by-Step Guide

Aim to have plants in their final container at least two weeks before flowering

Step 1: Prepare Clean Area

Step 2: Prepare New Pot

  • Amend potting medium
  • Add soil to new pot, leaving space for root ball
  • Flush new soil and match nutrient mix, EC, and pH to old soil
  • Ensure soil is fluffy and light

Step 3: Remove Plant from Old Pot

  • Lightly water plant
  • Gently squeeze container to loosen soil
  • Hold base and invert plant, sliding off old container

Step 4: Transfer and Settle

  • Place root ball in prepared hole
  • Cover with loose soil, creating an even level
  • Water thoroughly

Step 5: Maintain Environment

  • Keep light, heat, and humidity consistent post-transplant

Key Tips for Successful Transplanting

  1. Use the "double-up" rule: each new pot should be twice the size of the previous one
  2. Minimize root exposure to light and air
  3. Match soil conditions (nutrients, EC, pH) between old and new pots
  4. Be extra cautious during vegetative stage transplants to avoid shock
  5. Maintain consistent environmental conditions after transplanting

Remember, careful handling and proper preparation are crucial to minimize transplant shock and ensure healthy plant development. Always prioritize cleanliness and speed during the transplanting process.

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