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Lemon Skunk Cannabis Strain – Details and Review

The Lemon Skunk cannabis strain is a cross between the Skunk strain and the Citral strain from Pakistan. Lemon Skunk is a 50/50 indica/sativa strain, and has a powerful aroma of citrus from which it gets its name. This strain is very high in THC and was measured in lab tests at 19.12% with 0.23% CBD and 0.75% CBN. Lemon Skunk provides the best of both worlds when looking for a strain. The effects are very long-lasting, which starts off as a head high, and morphs into a physical, body high which is very relaxing. Growing Lemon Skunk Lemon Skunk grows like a vine with long spaces between inter-nodes and therefore it responds very well to training. It will need to be controlled indoors either by using the technique known as ScroG or with LST (low stress training). Yields are enhanced in this way by exposing all budding sites to the light. In 8 weeks of flowering yields of 800 gr/m2 are possible. If cultivated outdoors it can grow into a lanky plant that will produce 800 gr. with harvest in late September in the northern hemisphere. Read the full article

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LA Peyote Kush Cannabis Strain - Details and Review

The LA Peyote Kush strain is a cross between L.A. Kush and Peyote Purple. This hybrid strain is 90% indica. LA Peyote Kush has a high THC content, with up to 25%, making it a strong breed in it's own right. Although LA Peyote Kush is a potent indica strain it produces an uplifting experience creating a positive mood, physically relaxing and mentally creative, while also helping with anxiety, insomnia and depression. Growing LA Peyote Kush This plant can be grown indoors and outdoors. It takes 8 - 9 weeks of flowering before it is ready to harvest. Total growing time from seed to harvest is approximately 12 weeks. LA Peyote Kush produces average yields with higher than average quality. The scent of mint pervades the grow room with earthy flavors of menthol and pine. LA Peyote Kush produces green and purple buds towards the end of flowering. If you are a cannabis connoisseur, you will be impressed with this special, potent strain. Read the full article

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Blue Dream Cannabis Strain - Details and Review

Blue Dream is a cross between Blueberry Ice and Haze. This hybrid strain is 70% sativa. Blue Dream cannabis strain produces a high quality, large yielding harvest making it a favorite among commercial growers, and hobbyists alike. Blue Dream has a light lemon-citrus aroma. A high THC content produces an uplifting, cerebral high, mentally stimulating and long-lasting while also being comfortable and relaxing. Blue Dream contains a high concentration of terpenes, which are not only responsible for the plants aroma, but they also have many therapeutic and medicinal benefits. Blue Dream is commonly prescribed to treat several medical conditions. As an anti-inflammatory, Blue Dream can lessen the side effects of several conditions including Arthritis, Crohn's Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis. It's also used to treat anxiety, stress and depression. Blue Dream has also been recommended for pain relief, and nausea. Blue Dream Cannabis Strain Growing Blue Dream Blue Dream can be grown both indoors or outdoors. When grown indoors the plants grow to a medium size, producing around 500 grams per square meter. When grown outdoors Blue Dream plants can grow quite large and produce up to 850 grams per square meter. The Blue Dream strain produces a powerful citrus aroma, so be sure to use proper ventilation. While Blue Dream is a favorite strain for commercial growers. Novice or first-time growers should be able to achieve a respectable harvest. Read the full article

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Critical Purple Kush Cannabis Strain - Details and Review

The Purple Kush cannabis strain comes in many varieties, depending on the breeder. This review covers the Critical Purple Kush strain from Seedsman. Critical Purple Kush is similar to the Critical plant except that it is taller and has a longer inter-nodal length. Critical Purple Kush is a cross of Blueberry, Critical and Peyote Purple, and this strain is 80% indica. The taste combines pineapple and forest fruit flavors along with with little nuances of lemon and Skunk derived from the Critical component. THC content is high, up to 20% with low CBD. The effect is physically relaxing, and its recommended for medical usage. Critical Purple Kush is prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, stress, and pain management. Because Critical Purple Kush is 80% indica, it will produce a deep, relaxing body high. The term "couch potato" comes to mind when describing the effects of Critical Purple Kush. Critical Purple Kush Growing Critical Purple Kush When grown outdoors, this plant can reach a height of 250 - 300 cm. The buds will be ready to harvest at the end of September or early October in northern latitudes. If grown outdoors, each plant can yield up to 600 - 800 grams. Growing Critical Purple Kush indoors will yield 400 - 500 grams per square meter. The branches of this strain are rather spindly and it is highly recommended to tie/train them in order to stop the large, spongy, purple buds from snapping them. Read the full article

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Italian Ice - Marijuana Strain Details and Review

If you're looking for a strong body high, with enough of a head high to provide euphoria, and contentment - Italian Ice is a marijuana strain worth checking out. Italian Ice is a cross of Forbidden Fruit and Gelato 45, bred by Cali Connection. By combining these 2 hybrid strains, you're left with the best of both worlds; the head high and euphoria from sativa, and a deep body high from indica. The result is a unique combination of relaxation and contentment. Mature buds have a strong, musky odor. Try a small dose first, and wait a few minutes for the effects to kick in. It will creep up on you. This strain is a popular choice for treating anxiety, insomnia, pain management, and depression. Please consult with your physician before beginning treatment. Growing Italian Ice This plant tends to develop a strong main cola although it can become very bushy with sideways growth too. Delicious fruity scents are produced during flowering. This is a very easy plant to take cuttings from with a fast rooting time. I posted an article on how to clone plants here. Indoor flowering takes between 69 - 74 days after which yields of 200 - 320 gr/m2 will be obtained, dry weight. Beginners should have no problems growing this strain indoors. This strain exudes a distinct smell of blueberries and hashish with musky, citrus notes. The taste is sweet and pungent and is long-lasting on the palate. Read the full article

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2020 California Legal Cannabis Sales Revenue

California legal cannabis sales revenues have solidly beat expectations for the year 2020. Compared to 2019 cannabis tax revenues, California is on track to collect close to $1 billion in cannabis sales tax for 2020. The total tax revenue in 2019 was $637 million. For the 3 quarters ending in October 31, 2020 California reported tax revenue of $778 million according to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration website. If the fourth quarter 2020 is as robust as the 3rd quarter ($307 million), California is solidly on track to top $1 billion in collected tax revenue from cannabis sales. This represents a 57% increase in tax revenues year over year (yoy). Can we expect the same cannabis tax revenue increases every year going forward? The increase in cannabis tax revenue was most likely due to covid-19, and the lock-downs put in place. More people frequented cannabis dispensaries, preparing for an extended lock-down. With covid vaccines being distributed rapidly, combined with herd immunity, the pandemic will most likely subside, with the exception of covid mutations. Will covid-20 follow covid-19? Lets hope not! There was also some evidence that cannabis reduced the body's destructive immune response (cytokine storm) from the covid virus. We posted an article here on using marijuana to treat covid-19. Read the full article

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10 Best Medical Uses For Marijuana

For thousands of years marijuana has been used to treat a variety of medical conditions. Read more here about Medical Marijuana In Ancient Times. This article includes the top 10 Medical Uses For Marijuana. In recent years the scientific community has been investigating marijuana for it's many medical applications. As a result, marijuana use is coming out of the shadows of society and becoming more mainstream. Marijuana is classified as a Schedule I drug. According to the DEA's definition; Schedule I drugs, substances, or chemicals are defined as drugs with no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Recent studies confirm that marijuana has several medical uses. When compared to many socially accepted FDA approved pharmaceuticals, marijuana has fewer side effects, and in some cases less likely to be abused. Marijuana, including CBD oil has been used successfully for the use of treating the following 10 medical conditions: 1. Pain Management When listing the top 10 Medical Uses For Marijuana number one and probably the most common, and studied use for medical marijuana is treating pain. Both CBD and THC have a natural affinity for modulating pain in humans. Different causes of pain originate from several underlying medical conditions including headaches, diseases and injuries. Marijuana doesn't discriminate against different types of pain, it treats all types. Read the full article

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Using Marijuana To Treat Covid-19

Marijuana has been gaining a lot of attention recently as an effective treatment for fighting Covid-19, also known as Coronavirus. Research shows that using marijuana to treat COVID could be an effective thing. Coronavirus and weed are relateable. With Covid-19 becoming the worst global pandemic since the Spanish Flu of 1918, researchers are looking at all possible treatment options. What led researchers to examine the effects of treating Covid-19 with marijuana? Most likely due to marijuana's strong anti-inflammatory effects, and for it's positive safety profile. Researchers around the world are actively studying cannabis, and it's positive effects on outcomes, where Covid-19 has been diagnosed. Recent Studies In the late stages of Covid-19, patients become seriously ill due to respiratory distress. The body's immune system overreacts by causing a cytokine storm. When the body releases too many cytokines, the respiratory system fails, which can lead to death. A proven way to reduce the body's immune response is the use of corticoid steroids, specifically dexamethasone. A potent anti-inflammatory, and immune suppressant, dexamethasone has been shown to reduce mortality in advanced cases of Covid-19. The most studied cannabinoid, CBD can also inhibit the production of pro inflammatory cytokines. Read the full article

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More States Push To Legalize Marijuana November 2020

After the November 2020 elections, as many as 5 more states will legalize recreational marijuana use. The states with marijuana legalization on the 2020 ballot include Montana, South Dakota, Arizona, Mississippi and New Jersey. 2020 could end up being one of the biggest years for marijuana legalization in the US. Montana, Arizona, and New Jersey are voting to legalize adult-use or recreational marijuana use. South Dakota is voting on both medical and adult use of marijuana, while Mississippi is voting on medical use only. Currently 11 states have fully legalized recreational marijuana use. Fully legal states include Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont and Washington. Although it's not considered a state, recreational marijuana use is legal in Washington DC. I find this ironic considering our lawmakers live, work, and some (legally) smoke weed in the DC area. If Montana, Arizona and New Jersey vote to fully decriminalize marijuana this November, over 100 million Americans will have legal access to recreational weed. With more acceptance and state laws making marijuana use legal, federal lawmakers will have to acknowledge state laws in their districts. A possible conflict is due to marijuana being classified as a Schedule I drug at the federal level, while many states have completely decriminalized its use. More states legalizing recreational marijuana use puts pressure on the Federal government. Read the full article

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How To Grow The Biggest Marijuana Buds

After your first successful grow, the next logical question is how can I produce a higher yield next time? The female cannabis plant produces large amounts of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), and the largest concentration of THC is found in the flowers (buds). You may have seen pictures on social media of enormous buds. It's a sight to behold. How did they do it? With a few tweaks, and some basic knowledge your next grow will reward you with a massive yield. In this article we'll look at several ways to produce big, beautiful, marijuana buds with the highest yield possible. Genetics The single most important factor in producing the largest buds, and yield is to choose the right genetics. Several strains have been genetically engineered to produce the largest, and most potent yields. We see new strains appearing every year, produced by some of the top cannabis breeders. Some strains haven't been modified, and are organically predisposed to produce higher yields. When shopping at an online seed-bank such as Seedsman, you'll see yield quantities listed as part of the description. A yield of 500 grams or higher is considered a high yielding cannabis plant. High yielding plants by default have larger terminal buds. Some high yielding, high THC cannabis plants include Pineapple Express and Grapefruit. Indoor grows will have lower yields than outdoor grows. The roots are confined in pots when growing indoors, so the overall plant size, and yield will be smaller. This shouldn't discourage you from growing indoors.

Nutrition Growing large, healthy buds requires a healthy diet. They require the right nutrients, which vary at different stages of growth. Lets assume for the time being that you're using potting soil as a grow medium, as opposed to hydroponics. While there are some benefits for using hydroponics, such as potency, and shorter time to harvest, bud size and overall yield are best achieved using soil. Like all plants, cannabis requires fertilizer which includes nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) (NPK). They also require trace minerals including calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, sulfur, and boron. Most commercial potting soil (bags) contain the right combination of fertilizer, nutrients and some organic matter required in the early stages of vegetative growth. This may be sufficient for the first few weeks of growth. The vegetative (growth) stage which can last for 7-8 weeks, requires a different combination of nutrients and fertilizer than the flowering stage. The vegetative stage uses more nitrogen (N), and the flowering (bud) stage uses more phosphorus (P). Commercial nutrients contain ratios of 2-2-4 for vegetation (grow), and 0-6-6 (NPK) for flowering. These quantities, and ratios differ slightly by product. There are several commercial nutrient brands available online that provide different combinations, trace minerals and organic matter for each stage of growth. I suggest adding half the recommended dose when starting a nutrient program. Keep a close eye on your plants, checking for drooping or yellowing leaves. Over fertilizing can destroy your plants, so start slowly. Nutrients are added to water, and used once per week. You should stop adding nutrients 1-2 weeks before the harvest, which is referred to a flushing. Only pure water is used at this late stage. Check the pH of the soil, and water. Cannabis plants require a soil pH of between 6.0–6.5. You can adjust pH levels by using products such as pH UP, and pH DOWN. One of the most overlooked nutrients for flowering is CO2. Carbon dioxide is the most essential element for photosynthesis other than direct sunlight (or LED & HID lights). Adding CO2 to the grow during the flowering stage will greatly enhance the size and quality of your buds. If using a grow tent, or closed grow area a cheap and effective way to add CO2 is using dry ice. Dry ice is simply pure, frozen CO2. You can mount the dry ice above each plant and watch it slowly release CO2 gas as it melts. Once per week is sufficient. Another way to get CO2 is renting a refillable CO2 tank. You can also purchase a CO2 machine, which is more costly. Technically water is a nutrient. Make sure you don't over-water. Feel the soil and determine if its dry, moist or wet. You can also purchase a cheap hydrometer, and probe the soil. amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit0"; amzn_assoc_search_bar = "false"; amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "202008f7-20"; amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; amzn_assoc_region = "US"; amzn_assoc_title = "Top Nutrient Picks"; amzn_assoc_linkid = "e0bb21f4b7a141b53f8e697000ff98ef"; amzn_assoc_asins = "B0002E5O6O,B0002E5O7S,B00572026S,B004FYSDFQ"; Topping & Trimming All flowers produce the best and biggest fruits at the top of the plant. Its genetically advantageous for the survival of the plant's species. The highest concentration of growth hormone is located at the top of the plant. When left alone to grow, cannabis plants will produce one large terminal bud at the top, and several smaller buds lower down on the plant, known as popcorn buds. When you top the plant, you create a bushier, more dense plant. Topping is essential if you want to significantly increase the yield. The plant will grow out evenly into 4 or more terminal buds over the following days and weeks. Topping should be done at the first 3-4 weeks, when the plant is 6-8 inches in height. There should be at least 4 or 5 nodes, with stems and leaves growing out. Cut off the top leaf including its stem down to the top node. Over the next few weeks you'll see new stems and leaves growing out. These will eventually turn into terminal buds. The plant will become more dense and bushier as it matures. This in turn will produce a much higher yield. Trimming Stated previously, if you left the cannabis plant to grow on its own you'll end up with several small, wispy "popcorn" buds growing on the lower part of the plant. They don't get enough light and resources to grow into full sized buds. Because the lower leaves and stems will not produce quality buds, they're pretty much useless. Trimming, or pruning the lower one third of the plant allows the plant's resources to be dedicated to the larger stems, leaves, and buds towards the top. This step will also increase yield. Start trimming the lower part of the plant at 6-8 weeks, toward the end of the vegetative stage. You can start slowly, and re-visit up to the flowering stage as needed. Don't overdo it, or the plant can go into shock. Lighting Providing adequate lighting is essential for proper growth, in the early stages through flowering. A lack of sufficient light in the first few weeks of growth will lead to a weak, sick plants and disappointment down the road. When using fluorescent or LED lighting in the vegetative stage, make sure the lights are no more than 2 inches above the plant. These lights run cool and won't burn the plant. If the lights are set too high, the plant stretches higher, getting closer to the light to meet its lighting requirements. Stretching leads to weak stems, roots and the plant will not be strong enough to flower. If your using HID lighting such as metal halide in the vegetative stage, you'll need to mount these 24-36 inches higher, as they give off a lot of heat, and have a much higher intensity or lumen output. Metal halide lamps are generally used in commercial grows. Its also important to adjust lighting during the flowering stage. To avoid burning the plants when using high pressure sodium lamps (HPS), the height should be raised enough to avoid burning the plants. Depending on the power, HPS lamps can be mounted as high as 36 inches above the plants. The reflectors spread light evenly, and the intensity gets light down to the bottom of the plants. Over lighting can be as bad as under lighting. Commercial growers tend to use 600 watt HPS, while a small grow of 6 plants or less will get away with a 400, or 250 watt lamp. Many small time, personal growers choose LED lighting for 6 plants or less. LED lights run cool, are energy efficient, and fairly inexpensive. LED technology has improved enough to produce large, healthy flowers. When using LED lights make sure enough light is getting to the lower part of the plant. LED lights should be mounted lower than HPS lighting, yet high enough for the reflector to spread out the light, covering all the plants. You might need 2 or more LED lights for enough coverage, depending on how many plants you're growing. Conclusion Growing large, healthy buds is very achievable if you obtain the right genetics, provide the right nutrients, topping and trimming, and adequate lighting. It seems like a big outlay of cash, but what you purchase upfront will be used for several grows, such as nutrients, lighting, tools etc... Your increased knowledge will lead to a better, more rewarding experience. Also See: Growing Marijuana Indoors For Beginners Read the full article

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Florida Recreational Marijuana Legalization 2020 Update

The path to legalizing recreational marijuana for adults 21 and over in the state of Florida has received a lot of attention recently from lawmakers and advocates. Regulate Florida - the organizers of the recreational-marijuana legalization effort had been scrambling to obtain the required 766,200 signatures from Florida residents through the online initiative Make It Legal Florida. In 2019, Make it Legal Florida’s proposed an amendment that would allow adults 21 or older to purchase and transport up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana. It also allowed medical marijuana dispensaries the right to sell marijuana with clearly labeled, childproof packaging. Unfortunately the effort to legalize recreational marijuana came to an end last week, falling short with only 295,072 state verified signatures. The requirements to put the petition on the 2020 ballot stipulated that all 766,200 signatures from Florida residents be verified by the state by Feb. 1, 2020. Late December 2019, Make it Legal Florida filed a lawsuit with the state, asking for more time claiming glitches with the state's website, and delays with the state's verification process. A number of groups including Florida Chamber of Commerce came out in opposition to legalizing recreational marijuana. “The narrow time frame to submit and verify those signatures has prompted our committee to shift focus,” said Make it Legal Florida Chairman Nick Hansen, of medical marijuana company MedMen. Paid petition gatherers were notified that the Make It Legal Initiative had come to an end. “Unfortunately the Make it Legal campaign is wrapping up early, effective immediately. We are extremely grateful for your hard work and dedication.” Bummer Don't count out future initiatives by the group to continue to pursue legalizing marijuana in the state of Florida. They remain focused and determined. “The narrow time frame to submit and verify those signatures has prompted our committee to shift focus,” said Make it Legal Florida Chairman Nick Hansen, of medical marijuana company MedMen. “We’re looking forward to Supreme Court review of our efforts and working in collaboration with state leaders to ensure the super majority of Floridians’ voices are heard.” Recently singer Jimmy Buffet came out in support of legalizing recreational marijuana in Florida. My two cents... When I walk around the streets of Florida, visit parks or beaches I can smell marijuana. People are sneaking around, and smoking weed in public. Apparently laws haven't stopped people from using weed. Instead of legalizing, controlling and taxing its use, politicians would rather hold higher moral ground (pun intended). In the end, the only catalyst for legalization will be financial. If states find themselves in dire straights, recreational marijuana will magically find itself back on the ballot, and probably pass. Read the full article