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Growing cannabis in soil – what you need to know

Soil is the most popular substrate for cannabis cultivation. Soil growing is especially beginner-friendly because soil naturally contains nutrients and buffers pH fluctuations better than synthetic substrates. Whether using organic soil, perlite mixes, or dedicated cannabis substrate – soil grows are affordable, forgiving of mistakes, and produce full-flavored buds. The grow guides listed here help you with soil growing from germination to harvest.

🌍 Soil-specific Grow Guides (10)

🌿 Growing

Soil preparation in cannabis soil cultivation

Learn how to optimally prepare and improve the soil to ensure a healthy start for cannabis plants with pH 6.0-7.0 and or…

💡 Lighting

Efficient light distribution & shadow management

Optimum use of light in soil cultivation: Reduce shadows and provide optimum lighting for every plant with reflectors, d…

💊 Nutrients

Nutrient buffering and soil microbes in soil

This guide explains how the natural buffering effect of soil and the soil microbiome support the organic fertilization p…

🌡️ Climate

Mastering climate dynamics in soil cultivation

Learn how to recognize and manage sudden climate deviations in indoor soil cultivation to effectively compensate for tem…

🌱 Training

Bonsai training for compact cannabis plants

Shape your cannabis plant into a compact, symmetrical tree structure. This training approach combines gentle wire traini…

💧 Watering

Efficient water management in soil cultivation

Optimize water storage and use in soil cultivation. Learn how soil structure, organic additives and adapted watering tec…

⚙️ Equipment

Efficient drip irrigation for soil cultivation

An equipment guide for selecting and setting up drip irrigation systems in soil-based cannabis cultivation. Focus on opt…

⚠️ Deficiencies

Recognizing and correcting sulphur deficiency in the soil

Detailed guide to diagnosing and correcting sulphur deficiency in soil-grown cannabis. Learn about symptoms, causes and …

🐛 Pests

Effective control of ground beetles

Guideline for the detection, prevention and biological control of beetle-induced soil damage in cannabis cultivation in …

🐛 Pests

Leafminers in cannabis cultivation: detection and control

Learn how to identify leafminers early and control them effectively to prevent damage to your cannabis plants.

📚 General Grow Guides – suitable for all substrates (120)

These guides apply equally to soil, coco, hydro and outdoor grows.

🌿 Growing Beginner

Autoflower vs photoperiodic - the right choice

Comparison of cannabis types for each grower

🌿 Growing Beginner

Cannabis cultivation in Germany 2025 - legal situation

Current laws and permitted quantities for private cultivation

🌡️ Climate Expert

Perfect climate control in the grow tent

Automatic temperature and humidity control

🌱 Training Beginner

LST (Low Stress Training) Step-by-Step

Bend plant shoots for more yield without stress

✂️ Harvest Intermediate

Determine harvest time perfectly - Read trichomes

Microscopic analysis for maximum potency

✂️ Harvest Expert

Drying and fermenting cannabis correctly

Professional post-treatment for premium quality

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Effectively prevent mould and pests

Prevention and natural control without chemicals

💧 Watering Intermediate

correctly measure and adjust pH and EC value

Basics of the nutrient solution for healthy plants

💡 Lighting Intermediate

Perfect LED lighting for indoor cannabis

PPFD, spectrum and timing for maximum yields

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Germinating seeds correctly

Guarantee successful cannabis germination

⚙️ Equipment Intermediate

Basic equipment for cannabis cultivation

Essential equipment for beginners

🌿 Growing Beginner

Indica vs Sativa vs Hybrid - Understanding the differences

Choosing the right cannabis genetics

🌱 Training Expert

Advanced Plant Training Combinations

Successfully combine several techniques

🌿 Growing Beginner

Guerilla Growing - Hidden outdoor spots

Discreet cannabis cultivation in nature

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Cutting and rooting cuttings

Vegetative propagation of cannabis

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Life cycle of the cannabis plant

From germination to harvest

🌿 Growing Beginner

Understanding cannabis anatomy

Structure of the cannabis plant explained

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Greenhouse Growing for year-round cultivation

Greenhouse cannabis for climate control

🌱 Training Intermediate

Mainlining/manifolding for symmetrical growth

8-Cola method for perfect symmetry

🌱 Training Intermediate

Topping vs FIM - differences and application

Break through apical dominance for more main shoots

✂️ Harvest Intermediate

Long-term storage and preservation

Optimum storage of cannabis for years

✂️ Harvest Intermediate

Curing process for the best quality

Fermentation for flavour and potency

✂️ Harvest Intermediate

Harvesting technology for maximum quality

Gentle harvesting and initial processing

⚙️ Equipment Intermediate

Aeroponics - cultivating roots in the air

Maximum oxygen supply for record growth

⚙️ Equipment Intermediate

Set up a Deep Water Culture (DWC) system

Cultivate roots in aerated nutrient solution

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Identify and control thrips

Effective control of fringed wing drosophila

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Establish integrated pest management

IPM system for sustainable cannabis cultivation

🌡️ Climate Expert

Using CO2 enrichment correctly

Photosynthesis booster for experienced growers

🌡️ Climate Expert

Prevent mould and mildew

Effectively prevent fungal infections

🌱 Training Intermediate

SCROG (Screen of Green) setup and management

Grid method for uniform light distribution

🌡️ Climate Expert

Understanding and optimising VPD (Vapor Pressure Deficit)

Water vapour pressure deficit for optimum transpiration

🌱 Training Intermediate

Lollipopping for better flower quality

Energy concentration on top colas

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Recognising and eliminating whiteflies

Combat Trialeurodes vaporariorum

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Recognising and combating spider mites early on

Effective control of Tetranychus urticae

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Fighting fungus gnat larvae in the soil

Successful elimination of Sciaridae

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Using beneficial insects correctly

Biological pest control for cannabis

⚙️ Equipment Intermediate

Preparing and using Rockwool correctly

Rock wool as a hydroponic substrate

🌡️ Climate Expert

Optimise air circulation and ventilation

Perfect air movement in the grow room

🌡️ Climate Expert

Temperature control day/night cycles

Optimal climate control for cannabis

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Preventive hygiene measures in the grow room

Cleanliness is the best pest prevention

🌱 Training Intermediate

Supercropping for increased yield

Controlled stress induction for stronger shoots

💡 Lighting Intermediate

Avoid light burn and adjust intensity

Protect cannabis from light damage

✂️ Harvest Intermediate

Rinsing and curing before harvesting

Preparing cannabis properly for harvest

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Understanding calcium-magnesium balance

Recognising and correcting Ca-Mg deficits

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Organic vs mineral fertilisers

Advantages and disadvantages of different fertiliser systems

💡 Lighting Intermediate

Compare the efficiency of different light sources

Cost-benefit analysis for cannabis lighting

💡 Lighting Intermediate

Light cycles for autoflower vs photoperiod varieties

Optimal lighting duration for different cannabis genetics

💡 Lighting Intermediate

LED spectrum optimisation for different growth phases

Understanding and applying optimal light spectra for cannabis cultivation

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Understanding and controlling the EC value

Control nutrient concentration correctly

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Using organic boost additives correctly

Natural stimulators for cannabis cultivation

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

NPK ratios for different growth stages

Optimal nutrient distribution during the cannabis life cycle

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

measuring and correcting the pH value

Maintain the optimum pH range for cannabis

💡 Lighting Intermediate

Calculate and apply PPFD correctly

Photosynthetic photon flux rate for optimal cannabis growth

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Micronutrients and their functions

Understanding essential trace elements for cannabis

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Flowering stage management: from stretch to harvest

Successful flowering phase management for maximum potency and yields. Perfectly harmonise nutrients, environment and tim…

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Optimise the vegetative phase: Maximise growth

The vegetative phase lays the foundation for high yields. Light, nutrients and training for explosive development.

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Germination in various media: Rockwool, Jiffy, soil

Different germination media for optimum starting conditions. Rockwool cubes, Jiffy pellets and soil in direct comparison…

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Breeding and genetics: developing your own strains

Cannabis breeding for stable lines and new varieties. Crossing, selection and stabilisation over several generations.

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Organic fertilisation: Natural nutrient supply

Organic fertilisers promote soil life and sustainable growth. Use compost, worm humus and natural amendments correctly.

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Cannabis preservation: long-term storage and quality preservation

Long-term cannabis storage without loss of quality. Optimum conditions for years of storage.

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Mycorrhiza: Fungal symbiosis for better roots

Mycorrhizal fungi improve nutrient uptake and stress resistance. Biological symbiosis for stronger cannabis plants.

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Micro-growing: Cannabis in the smallest of spaces

Maximum yields in minimum space. Stealth grows, space buckets and hidden setups for discreet production.

🌡️ Climate Expert

Ventilation and air circulation: fresh air for healthy plants

Optimum air circulation prevents mould and strengthens plants. Plan fan strategies and fresh air systems correctly.

🌿 Growing Beginner

Autoflower cultivation: Fast harvests all year round

Autoflower blooms automatically without light changes. Fast 10-12 week cycles for continuous harvests.

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Outdoor Growing: Cannabis in the open air

Outdoor cultivation utilises natural sunlight for massive yields. Location, timing and weather management for success.

💡 Lighting Intermediate

LED vs. HPS: lighting in comparison

Modern LED technology versus proven HPS systems. Efficiency, costs, spectrum and yields objectively compared.

✂️ Harvest Intermediate

Harvesting, trimming and drying: preserving quality

Correct harvesting and post-treatment determine the final quality. Timing, techniques and drying for perfect buds.

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Cutting clones: Genetically identical plants

Clones enable identical plants from mother plants. Pruning techniques, rooting and breeding for 100% success rate.

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Root health: the foundation for strong plants

Healthy roots are crucial for vigorous growth. Root care, problem detection and treatment for optimum results.

⚙️ Equipment Intermediate

NFT System: Nutrient Film Technique for cannabis

NFT enables continuous nutrient supply with minimal water consumption. Structure and optimisation for cannabis cultivati…

⚙️ Equipment Intermediate

Ebb & Flow: Flood and ebb hydroponic system

Ebb & Flow combines the advantages of soil and hydroponics. Periodic flooding with optimum oxygen supply.

🌡️ Climate Expert

Root zone temperature: the overlooked factor

Root zone temperature massively influences nutrient uptake and growth. Optimisation for maximum cannabis performance.

🌿 Growing Expert

Selecting a cannabis substrate: Soil, Coco, Hydro in comparison

The right substrate has a massive influence on growth, nutrient uptake and yield. Complete substrate guide for every gro…

💧 Watering Intermediate

Perfecting irrigation: Timing, quantity and methods

Proper watering is critical for cannabis health. When, how much and how to water for optimal root growth.

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Eliminate mealybugs: Stopping persistent pests

Mealybugs hide well and are difficult to control. Systematic elimination of the cotton-like pests.

🌱 Training Intermediate

Sea of Green (SOG): Many small plants for quick harvests

SOG maximises harvests per unit of time with many small plants. Optimum plant density and timing strategies.

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Stop fungus gnats: Control larvae and adult flies

Fungus gnats damage roots and are annoying due to their constant flying around. Complete control strategy for larvae and…

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Eliminate aphids: Natural and effective methods

Aphids significantly weaken cannabis plants. Complete instructions for control and prevention.

🌿 Growing Beginner

Understanding growth phases: Germination to harvest

Cannabis goes through different growth phases with specific needs. Understand and optimise each phase for maximum succes…

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Determine cannabis gender: Male, female, hermaphrodite

Sex determination prevents unwanted pollination. Early detection of male and hermaphrodite plants saves harvests.

⚠️ Deficiencies Intermediate

Recognise and treat overfertilisation: Stop nutrient burn

Nutrient burns can destroy harvests. Early detection, immediate action and cure for over-fertilised cannabis plants.

⚠️ Deficiencies Intermediate

Recognising nutrient deficiencies: Picture atlas for cannabis deficiencies

Recognising nutrient deficiencies early saves harvests. Complete picture atlas of all deficiency symptoms with immediate…

💡 Lighting Intermediate

LED efficiency: minimise electricity costs with maximum performance

Understanding and optimising LED efficiency saves hundreds of euros in electricity costs in the long term. Efficiency ca…

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Organic Growing: Organic cannabis cultivation

Growing organic cannabis without chemicals. Organic fertilisers, living soil and natural methods for sustainable cultiva…

⚙️ Equipment Intermediate

Hydroponics for cannabis: getting started with soilless growing

Hydroponic cannabis cultivation without soil enables faster growth and higher yields. Complete beginner's guide.

🐛 Pests Intermediate

Recognising and combating pests: complete guide

Recognise the most common cannabis pests early and control them effectively. Spider mites, thrips, aphids and more.

🌱 Training Beginner

LST and HST: Training techniques for maximum yields

Plant Training maximises cannabis yields by manipulating growth. Low Stress Training (LST) and High Stress Training (HST…

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Perfect nutrient plans for every cannabis phase

Cannabis requires different nutrients in different growth phases. Here is the complete timetable for optimum yields.

🌡️ Climate Expert

Too cold at night - what to do?

Possible solutions for low temperatures in the dark phase

💡 Lighting Intermediate

Avoid heat build-up with LED grow

Why LED growlers don't always stay cool

🌡️ Climate Expert

Temperature measurement done right

How to record and interpret your values correctly

🌡️ Climate Expert

Temperature troubleshooting in the grow room

How to quickly recognise and solve temperature problems

💡 Lighting Intermediate

Optimum distance between lamp and plant

Correct positioning of the lighting for the best results

💊 Nutrients Intermediate

Understanding the NPK ratio correctly

Basics of the main nutrients for optimal growth

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Indoor vs. outdoor cultivation comparison

Advantages and disadvantages of different growing environments

🌿 Growing Intermediate

Various cultivation methods explained

Overview of modern cultivation techniques

🌡️ Climate Expert

Indoor temperature control

Optimised temperature control for maximum yields

🌡️ Climate Expert

Avoid heat stress

Protection against excessive temperatures

⚙️ Equipment

The right lighting for cannabis cultivation

Choosing the right lighting is crucial for the growth and health of cannabis plants. In this guide you will learn all ab…

⚠️ Deficiencies

Micronutrient deficiencies in cannabis: recognizing and remedying them

Micronutrients are crucial for the growth of cannabis. This guide helps to identify deficiencies and take appropriate ac…

🐛 Pests

Fungicides in cannabis cultivation: application and selection

In this guide, you will learn how to use fungicides safely and effectively in cannabis cultivation to combat and prevent…

⚙️ Equipment

Optimal humidity in cannabis cultivation

Controlling humidity is crucial for healthy growth and high yields. This guide shows you how to achieve the ideal humidi…

💧 Watering

Irrigation systems for cannabis cultivation: an overview

This guide provides an overview of different irrigation systems that can make growing cannabis more efficient. Ideal for…

🌿 Growing

Vertical cannabis cultivation: efficient use of space

Vertical cannabis cultivation allows indoor growers to make the most of limited space. This guide explains planning, set…

🌡️ Climate

Effective evaporative cooling in the grow room

Find out how you can use evaporative cooling to reduce temperature peaks and optimally regulate the climate without losi…

🌿 Growing

Optimal ventilation in indoor cannabis cultivation

Find out how you can achieve optimum air circulation, control temperature and effectively prevent mold growth with a wel…

💡 Lighting

Dynamic lighting control in the indoor grow

Find out how dimmable LED systems and intelligent control for cannabis provide an optimal, dynamically adjusted light sp…

💊 Nutrients

Optimal forms of nitrogen: Nitrates vs. ammonium

This guide sheds light on the effects of nitrates and ammonium in cannabis cultivation and shows how to achieve a balanc…

🌡️ Climate

Thermal mass and insulation in the grow room

Find out how the targeted use of heat storage and insulation stabilizes the indoor climate, balances out temperature flu…

✂️ Harvest

Gentle handling after harvesting

This guide explains how freshly harvested cannabis buds can be optimally protected against mechanical damage and terpene…

🌱 Training

Targeted defoliation for optimum light incidence

Learn how to optimize light incidence in the vegetative phase through targeted defoliation and thus increase yields - pr…

💧 Watering

Sensor-based moisture monitoring in the irrigation system

Learn how to use soil moisture sensors to precisely control the water supply to your cannabis plants and avoid unnecessa…

⚙️ Equipment

Efficient exhaust air system for grow tents

Professional use and selection of exhaust fans, activated carbon filters and air ducts - essential equipment for an opti…

⚠️ Deficiencies

Recognize calcium and magnesium deficiency

Detailed guide to recognizing and correcting calcium and magnesium deficiencies in cannabis based on visual symptoms and…

🐛 Pests

Combating plant-parasitic nematodes in cannabis

In this guide, you will learn how to reliably recognize and diagnose plant-parasitic nematodes in cannabis and how to co…

💊 Nutrients

Foliar fertilization for cannabis: effective nutrient uptake via the leaves

This guide explains the technique of foliar fertilization in cannabis, its benefits, application methods and important t…

🌡️ Climate

Climate control in the different growth phases of cannabis

Learn how to set the optimum temperature and humidity at every stage of growth to achieve healthy growth and maximum yie…

✂️ Harvest

Optimal time of day for harvesting cannabis

Find out how the choice of time of day affects the quality of your cannabis harvest and which times are ideal.

🌱 Training

Targeted stress induction to increase cannabinoid production

Learn how controlled stress during the flowering phase can increase the cannabinoid production of your cannabis plants.

⚠️ Deficiencies

Manganese deficiency in cannabis: symptoms and remedies

Recognizing and correcting manganese deficiency in cannabis plants through specific symptoms and targeted measures.