Growing Cannabis outdoors

Growing cannabis outdoors is a popular option for many home growers. Not only is it more cost-effective than indoor cultivation, but it also allows you to harness the power of nature to work on your plants.

Advantages of growing cannabis outdoors

Simple and Natural: Outdoor cannabis cultivation requires less effort as the plants can thrive in their natural environment. If you are fortunate enough to live in a region with the right growing conditions, you can let nature do the work for you.

Affordable Start-up Costs: Outdoors, you can benefit from free lighting and ventilation. You don’t have to buy expensive grow lights or ventilation systems.

Larger Yields: Compared to indoor cultivation, outdoor plants can generally grow bigger and have more space to flourish. Additionally, they benefit from unlimited sunlight, which can result in impressive yields.

Flavorful Buds: Many people believe that outdoor plants have the best flavor. This is likely due to natural sunlight, although there is also evidence that certain light sources like LEDs can mimic the effect of sunlight, leading to enhanced aroma and taste development in the buds.

Challenges

However, there are also some challenges when growing cannabis outdoors:

Weather Conditions: Unlike indoor cultivation, you have limited control over the outdoor environment. If it’s too dry, you’ll need to water your plants, while you’ll need to protect them from overwatering during heavy rain. You also need to ensure that extreme temperatures are avoided, as cannabis plants can be sensitive to heat and frost. It can therefore be helpful to grow your plants outdoors in pots. This way you can put them under cover, bring them indoors or move them if necessary.

Protection: Depending on where your plants are located, they may be freely accessible outdoors. Therefore, you may have to worry about unwanted visitors such as wild animals and insects. It is important to take appropriate measures to protect your plants.

Annual Harvest: With outdoor cultivation, you usually only have one harvest per year unless you live near the equator. You need to choose the right timing for planting and consider that you may have to wait until the next season to cultivate again.

Despite these challenges, outdoor cannabis cultivation can be a rewarding experience for growers. With proper planning, preparation, and attention to your plants, you can achieve impressive results.