Northern Lights is easily one of the most popular cannabis varieties in the world. Initially bred in and around Seattle by a small group of growers in the 70’s, it quickly turned into an international phenomenon.
When the cannabis taxonomy was first being written in 1753, Carl Linnaeus was essentially aware of only one type of cannabis: the European hemp variety of Cannabis that he added the suffix “sativa”, which at the time simply meant to grow or to sow. This type of cannabis was used industrially for ropes, cloth, paper, paints and varnishes, but surprisingly, not for the drug content.
With this glossary, we want to offer the Authentic Genetics community our best understanding of some important words and terms we all share and use every day.
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Thiols, also known as mercaptans, are found in a wide range of natural products, including fruits, vegetables, and herbs. In cannabis, thiols are produced by the plant in response to their environment and are believed to have a protective role in the plant's defense against pathogens and other stressors.
Of all the varieties that I have grown, "Skunk" has to be the most requested and also the least understood. Many people think it is a variety, when in reality, it is more of a description of one of the many distinctive scents of cannabis found in Afghanistan, Pakistan and the Hindu Kush mountains.
Cannabis cloning is a crucial technique for growers seeking to replicate specific strains and maintain genetic consistency. Successful cloning requires careful attention to detail and the use of appropriate tools and methods. In this article, we will explore the process of cannabis cloning using Hormex #8 rooting hormone, water with a pH of 5.8 and a nutrient concentration of 350 ppm, Grodan rooting cubes, 10x20 trays, and humidity domes.
I receive a lot of email from new growers who are asking me really fundamental questions about how to handle their seeds and how to set up their grow so I figured I would take a few minutes and share with you the steps that I take when I sort through a pack of seeds.