Cannabis Growing Guides

Expert tips and techniques for growing premium cannabis from seed to harvest

Welcome to the Lighthouse Genetics cannabis growing guides — practical, experience-tested advice for every stage of the grow. Whether you’re popping your very first seed or fine-tuning an indoor tent for bigger yields, these guides walk you through germination, seedling and veg care, flowering, harvest, and drying and curing — step by step, in plain language.

Every guide is written from real growing experience, not recycled internet filler. Start with the fundamentals below, or jump straight to the topic you need. And because the right genetics make growing easier, every strain in our seed catalog lists its growing difficulty and flowering time so you can match the plant to your space and skill level.

Latest Cannabis Growing Guides

From germination to harvest, our growing guides cover everything you need to cultivate healthy cannabis plants. Whether you’re a first-time grower or experienced cultivator, find practical advice backed by real growing experience.

Topping Cannabis vs FIMming: Which Boosts Yield More?
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Topping Cannabis vs FIMming: Which Boosts Yield More?

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How to Spot and Fix Cannabis Nutrient Deficiencies
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How to Spot and Fix Cannabis Nutrient Deficiencies

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The Right pH for Cannabis: Soil, Coco & Hydro
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The Right pH for Cannabis: Soil, Coco & Hydro

Jun 23, 2026
Cannabis Grow Tent Setup: A Beginner’s Complete Guide
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Cannabis Grow Tent Setup: A Beginner’s Complete Guide

Jun 22, 2026
Cannabis Strain Names Explained: OG, Kush, Haze & Cookies
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Cannabis Strain Names Explained: OG, Kush, Haze & Cookies

Jun 21, 2026
What Is Phenotype Hunting? How Breeders Pick Their Keepers
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What Is Phenotype Hunting? How Breeders Pick Their Keepers

Jun 18, 2026
What Are Regular Cannabis Seeds? (And Who Should Grow Them)
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What Are Regular Cannabis Seeds? (And Who Should Grow Them)

Jun 18, 2026
Do Mycorrhizae Really Boost Cannabis Yield? What the Science Says
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Do Mycorrhizae Really Boost Cannabis Yield? What the Science Says

Jun 17, 2026
Does Drought Stress Actually Boost THC? What the Cannabis Science Says
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Does Drought Stress Actually Boost THC? What the Cannabis Science Says

Jun 11, 2026
How Much Light Does Cannabis Really Need? Cannabis Light Intensity Explained
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How Much Light Does Cannabis Really Need? Cannabis Light Intensity Explained

Jun 10, 2026
Indoor vs Outdoor Cannabis Growing: Which Is Right for You?
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Indoor vs Outdoor Cannabis Growing: Which Is Right for You?

Jun 7, 2026
Choosing Cannabis Seeds by Effect: Sleep, Calm, Energy and Focus
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Choosing Cannabis Seeds by Effect: Sleep, Calm, Energy and Focus

Jun 4, 2026
How Many Cannabis Seeds Should You Buy? 3-Pack vs 5-Pack vs 10-Pack
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How Many Cannabis Seeds Should You Buy? 3-Pack vs 5-Pack vs 10-Pack

Jun 4, 2026
Male vs Female Cannabis Plants: How to Tell Them Apart
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Male vs Female Cannabis Plants: How to Tell Them Apart

Jun 2, 2026
Why Are My Cannabis Seeds Not Germinating? 7 Proven Fixes
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Why Are My Cannabis Seeds Not Germinating? 7 Proven Fixes

Jun 2, 2026
Cannabis Seed Laws in 2026: What Section 781 Actually Changes
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Cannabis Seed Laws in 2026: What Section 781 Actually Changes

May 31, 2026
Best Autoflower Strains for Beginners: 10 Easy Picks That Actually Finish
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Best Autoflower Strains for Beginners: 10 Easy Picks That Actually Finish

May 16, 2026
How Long to Grow Cannabis From Seed to Harvest: A Real Timeline
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How Long to Grow Cannabis From Seed to Harvest: A Real Timeline

May 16, 2026
When to Harvest Cannabis: What Trichomes Actually Tell You
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When to Harvest Cannabis: What Trichomes Actually Tell You

May 10, 2026
A 13 Hour Photoperiod in Cannabis Flower: What 2024 Research Actually Showed
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A 13 Hour Photoperiod in Cannabis Flower: What 2024 Research Actually Showed

May 10, 2026
Should You Flush Cannabis Before Harvest? What Two Studies Actually Found
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Should You Flush Cannabis Before Harvest? What Two Studies Actually Found

May 7, 2026

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