First things first; I live in Upstate New York. About 45 minutes to an hour away from the Canadian border, to be exact. We had a late Spring this time around due to global warming, but we are now reaching temperatures in the low- to mid-70s in the month of May. I don't know exactly when people that grow and/or smoke marijuana plant their germinated seeds in my area, but of course everybody's different. I'd like to grow outside, in an isolated area. I've already decided where I'm going to plant my seeds, however, I don't know when exactly to plant them.

What I'm thinking about doing is putting some plant soil into a few containers, whether they're plastic cups or tupperware containers, and planting the germinated seeds into them. But how long should I germinate the seeds for and what is the best method to use? Once planting the germinated seeds and once the recommended waiting period is over with, then when should I plant the seeds into earthly soil? How often should I water the soil? Are there any substances/solutions I can add to the soil to help retain water, fight off pests, increase potency, etc.? I have about 22 seeds and I'm guessing that about half of the seeds will end up growing male plants and the other half female plants. Also, does anybody have any recommendations as to how I can secure the area where I'll be planting my seeds just in case curious and nosey hikers decide to mess around with my work in progress? Most importantly, when should I harvest my plants for skuffing? Once harvested and skuffed, what method should I use for curing my buds and how long shall I let the curing process go on for?

I'm a first-time grower so please try to bear with me. I do not want to risk trying to grow marijuana indoors just yet seeing as how I still live with family and I also live in an apartment complex. I've figured I'd try growing outdoors for my first time to see how well the process works out for me and also because I've heard that growing outdoors is quite simple and produces some very good smelling/tasty bud.

I'll be checking here daily for any pointers from fellow smokers/growers and I will also be updating all of you on my progress, possibly with pictures.

Thanks in advance!!!
highguyinny Reviewed by highguyinny on . First-time grower needs advice... First things first; I live in Upstate New York. About 45 minutes to an hour away from the Canadian border, to be exact. We had a late Spring this time around due to global warming, but we are now reaching temperatures in the low- to mid-70s in the month of May. I don't know exactly when people that grow and/or smoke marijuana plant their germinated seeds in my area, but of course everybody's different. I'd like to grow outside, in an isolated area. I've already decided where I'm going to plant Rating: 5