soon as your leaves turn from green to a little grayish in color ur ready to smoke.. depending certain aspects of the dry ur time may very.. i would say atleast 1 week but 2 be safe 2... and i know of peoplewho, after the 2 week cure they will place in bags then store in cool dry place for a month.. experiment.. try sum upside, sum in the sun, sum in the fridge, sum in a sealed container or glass jar, or even the microwave... peace and happy smokin