Cannabis diseases and its main pests

Cultivation of hemp is a laborious process. It requires the creation of climatic conditions (optimal levels of temperature and moisture) and the study of information about the diseases and problems of cannabis.

By eliminating the threat to the plant, you will be able to reap a rich harvest. About the main causes that provoke the development of marijuana disease, we have collected all the useful information below. The material is provided for general information - we do not call for the cultivation of marijuana in countries where it is prohibited.

What factors provoke cannabis diseases

The factors that provoke the weakening of the plant can be divided into four groups:

1. lack of nutritional components necessary for plant growth and development (vitamins and trace elements);
2. the presence of pests in the growbox;
3. the appearance of fungi and mold;
4. care problems.

Any one of the four problems needs to be addressed immediately, otherwise the hemp crop will be in jeopardy.

Nutritional deficiency

First the problem - the lack of certain components - can be determined by the leaves. They change color (from green to yellow or brown) or start to fall off.

If you notice the slightest signs of marijuana leaf disease, take active action - use fertilizers with a high content of nitrogen, potassium, magnesium.

Determining the disease of marijuana by the leaves is not a simple procedure. You need to carefully examine the leaves. If they turn yellow, then this is a signal of a lack of nitrogen, they turn brown - potassium deficiency, purple - they need copper.

If the leaves are weakened and lost their shape, add fertilizer with a high percentage of magnesium.

It is recommended to conduct a thorough examination of the plant every 2-3 days, and noting the changes, proceed to treatment.

As you can see, identifying marijuana diseases by leaf is not so easy, but possible.

Pests

If aphids, caterpillars, crickets, sciarids, cicadas, miners, snails or mites get into the grow box, then there is only one way out - to purchase special pesticides and, following the instructions for the preparation, eliminate them.

What will happen if diseases and pests of cannabis are left without attention:

• stopping the transport of nutrients from the root to the leaves;
• plant weakening;
• slowing the growth and development of the plant.

How to determine that pests have appeared in the grow box? It's simple, you need:

1. Assess the condition of the leaf - color, shape, and for the presence of larvae on the back of the leaf;
2. Identify the presence of bites on leaves or trunk;
3. Check for spots on the plant;
4. Determine if the plant has plaque or not.

The presence of one item from the list indicates that pests have appeared in the grow box and they need to be urgently eliminated.

It is considered one of the worst enemies of cannabis, as it weakens plants in a matter of days.

Mold occurs when there is an increased level of moisture in the room, and the air constantly stagnates. She also gets into the growbox along with other plants.

It affects the cones, stem and leaves of the plant. It slows down the growth and development of the plant. With the appearance of mold, an unpleasant smell appears in the room.

How to get rid of mold:

• improve indoor air circulation;
• keep the temperature above 20C;
• Remove any areas of the plant affected by mold.

You can also purchase a special anti-mold product, and follow the instructions to treat the affected areas of marijuana.

Wrong care

Deviating from the recommendations of growers, even the smallest ones, can provoke cannabis diseases.

Possible reasons include:

• Plant overheating: This causes the leaves to turn yellow, the trunk to become weak, and the plant's development to stop. To normalize the temperature in the growbox, you need to install an additional fan;
• light burn: appears when the plant is too close to the light source. Sign - castings that have changed color. In this case, you need to move the marijuana pot to a darker place;
• overflow: excessive moisture contributes to rotting of the roots and stem, which negatively affects the growth and development of the plant. In this case, you need to reconsider the portion of water used for irrigation;
• Underwatering causes the plant to wilt. If you notice that marijuana has become sluggish, pay attention to how much water and how often the plant consumes.

Control these factors constantly, and then you will have a rich harvest.

Choice of marijuana seeds

In addition to proper care and control of the factors that affect the development of the plant, you can use another way - to pick up the hardiest marijuana strains in the company store.

Such varieties are resistant to sharp temperature fluctuations, changes in moisture levels and pests. They require less attention, and at the same time you will get a rich harvest.

For more information about unpretentious varieties of cannabis, please contact the CoffeeShop staff. They will also help you make a purchase online by choosing the form of payment and delivery of the order in Ukraine and other countries.