Bud Rot
Bud rot, or botrytis, is a common fungus many cannabis growers face at some point, especially those who are unfamiliar with controlling humidity and air circulation.
The fungus causes poor water and nutrient delivery to plant leaves and flowers, resulting in death. It’s not only frustrating but has the potential to cause economic disaster after an otherwise successful grow cycle.
Understanding bud rot: Signs, symptoms and how to avoid it Understanding bud rot: Signs, symptoms and how to avoid it
Sep 30 2021
Signs, symptoms and how to avoid it Bud rot, or botrytis, is a common fungus many cannabis growers face at some point, especially those who…
Nipping Bud Rot in the Bud: Stop crop loss before it starts Nipping Bud Rot in the Bud: Stop crop loss before it starts
Apr 16 2018
Stop crop loss before it starts As your grows get bigger, the last thing you need is for crop loss to strike. That’s why you…
Keeping Bud Rot at Bay with Humidity Control Keeping Bud Rot at Bay with Humidity Control
Nov 07 2017
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Understanding bud rot: Signs, symptoms and how to avoid it Understanding bud rot: Signs, symptoms and how to avoid it
Oct 06 2017
Signs, symptoms and how to avoid it Bud rot, or botrytis, is a common fungus many cannabis growers face at some point, especially those who…
Powdery Mildew and Fungicides: Part 3: Plant Breeding Powdery Mildew and Fungicides: Part 3: Plant Breeding
Jun 26 2017
Plant Breeding as a Strategy Fungal infection resistance in any particular strain of plant can range from immunity (no infection at all) to resistant (some…
Powdery Mildew and Fungicides: Part 2: Treatment Options Powdery Mildew and Fungicides: Part 2: Treatment Options
Jun 19 2017
Treatment Options Inorganic: Simple chemicals are often an effective and efficient method to prevent and manage fungal infections. Some chemical treatments are safe to use…
For Robust Plant Growth Maintain Proper Humidity Levels For Robust Plant Growth Maintain Proper Humidity Levels
Apr 23 2015
To grow properly, plants need proper humidity, temperature, and light levels. If plants get too much or too little of these elements, the resulting stress…
The Dangers of Mold
Oct 23 2014
Botrytis infections are favored by cool and humid conditions, and are most common during rainy spring and summer weather… — Urban Garden Magazine A person…