Marijuana Cultivation Reconsidered

The Science and Techniques For Huge Indoor Yields

By: Read Spear

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

"Like a university course in a box--for less than $10! I have learned more from this one book than all the 'Bibles" put together!" -Bud Boulderite NOTE: Marijuana Cultivation Reconsidered INCLUDES Small Spaces, Big Yields! If you buy Marijuana Cultivation Reconsidered, you will be getting the entirety of Small Spaces, Big Yields--SSBY comprises Marijuana Cultivation Reconsidered's middle section. Marijuana Cultivation Reconsidered is a vastly-expanded volume (up from 77 pages to over 300 pages), adding two new sections and an extensive glossary and six appendices filled with useful information. Marijuana Cultivation Reconsidered is a foundation-up re-examination of the existing science on cannabis cultivation. This volume looks in depth at plant physiology as it pertains to cannabis cultivation and delves deep into special topics that help the cultivator understand how to achieve optimal yields. The results of Spear's research will surprise you! Section 1 reviews basic plant physiology in an information-dense and easy-to-read style. Topics covered are relevant to the successful cultivation of top-quality marijuana. With a grasp of these fundamentals, the reader will be ready to tackle the projects laid out in Section 2. Section 2 lays out the ABC’s of setting up your grow room. Right. The first time. Section 2 IS the best-selling title, Small Spaces, Big Yields (also revised, updated and expanded). It offers explicit DIY instructions for building your own geo (soil), hydro and hybrid growing systems and offers an overview of techniques so you can devise your own. Section 2 is derived from the author’s real-world experience and answers common setup questions in detail. Section 3 is for the curious. Ready for deep-exploration of special topics in cannabis? Did you know that concentration of CO₂ for cannabis has been studied only one time? Are you curious how scientists measure light as it is used by plants? This section is for you! Section 3 is loaded with research references and tons of detailed information for the truly involved grower. Includes over 90 images/illustrations, almost 200 works cited, an all-new hybrid soil/hydro technique with instructions for how to build your own system, the famous two-bucket deep water culture system, a thorough guide to avoiding and getting out of tough spots, and much, much more! TABLE OF CONTENTS Disclaimer Prologue and Dedication Thanks and Acknowledgements Introduction to the Second Edition: How to Use This Book SECTION 1: BASIC PLANT PHYSIOLOGY Cannabis Taxonomy The Three Species of Psychoactive Marijuana Let’s Relax: Pot Terminology Anatomy of Flowers Dioecy Cannabis Inflorescences: Bract, Calyx, Stipule—What’s Going on Here? Tissues of Plants Roots and Plant Hydraulics Photosynthesis Auxin and the Tropisms Cannabis Phyllotaxy Trichomes Light Response SECTION 2: LET’S DO THIS ALREADY [SSBY] The Grow Space Equipment Lists for the Systems in this Book Which Lamp? CO₂ Sniffers Soil Selection Nutrient Selection The Environmental Variables Setting up the Grow Room Hydroponics: Deep Water Culture Bucket System Geoponics: Potting Your Plant in Soil Introducing Duoponics Other Techniques Growing and Training Sweeteners, Lore and Other Ideas Plant Selection and Performance Developing Protocols Troubleshooting: What the Hell Just Happened? SECTION 3: MORE DETAIL THAN YOU NEED Basics of Mendelian Genetics Practical Hobby Breeding Soil Structure and Chemistry Compost Teas: What We Know Effectiveness of CO₂ Measuring Light Quick Start Guide to Vegetative Propagation (Cloning) More Troubleshooting: Nutrient Detail (includes nutrient toxicity flow chart) Getting Into (or Staying Out of) the Business Appendix I – Further Reading Appendix II – Glossary Appendix III – Useful Information Appendix IV – Plant Processes Appendix V – Quiz and Answers: Test Your Understanding of Marijuana Husbandry Appendix VI – Cited Works