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Explore Pacific Seed Bank’s marijuana education blog. Learn growing techniques, strain profiles, seed selection tips, and all things cannabis cultivation.
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Cannabis Terms Explained: Vocabulary For New Growers

New to cannabis cultivation? You’re not alone, and if you’ve started researching strains or browsing seeds, you’ve probably already run into some unfamiliar terms. Words like “autoflowering,” “feminized,” “terpenes,” and others are destined to pop up, but what do they actually mean? If that sounds like you, you’ve landed on the right article. Below, we’ll [...]
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Can Weed Seeds Go Bad?

Cannabis seeds can last a long time, but they don’t last forever. Anyone who’s grown a few plants knows that seed quality can make or break a grow. That tiny shell holds all the potential for what could become a tall, resin-coated beauty or a complete dud. While seeds may seem tough on the outside, [...]
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How to Start Your Cannabis Seeds Indoors

Starting cannabis seeds indoors gives growers more control over the early stages of growth. It helps protect young plants from harsh weather, pests, and unpredictable outdoor conditions. Beginning the journey inside also gives plants a stronger start, often leading to better results down the line. For many, it’s a calm and satisfying process that blends [...]
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How to Properly Store Cannabis Seeds

Cannabis seeds might seem simple at first glance, but they’re living organisms with a lifespan that depends heavily on how they’re handled. Many growers overlook the value of storing seeds the right way. Whether you’re a hobbyist or working on a long-term growing plan, keeping those seeds in good condition can make a real difference [...]
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Male vs Female Weed Seeds: What’s the Difference?

When cultivating cannabis, one of the most common choices to make is whether to select male or female seeds. Even though the seeds may look similar, the resulting plants behave differently. Understanding these differences can help a cultivator reduce his or her time, money, and effort. Cannabis is dioecious, which means there exists a male [...]
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11 Early Signs You Have a Male Cannabis Plant

Growing cannabis comes with surprises, especially when you’re starting from regular seeds. Determining the sex of the plant is one of the very first things that numerous cultivators wish to do. This is particularly crucial if the aim is to cultivate buds. Female plants blossom into flowers that contain THC and CBD, while males only [...]
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How weed affects men vs. women

How Weed Affects Men vs. Women

We’ve all read the weed reviews. They talk about how long it took for the effects to kick in, how long they lasted, what they were, and whether there were any less-than-savory side effects. Often, marijuana reviews vary widely for the same strain. There are many reasons for this, from genetics to mental health, from […]

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