The cannabinoids present in marijuana can be used in the treatment of several conditions like arthritis, glaucoma, multiple sclerosis etc and this had lead many individuals to grow cannabis at home. Marijuana also has several medical properties and it has already gained a formidable reputation for providing relief to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Looking at these properties of marijuana it has been legalized in a number of countries. Thus the demand for marijuana is increasing every day and so is the price of marijuana.

Some countries today allow patients to grow marijuana at home. You can also grow your own marijuana either for medical use or for recreational purposes subject to relevant legal provisions. To grow your own marijuana you need to know how to go about it. The first step is to use high quality seeds.  There are mainly three kinds of cannabis seeds available. These are Indica ,Sativa and Ruderalis. Hybrid varieties of these seeds are also available. Marijuana seeds are also divided in to male and female seeds. For growing cannabis at home you first need to decide which variety you require.  In female seeds the THC content is higher than the male seeds. So, if you want a better high then use female marijuana seeds.

For growing cannabis at home you must first create the ideal conditions . To grow marijuana you must first germinate the seeds. For germination , soak the seeds in a cup of warm water . It will take about 12 hours to 8 days to germinate.  You should plant the sprouts in the soil considered ideal.  Loamy soil is considered to be the best as it is well drained.

For growing cannabis at home you must first decide whether you want to cultivate indoors or outdoors. Indoors cultivation is better if you want to grow your own marijuana because it will protect the plants from conditions such as heavy rain and frost.

To grow you own marijuana indoors you have to make arrangements for artificial lights.  In case of outdoor cultivation the light is provided by the sun . But for growing cannabis at home indoors , it is better to use fluorescent lights.

Also make it a point to provide fertilizers to the plants . Fertilizers will provide the necessary nutrients. Increase the amount of fertilizers used when the plants grow in size.

For growing cannabis at home  you should also make it a point that you plant the sprouts in a well ventilated room . Ventilation is very important for the development of the plants . If you are growing marijuana in your closet then make sure that you open the door of the closet from time to time to allow the plants to breathe. Also water the plants regularly. Make sure that you use pesticides to keep the bugs at bay. Now that you know the steps involved in marijuana cultivation, go ahead and grow your own marijuana at home if your local laws permit the same. However please make sure that the weed you farm should be used only for personal or medical use. There are stringent laws in place in most countries which prosecute people who grow marijuana for making profits. Further do not attempt to sell marijuana as this may be a felony in your state. It is always advisable to familiarize yourself with marijuana laws before you start growing the weed.