Black Licorice

Begin with a balanced vegetative nutrient and switch to bloom formula when flowering starts; reduce nitrogen and increase potassium and phosphorus during weeks 4–6 of bloom.

Maintain strong airflow, lower humidity during late flowering and remove dense inner foliage to improve penetration; consider using CO2 only in well-ventilated, sealed environments.

It adapts well to SCROG due to its stout cola structure and branches, while SOG can work if you prefer many small plants and a shorter veg period.

Flush lightly for the final 7–10 days if using synthetic nutrients; if you use organic feed, taper down rather than a hard flush to preserve microbial activity.

Topping and low-stress training early in veg promote multiple strong colas, while selective defoliation in mid-flower helps light reach bud sites without overexposing to rot risk.

Expect about 8–10 weeks from the start of the 12/12 cycle, depending on phenotype and environmental factors such as temperature and light intensity.

Yes, but choose a sheltered, sunny spot and be prepared to protect plants from heavy September and October rain to avoid bud rot.

Track temperature (20–26°C in veg, 18–24°C in flower), relative humidity (40–60% depending on stage) and light intensity; those parameters are the backbone of controlled climate cannabis growing.

Check trichome colour under magnification—target mostly cloudy with some amber for balanced effects—and examine pistils which should be mostly brown and curled.

Dry slowly at 16–20°C and 50–60% RH for 7–14 days to preserve terpenes and reduce mould risk; finish with a proper cure in dark jars for several weeks.