Blue Raspberry Slushie

Start seeds indoors around late March to mid-April to give seedlings time to establish before moving outside in May if conditions allow.

Focus on airflow, avoid wetting foliage, remove lower shaded leaves and consider plant spacing; these steps are essential in high humidity cannabis cultivation to reduce bud rot.

Use a balanced vegetative feed then switch to a bloom formula at the start of flowering, reducing nitrogen while supplying phosphorus and potassium.

Avoid foliar feeding when humidity is high as wet leaves increase mould risk; apply foliar sprays only during dry spells and early in the day.

Yes, its compact size suits balconies but you must protect plants from heavy rain and ensure discreet airflow to prevent moisture build-up.

Watch trichome colour and pistil recession; in the UK you may need to harvest slightly earlier if autumn weather turns wet to avoid rot.

Selective defoliation improves light penetration and airflow, but avoid heavy stripping in cool, wet conditions where plants need foliage to dry faster.

Keep an eye out for aphids and spider mites; natural predators, neem oil and targeted treatments are effective when used early.

Cure for at least two to four weeks in jars with regular burping, longer curing improves flavour and smoothness.

Growing cannabis remains illegal without a licence in the UK, so check current laws and obtain proper permissions before cultivating.