Cherry Ak

Begin with a well-balanced, living soil rich in compost, worm castings and mycorrhizae. Use gentle organic fertilisers and allow the soil food web to feed the plant rather than relying on synthetic salts.

Use 20–30 litre pots for a single specimen to allow good root development indoors. Fabric pots help with drainage and air-pruning of roots in humid climates.

Water sparingly and only when the top few centimetres of soil are dry to the touch. Overwatering in a wet climate increases risk of root issues and mould.

Increase phosphorus and potassium during the bloom while keeping nitrogen moderate. Use organic sources like bone meal, kelp and bat guano to support bud development.

Prioritise airflow, reduce leaf density in the canopy and remove lower growth that traps moisture. Monitor humidity and apply preventative organic fungicides if necessary.

Harvest when trichomes show cloudy to slight amber colouring and pistils have mostly darkened. Aim to cut before persistent autumn rain to avoid quality loss from damp.

Stop adding fertiliser and water with plain, pH-balanced water for a week or two before harvest. Allow the soil microbes to stabilise nutrients so flavours are cleaner after curing.

Topped plants with LST or SCROG provide even light distribution and higher usable yields. Keep the canopy low and open to prevent moisture pockets that harbour mould.

Aim for a slightly acidic pH around 6.0–6.5 in organic pots and beds. Living soils buffer pH naturally but regular checks help detect drift in wet conditions.

Dry slowly at 18–21°C with 50–60% relative humidity until stems snap rather than bend. Cure in airtight jars, burping daily at first, for several weeks to develop the cherry notes fully.