Lemon Cherry Cake

Control airflow with fans, use dehumidifiers where possible, space plants to improve ventilation and remove lower foliage to reduce damp pockets; timing harvest to avoid wet autumn weeks is crucial.

Harden off seedlings after the last frost risk and move them outside in late spring to maximise vegetative growth before flowering begins.

Maintain good airflow, lower ambient humidity in late flowering, avoid overhead watering and remove any diseased material immediately.

Topping, low-stress training (LST) and selective defoliation work well to create an even canopy and improve light penetration.

Reduce nitrogen and increase phosphorus and potassium during bloom while monitoring runoff EC to avoid nutrient lockout.

Dry slowly at 45-55% RH and 16-21°C for 7-12 days, then cure in jars with daily burps for the first two weeks and longer for optimal flavour.

Preventative cultural controls are preferable; use organic foliar treatments sparingly and only as directed to avoid residue and resistance issues.

Watch trichome colour, pistil curl and aroma development rather than calendar dates to decide the best harvest moment.

Yes, large containers make it easier to move plants under cover and extend the season with protection during cold or wet spells.

Aphids, spider mites and bud rots are common; use integrated pest management — beneficials, neem, sticky traps and careful monitoring.