Tag Archives: The-Ghost-Advice
Does Molasses Actually Bulk Up Buds?
If you’ve spent any time in the forums or talking to old-timers, you’ve heard about the "Blackstrap Secret." Some folks swear by it, while others think it’s just sticky folklore. After fifty years of feeding everything from garden-variety tomatoes to huge cannabis giants, I can tell you: it’s not just a myth, but it’s probably not doing what you think it’s doing.
The Best Time of Day to Water Outdoor Cannabis Plants
Watering Outdoor Cannabis Plants....TimingJerry here. If you’re hiking through the brush with five-gallon buckets or a heavy pack o...
How to Stop ‘Bud Rot’ Before It Starts
Jerry here. There is no worse feeling for a grower than getting within a week or two of harvest, looking at a massive, sticky cola, and noticing a single, tiny grey leaf poking out of the side. You pull on it, and the whole center of the bud comes out as a mushy, grey, moldy mess. I have had to simply discard huge fully flowered 15 ft tall giants!
Can You Re-Veg a Harvested Plant?
Jerry here. Most folks treat cannabis like an annual—you plant it, you harvest it, and you pull the stump. But every now and then, you come across a "unicorn" plant. Maybe it’s a 15-foot giant that resisted every pest in the woods, or a specific phenotype from your bulk seeds that has a smell so unique you know you’ll never find it again.
How Many Seeds Should I Start for a 10-Plant Harvest?
Jerry here. One of the most common questions I get from folks buying my seed packs is the "math of the harvest." If you have a legal limit of 10 plants, or you’ve cleared a "Ghost" spot specifically for a 10-pack of those 15-foot giants, you might think you only need to sprout 10 seeds.
The Best Strain for High Humidity (Mold Resistance)
Jerry here. If you’re growing in a "swamp" spot or an area where the morning fog rolls in and sits until noon, you are in a constant race against high humidity. High humidity is the perfect breeding ground for bud rot and powdery mildew. In my fifty years of experience, I’ve seen entire harvests turn to grey mush because of bud rot, and have had powdery mildew cover just about whole plants.
Mature Cannabis Seeds-Why My Seeds Look Different
Jerry here. I’m lining up six different looking fully mature cannabis seeds from our current stock to show you something the "big box" seed banks rarely talk about. If you look at these close-ups, you’ll see a world of variety—deep ebony shells, pale teardrops, and heavy "tiger" mottling. But one theme is consistent, I want to only sell fully mature, and fully viable cannabis seeds!
How Long Can Cannabis Seeds Last in Storage?
Jerry here. I get this question all the time from folks looking to stock up on our bulk seed packs. They want to know if those seeds they buy today will still pop two, three, or five years down the road. It’s a fair question—if you’re investing in your future harvests, you want to know your "insurance policy" isn't going to expire in the drawer.
How Many Seeds Can a Cannabis Plant Make?
Cannabis Plants Are Prolific, and Can Create 1000's of SeedsJerry here. Most folks who buy our bulk seeds are looking for a heavy h...
Does Rain Wash Away THC?
The good news is that THC is not water-soluble. If it were, we wouldn’t need high-proof alcohol or butter to make our edibles. Your resin glands are essentially a specialized wax. Just like a waxed car, the rain should roll right off those sticky colas without dissolving the "magic" inside.
Can You Use Pond Water for Cannabis?
When you’re miles deep in the brush and your ladies are starting to droop under a 90-degree sun, you don't always have the luxury of being picky. I’ve had folks ask me if it’s safe to pull water from a nearby pond or stagnant pool, or if they’re better off hiking back to the truck for "clean" water.
The Best Soil for Guerrilla Growing: Building a “Ghost” Plot
In my fifty years as the Ghost, I’ve learned that the best soil isn't something you buy—it’s something you build. You want a soil that holds moisture during a drought but breathes and is loose so your plants roots can breathe.
How to Avoid the Police While Guerrilla Growing: Lessons from The Ghost
In the world of guerrilla growing, stealth is your primary concern. Avoiding encounters the police involves more than just hiding in the brush; it can require a sophisticated level of psychological blending at times.
How Long for Cannabis to Recover? Understanding ‘Plant Time’
Plants Take Time to Respond to StimuliJerry here. I see it every season: a grower tops a plant or adds a heavy dose of
Growing Cannabis in Every US Climate: The Ghost’s American Guide
As the Ghost I have navigated every latitude of this nation pretty much, surviving everything from sudden mountain blizzards to dry deserts. This guide is for the serious American cultivator who intends to succeed anywhere outdoors.