I write articles to help you better understand cannabis: its strains, its characteristics, and every step of the growing process, from germination to harvest. My goal is to make each topic clear and accessible, whether you’re just starting out or have already grown a few crops.
On April 1, 2024, Germany became the third country in the European Union—after Malta (2021) and Luxembourg (2023)—to take the step of legalizing cannabis. The decision, hailed at the time as a historic turning point, was passed by a vote of 407 to 226 in the Bundestag and presented by the
Many cannabis users, whether occasional or regular, eventually notice the same phenomenon: the effects they were initially seeking seem to fade over time, forcing them to use more to feel the same sensations. This phenomenon is called tolerance, and it is at the heart of all
When we talk about growing cannabis, we often think of light, nutrients, or pH. Yet the true driving force behind a healthy, vigorous plant lies right under our feet: living soil. One gram of fertile soil can contain several billion microorganisms, such as bacteria,
When we grow cannabis from seeds that meet the highest global quality standards, it’s always an interesting and exciting adventure: it allows us to experiment and discover plants with slightly varying characteristics within the same genetic line. It’s a unique process that’s more entertaining and
The Hop Latent Viroid, often abbreviated as HLVd or HpLVd, has become a major concern for cannabis professionals and growers who work with clones as well as with the highest-quality feminized seeds. Its danger lies less in immediate symptoms than in its ability to remain hidden and latent
Growing your own cannabis is becoming increasingly popular, and the first step is, of course, to buy the highest-quality feminized cannabis seeds. This allows you to control the quality of your product, know exactly what you’re consuming, and—for many—save money on
Activated-carbon filters have become a popular accessory among cannabis cigarette users. Marketed as a gentler and cleaner alternative, they are attracting more and more users who want to reduce the harshness of the smoke, unwanted particles, and throat irritation. Among
In the highly competitive world of horticultural lighting, a brand straight out of Switzerland has established itself as a benchmark for high performance: Future Of Grow, or F.O.G. for short. Specializing in energy-efficient LED lighting fixtures, the brand combines cutting-edge scientific research, LED chips, and premium components, all of which are combined
Cannabis extracts—such as oils, resins, “full melt” concentrates, and ultra-pure distillates—have gone from being a niche product for connoisseurs to taking center stage in the modern scene in just a few years. They meet three major expectations: At the same time, a brand like Puffco has played a key, pioneering role by making the use of
For a few days, Berlin once again became the nerve center of the European cannabis industry. With B2B summits, strategic conferences, side events, and a major cultural gathering (concerts, a festival, and artistic performances), the German capital brought together everything that shapes the cannabis industry in Europe today. This 2026 edition of Mary Jane Berlin,