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Harvesting

Standards - Harvesting 


This section will cover everything from the harvest to the final product.

Harvest

  • Harvest may begin as soon as flower buds have pushed themselves above the canpy of the plant. Usually mid-July or 95 days post-emergence or transplant.
  • Choose the lead stems with the lead buds and clip carefully. more..
  • Gather stems into a bunch consisting of no more than 25 stems. This will allow for efficient air circulation in drying.
  • Tie bunch with rubber band.....not string. more..
  • Hang bunch to dry in well ventilated room without direct sun. more..
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