Choosing The Right Space For Your Home Grow

Medically reviewed by Alexander Tabibi, MD
January 13, 2023
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Home Grow Space

Cannabis is a popular plant for a home grow, whether for personal use or as a hobby. However, it’s important to choose the right place in your house to grow cannabis to ensure that your plants thrive.  Choosing the right space for your home grow is essential.  There are several factors to consider when selecting a location, including light, temperature, humidity, ventilation, security, convenience, and size. In this article, we’ll delve into each of these factors in more detail to help you choose the best place in your house to home grow cannabis.

Light:

Cannabis plants need a lot of light to grow, so it’s important to choose a place that gets plenty of natural light or is well-lit with artificial grow lights. If you’re using artificial lights, make sure they provide the right spectrum of light for your plants. For example, plants in the vegetative stage need blue light, while plants in the flowering stage need red light.

Temperature:

Cannabis plants prefer a temperature between 70-85°F (21-29°C). It’s important to keep the temperature within this range to ensure optimal growth. If the temperature is too high or too low, it can cause problems with your plants. For example, high temperatures can cause leaf burn, while low temperatures can stunt growth.

Humidity:

Cannabis plants prefer a humidity level of 40-60%. Too much or too little humidity can cause problems with your plants. High humidity can lead to mold and mildew, while low humidity can cause the plants to become dry and stressed. Make sure the space you choose has the right humidity level for your plants. It is almost always necessary to have some sort of climate control in place.

Ventilation:

Proper ventilation is important to prevent mold and other problems. Make sure the space you choose has good airflow to allow for proper exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen. You can achieve this by using a fan or by opening a window.

Security:

It’s important to keep your cannabis plants safe from theft and prying eyes. Choose a place that is secure and not easily accessible to others. You might also want to consider installing security cameras or other measures to protect your plants.

Convenience:

Consider the convenience of watering, fertilizing, and tending to your plants when choosing a location. It should be easy for you to access and take care of your plants. You don’t want to have to go out of your way to care for your plants or risk forgetting to water them.

Size:

Make sure the space you choose is large enough to accommodate the size of your plants at maturity. This is especially important if you’re growing large plants or multiple plants.

In conclusion, there are several factors to consider when choosing the right place in your house to home grow cannabis. By considering light, temperature, humidity, ventilation, security, convenience, and size, you can find the perfect location for your cannabis plants to thrive.