Ben Owens
Ben Owens is a Hobby Grower based in Colorado who has spent 10+ years covering cannabis. He has been growing and making his own extracts since 2019, and began teaching first timers how to grow in 2023 with the launch of the GrowHort, an online cohort-based community for first time growers. Owens is also one of the authors of Clean Growing: Integrated Pest Management for Cannabis Growers.
Articles by Ben Owens
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12 Tips for Growing Photoperiod Cannabis Plants Indoors
This article covers the top 12 tips for getting the most of your photoperiod cannabis seeds, helping you avoid common mistakes.
August 7, 2024
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12 Pro Tips for Growing Autoflowers From Seed
This article covers the top 12 tips for getting the most of your autoflower cannabis seeds, helping you avoid common mistakes.
July 24, 2024
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Is Growing Cannabis at Home Worth It?
Explore the benefits of growing your own weed. Find out why more adults are growing cannabis at home than ever before.
July 15, 2024
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How Often to Water Cannabis Plants
Explore the four factors influencing how much and how often to water cannabis plants to ensure their proper hydration.
June 26, 2024
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The Ultimate Indoor Grow Room Supplies List For Home Growers
This article explores the main supplies, equipment, & considerations you’ll need to build out your own indoor grow room for growing cannabis at home.
June 26, 2024
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8 Advanced Cannabis Growing Techniques for Home Growers
This article takes a look at 8 advanced cannabis growing techniques to take your efforts of growing cannabis at home to the next level.
June 10, 2024
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When to Plant Cannabis Seeds After Germination
This article offers essential insights into when to plant germinated cannabis seeds, ensuring you have a successful harvest.
June 4, 2024
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How to Fix Overwatered Cannabis Plants
Explore solutions for restoring the health of overwatered cannabis plants, including recognizing signs of water stress and tips for preventing damage.
May 23, 2024
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Complete Guide to the Most Common Cannabis Pests
This article will go in-depth on common cannabis pests that impact cannabis cultivation and how to best prevent and remedy them
May 23, 2024
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How to Grow Cannabis From Seed
Explore the essential steps for how to grow cannabis from seed, from selecting the right seeds to nurturing healthy plants until harvest.
April 24, 2024
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How to Harvest Cannabis
Learn what to consider when planning for cannabis harvest, how to know when to harvest, and what the steps are to harvesting cannabis plants at home.
April 23, 2024
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How to Grow Cannabis Outdoors
Learn how to grow cannabis outdoors, from what you’ll need to get started and picking the right seeds to how long it takes to grow from seed to harvest.
April 22, 2024
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How to Grow Cannabis Indoors
Discover essential tips for how to grow cannabis indoors, from picking the right seeds to setting up your indoor grow area.
April 22, 2024
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How Long Do Cannabis Seeds Last?
How long do cannabis seeds last? Are there methods for germinating old cannabis seeds? Find this out and more with Happy Valley Genetics!
April 15, 2024