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Genetics


The ins and outs of cannabis genetics


HOW TO GROW REGULAR CANNABIS SEEDS
Got a few grows under your belt and feel like upping the stakes? Slightly intimidated by the prospect of regular cannabis seeds? Most people like to keep it simple and buy feminized strains. But growing regs has some unique benefits and is very rewarding. Find out how the OGs once grew and breeders still do. Learn about perfect flowers, monoecious and dioecious plants, and how to ID males and hermies, so you’re left with seed-free female flowers.
   2022-03-04
THE OG WAY: HOW TO GERMINATE CANNABIS SEEDS
You’ve bought a pack from Overgrow’s cannabis seeds selection and now it’s time to give these elite genetics their best chance of germinating into vigorous marijuana plants for the best possible yield in your unique South African climate. Growing weed from seed to harvest is an extremely rewarding task – challenging for newbie growers and easier for seasoned OG’s. But no matter your experience level, we advise following these guidelines.
   2021-12-20
NAME THE STRAIN: COMPETITION RULES
Spring has sprung in South Africa and Overgrow is offering a fantastic competition to mark the start of growing season. Get your thinking caps on because we’re giving away 8 packs of cannabis seeds over 8 weeks to social media followers who correctly solve the strain riddle and follow these rules.
   2021-09-01
CANNABIS 101: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT STRAIN
Cannabis comes in seemingly endless varieties and the classifications can be a little tricky to navigate. Many words describe it, like weed and "dagga". You get "indoor" and "outdoor", named after where it’s grown. Simple enough. Then, there are regular, feminized, auto-flowering, and high-CBD seed types (more on those here). And within these groupings, there are variations of indica, sativa, and lesser-known ruderalis genetics.
   2020-09-16
AUTO-FLOWERING CANNABIS SEEDS
Auto-flowering strains are not the result of genetic modification, they are the product of decades of careful breeding.
   2020-08-25
AUTO-FLOWERING VS. FEMINIZED CANNABIS SEEDS
This has been a hot topic of late. There has been much said and many debates. Ultimately, what we growers and smokers alike value most are female cannabis plants and their unpollinated resin buds.
   2020-08-04
7 CANNABIS STRAINS, EVERY GROWER SHOULD TRY
There are many amazing cannabis strains to grow. Below is a list of 7 great strains for both novice and expert growers alike.
   2020-07-28
CANNABIS 101: UNDERSTANDING WEED SEEDS
Marijuana plants come in many shapes and sizes. Different flavors, aromas, effects, and numerous other characteristics need consideration when searching for the best-fitting strain. At Overgrow, we stock over 150 varieties from professional breeders – old-school and new-school genetics from Europe and the USA.
   2020-07-23
CANNABIS AND ITS STRAINS
You may not be fully aware of what cannabis is and why there are literally thousands of named strains on the market. Today, we will define the cannabis plant and see how it has been used as well as look at why it's found in so many forms since first being consumed.
   2020-07-09
STRAIN DIARY: STRAWBERRY AMNESIA
Growing Strawberry Amnesia was incredibly fulfilling from the start right up to the unbelievably good taste and effect after skinning her up for the first time. Strawberry Amnesia s a powerful uplifting strain. A blend between the highly appreciated and well-known strains Strawberry Cough and Amnesia.
   2019-05-10
TOP FIVE TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF AUTO-FLOWERING CANNABIS PLANTS
Auto-Flowering cannabis plants are great for the novice as well as the experienced grower. For the early and even late outdoor or greenhouse harvests. Growing a few auto-flowering cannabis seeds alongside your regular feminized cannabis seeds, give the grower something to smoke during the late summer. Ensuring your cannabis plant has sufficient light and the roots remain still could improve more than just your yield.
   2019-05-09
WHAT IS SKUNK?
Skunk: This is a cannabis strain that that was one of the first cannabis strains to be grown under artificial lighting and its name became notorious.
   2019-04-19
STRAIN DAIRY: SWEET DEEP GRAPEFRUIT
One of Dinafem’s most pungent strains, Sweet Deep Grapefruit. Referred to as, a freshly pressed fruit cocktail. Growing this strain is incredibly easy and low maintenance. Making it a suitable first time grow. From sprout to Full grown she displays much vigor. From deep relaxation to a mild uplifting euphoria this strain has excellent therapeutic effects.
   2019-03-19
DINAFEM NEW RELEASE
Dinafem is a Cannabis seed bank that has one of the best selections of Sativa, Indica and Hybrid Cannabis seeds available. These will help you be a successful cultivator and you know that you can count on quality genetics. Take a look at Dinafem’s 5 new strains and you are sure to be inspired.
   2019-02-09
CBD GROW GUIDE
CBD is typically the second most abundant ingredient in Cannabis. THC is known for its psychoactive high, CBD is non-intoxicating. When you get it right, you can potentially save a small fortune by eliminating the need to buy expensive CBD oils and extracts. In this guide, we will show you how to grow high CBD Cannabis for personal use.
   2019-01-26
TOP DINAFEM STRAINS
Dinafem always inspires trust and confidence in the quality of their seeds and have a reputation that is well known in the cannabis community. If you are looking for your perfect strain then Dinafem will have something to suit all your needs. Whether it’s Indica or Sativa, Dinafem guarantees it.
   2019-01-17
THERAPEUTIC USES OF CBD OIL
CBD Oil has been studied numerous times and so this cannabinoid is well known for its medical benefits. CBD has a chemical structure similar to the body. There are so many positives and potential for CBD to change lives for the better, it is amazing. Cannabinoids have all the right stuff to replace pharmaceutical medicines and help patients choose a healthy and natural alternative.
   2018-10-24
CANNABIS GERMINATION & SEEDLING CARE
Germinating cannabis seeds is a very simple process and is merely getting a seed from its "sleep" stage to begin to sprout. Get the best quality seeds right here. Are you growing indoor or outdoor, hydroponics or soil? There are many factors to consider and choices to be made, so consider your options carefully to get the most out of your cannabis strain selection.
   2018-10-18
CANNABIS: FINDING THE PERFECT STRAIN FOR YOU
Knowing the different types of medical cannabis makes it easier for you to find the best cannabis strains for your health symptoms. If you are a medical patient looking for an alternative to prescription drugs than base your choice on the condition you suffer from or the symptoms you want to relieve. An important factor to remember when choosing is to not only look at strains but also cannabinoid content.
   2018-08-20
CANNABIS SATIVA VS. CANNABIS INDICA
We cover all you need to know about the medical benefits, places of origin and why each plant looks so different. Researchers are still trying to decide if the differences in cannabis are a result of 3 separate species, or if cannabis has one species with different varieties. The strain you choose will have certain qualities based on whether the plant is Sativa, Indica or a hybrid.
   2018-04-28
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN INDICA AND SATIVA CANNABIS STRAINS
In the 1970s, cannabis branched into what was recognized as three subspecies, strains, namely Cannabis Indica, Cannabis Sativa and Ruderalis. The difference between Indica and Sativa plants is, visually Indica plants have wide leaves and remain short plants whereas Sativa plants are tall and have narrow and elongated leaves.
   2017-02-05

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