How is CBD flower grown, harvested and prepared?
|
|
Reading time 4 min
CONTENTS
Before it reaches your hands CBD flower flower follows a well-thought-out path: from seed to bag, every step is important. I'll take you through the essential stages from cultivation to the final product, which you'll find in my Mama Kana boutique.
Things to remember
- Depending on whether it's grown outdoors, in a greenhouse or indoors, the quality and fragrance of the flower will vary.
- Harvesting at the right time, by observing the trichomes, guarantees the best CBD content and the richest aromas.
- Slow drying, careful manicuring and curing in a closed pot preserve the taste, appearance and properties of the flowers.
Growing methods to get from seed to plant
It all starts with the seed and the choice made by the grower. There are also varieties specially selected for their CBD/THC ratio, while complying with current regulations.
Some flowers are also chosen for their fragrance, their simple production or their adaptation to a certain environment, or even for their adaptation to the climate.
Choosing the right seed means ensuring a quality end product right from the start. It's a vital step for growers.
Outdoor, indoor or greenhouse cultivation?
The outdoor cultivation (This is the most natural method of cultivation. Flowers grow in the sun, but are exposed to the vagaries of the weather (rain, drought, parasites). Plants can also grow much larger, but you need to know the terrain well.
The indoor cultivation (allows you to control temperature, humidity, light and even nutrients. It's a more energy-intensive means of production, but one that guarantees an optimal growing environment.
Finally Greenhouse (offers a happy medium. Plants benefit from natural sunlight, but are protected by a glass or plastic structure. Fans and additional lighting can be added, and the temperature of the greenhouses can be modulated. In this way, man has a firm grip on the conditions under which CBD flowers are grown.
How do the growth and flowering phases unfold?
During growth,you need to give plants what they like and what they need to develop fully. By this I mean good watering, the right nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium in the right doses), and no harsh chemicals.
For flowering, artificial light is reduced and the night/day cycle is respected so that the plant can activate the production of trichomes, the little glands containing cannabinoids and terpenes.
Pick at the right time to get the best out of the flower
Trichomes are tiny, translucent or milky capsules. When they become abundant and slightly amber, it means that the CBD is at its peak and the aromas have formed well. This is the ideal time to harvest. Too early, the flowers are weak in effect and fragrance; too late, they lose CBD, and the terpenes degrade.
Harvesting is often done by hand, even for a cheap CBD flower to avoid damaging the flowers. The branches are cut off, and then manicured. It's better to be slow and careful than hasty with this work. A poorly harvested plant means a damaged flower, less beautiful and less fragrant!
Final preparation: drying, manicuring and curing
Immediately after cutting, the flowers are hung or placed in a well-ventilated room, away from direct light. The temperature should ideally be between 15 and 20°C, with relative humidity between 45 and 50%. The aim here is to let the water evaporate without stressing the flower, to preserve aromas, avoid mildew and maintain a pleasant texture.
When the flowers are dry but still supple, the small residual leaves around the heads are removed. At Mama Kana this is done by hand. Alternatively, a special machine can be used. After this stage, you should have a cleaner, more beautiful flower, with clearly visible trichomes.
After drying, the flowers are placed in hermetically sealed glass containers. For several weeks, briefly open the jars regularly to renew the air.
This process allows the terpenes to stabilize, the aromas to develop and the humidity to balance. The taste becomes rounder and richer, and the flower retains its properties longer.
Why does every step count?
If you want your CBD flower to look good, smell good and have predictable effects, it all starts with the seed. Proper cultivation makes all the difference!
Article written by Benjamin Poirel-Nadal
Passionate about natural well-being and plants with multiple virtues, I've been exploring the benefits of CBD and its various forms for several years.
My aim? To share with you clear information, honest opinions and practical advice to help you integrate CBD into your daily life with confidence and serenity.
