Weeds are a natural part of gardening, but they can be a pain. Learn the right approach to weeding your garden and you can avoid a lot of backbreaking work.

By following these tips, you can reduce weeds to manageable levels and keep your garden looking healthy and beautiful.

Weed When Wet

Wet weed is no fun, and it can ruin your smoke experience. In fact, it can also be a hazard to your health as excess moisture can cause mold and fungus growth.

There are a number of ways to dry wet weed without losing its trichomes, THC, and cannabinoid content. Some of the most popular methods include using rice and paper towels.

Both of these methods are easy to follow and can save you from wasting your time and money on wet weed. However, both can take a little bit of time.

Weed Often

Weeds are a nuisance, but they are also an important part of the ecosystem. They provide a food source for birds and other wildlife, clean out the ground of dead and dying plants, and help to aerate soil. They are also a natural filter that prevents other plants from taking over your yard.

Weeding your garden is a chore that you can’t ignore, so be sure to tackle it on a regular basis. For starters, consider using a hoe with triangular blades to make light work of closely spaced rows and underneath plants. For weeds with long roots, a dandelion digger or hand weeder is the way to go. Similarly, a good pair of gardening gloves will keep you safe from cuts on your hands. It’s also a good idea to pick up a few gardening books for tips and tricks on how to manage your yard successfully. Getting your hands on a few savvy strategies can save you time and money in the long run.

Weed While the Soil is Wet

Whether you’re weeding your garden after a rainstorm or simply watering it, wet soil is easier to move around. It also allows weeds to slide out more easily, so you don’t have to do as much wrangling. When the soil is damp, you’ll be able to see where the weeds are growing, too, so you can spot them and pull them before they bloom.

Another helpful trick is to water your plants in stages, and not just once. This way, the soil will absorb the water slowly until the plant is completely wet. It will also help to make the watering process more effective as the roots of your cannabis plant will have a chance to hunt for moisture. By following these tips, you’ll be able to get your garden back on track without spending all day doing it.

Weed Before They Bloom

Weeds aren’t just a nuisance; they can also kill your garden. The earlier you weed, the fewer weeds will be growing in your space and the more desirable plants will thrive. To weed before they bloom, use a lightweight scuffle hoe or garden loppers (both are excellent for maneuvering in tight spaces) to slice off the roots of annual weeds like dandelions and chickweed, or chop them up with a shovel or lawn mower. For weeds that don’t root from stem pieces, such as groundsel, a small hand rake or a pruning shear can be used to cut them down.

When it’s time to flower, weed plants begin developing pre-flowers—the beginnings of their sexual organs, including the pistil and hairs that will become flower petals. To get a good look at the pre-flowers, remove leaves that are tangled up in each other and watch for the development of round pollen sacs or oval bracts. Growers use the sex of these organs to separate male and female plants and discard the males.