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Dry mouth and cannabis use: what it is and how to avoid it

Dry mouth is a side effect of THC consumption that usually affects a large number of users. Today we explain why this phenomenon occurs and what you can do to avoid it.

Kokopelli, organic and reproducible seeds

Kokopelli is a French association dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of free and reproducible seeds. It claims the freedom to produce and exchange seeds, as well as the preservation of plant biodiversity.

Spore prints and syringes of magic mushrooms

Today we are going to tell you how to prepare a spore syringe from prints or vials, a simple process that requires maximum hygiene to minimize the risk of contamination. In addition, we will present you the different options you have to reproduce the mycelium and get a copious harvest of mushrooms.

Amnesia Haze, a strain that changed the cannabis scene

Amnesia Haze is a cannabis strain that has earned iconic status in the cannabis community. Known for its distinctive intense flavor and powerful psychoactive effects, Amnesia Haze has captured the imagination of cannabis lovers around the world. Today we will explore the history, characteristics, and effects of Amnesia Haze, as well as its place in cannabis culture. Find out why this strain has left its mark on the marijuana scene and why many still consider it a real gem to this day.

New Philosopher Seeds strains (2023)

Philosopher Seeds introduces 8 new strains for this season, a collection of top-tier hybrids developed from some of today's most sought-after clones. Today we present you these new spectacular strains, all of them already available as limited editions on our website. Don't miss them!

Cannabis memes, the best of the best

Memes have become a very common tool today, especially since the rise of social networks. Through humor, cannabis memes take on marijuana-related issues in a fun and satirical way, and are a popular form of expression and entertainment for our cannabis culture. Today we present some of the funniest we've found.

Big Buddha Seeds' Milo Dies

Milo Yung, founder of Big Buddha Seeds, has left us unexpectedly. Creator of well-known genetics such as Big Buddha Cheese or Blue Cheese, this passionate British grower and breeder says goodbye leaving a legacy equal to the greatest legends. Rest in peace!

Cannabis Hot Sauce

Without a doubt, hot sauce is one of those condiments that many people could not live without. And it is that that touch that it gives to dishes of all kinds, from stews to sandwiches, is simply incomparable. Today we teach you how to prepare a spicy tomato sauce enriched - or not - with cannabis so that you can enjoy your favorite dishes even more.

Introduction to growing cannabis with LED

In this post we will focus on explaining how to use the new LED lighting systems along with their advantages and disadvantages for indoor growing. The cultivation of marijuana with LED lights is becoming more and more widespread among cannabis growers, new LED lighting systems are appearing that will give us high performance which we must take into account to get the best results in our indoor crops.

What are baeocystin and norbaeocystin?

You probably know that magic mushrooms contain significant amounts of psilocybin and psilocin, the two main psychoactive alkaloids present in magic mushrooms. However, these mushrooms contain other lesser-known compounds such as baeocystin and norbaeocystin, which have interesting properties and to which we dedicate today's article.

Nutrients and additives for mother plants

Keeping cannabis mother plants may seem difficult for beginning growers, but nothing could be further from the truth. In this article we explain everything you need to know about the nutrition of the mother plants, an important aspect to achieve a correct development of the plants in the following months.

Mycotecture: constructions from fungi

Mushrooms are a trend; whether thanks to the medicinal properties of many species of edible mushrooms, the rise in the use of microdoses of psilocybin-rich mushrooms, or as we will see today, even as a construction material, mushrooms are presented as a useful alternative for aspects of our daily life that some time ago we could not even suspect.

Pax Mini and Pax Plus, new vaporizers from the USA

Here we present two new cannabis vaporizers from one of the most prestigious companies on the market, Pax Labs. These are the PAX Mini and PAX Plus, two evolutions of their famous PAX 3 that, as you will see, present interesting features as always aimed at improving your vaping experience.

Les Refardes, organic seeds of local production

We present a new horticultural seed bank that we have incorporated into our catalogue, Les Refardes. As you will see, it is a non-profit initiative in which the seeds of local varieties are the protagonists, with authentic treasures in their collection. If you still don't know what to grow in your garden, don't think twice and get one of their varieties, you won't be disappointed!

What is Septoria or Septoriasis in cultivation?

Septoria is a common fungal disease in many regions of the world, and its presence can be a significant concern to farmers and food producers. Prevention and control of this disease may involve a combination of agronomic practices, such as crop rotation, selection of resistant varieties, and the use of fungicides. Today we tell you everything you need to know about it, how to identify it, and how to treat it.

THC microdoses, an upward consumption trend

That the cannabis plant has enormous potential in the therapeutic and medicinal context is no secret. However, there is a growing trend for a new way to take advantage of these properties: microdosing. Today we will tell you all about this type of administration route for cannabinoids such as THC, which achieves a series of positive effects without the inconvenience of being under the influence of a psychoactive substance.