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Mealybugs on cannabis plants

Mealybugs normally affect plants grown outdoors. They feed by absorbing the sap of the plants, so if they aren’t detected and treated in time they can cause serious problems and compromise the growth of our crops. In this article we tell you how to identify and treat a pest of these insects.

Types of cannabis oils

Marijuana extracts and concentrates are being increasingly used by the cannabis community in these days. In this post we tell you what are some of the different oils found and how are they made, from the most potent THC-rich BHO to medicinal oils made from CBD extracts and vegetable oils.

An insight into different cannabis legalisation models

The legalisation of cannabis is a hot issue in many countries nowadays. Far from being an easy subject, it requires careful consideration by the members of the governments in charge, since there are tens of crucial aspects involved. In this post we present you three models of regulation from three different countries which have very differing starting points and rules.

Cannabis and Cinema

Here we present you a compilation of funny, cult and bizarre films, all dedicated to the world of cannabis. Especially for those who want to have a good time with a fat joint and good company.

Top Zeef dry sift extractor

In this post we present you the Top Zeef drum sieve, an electrical sieving machine that greatly facilitates our work when separating resins from plant material. Made with top quality materials and being really easy to use, with Top Zeef you'll get excellent results quickly and without making a mess. An essential device for all hashish and dry sift lovers!

Medicinal properties of CBD

The therapeutical properties of CBD and its great number of applications are currently being studied by the scientific community, so the list of diseases and conditions which can be treated with this cannabinoid is constantly increasing.

2016 Biocup

The past edition of the Biocup was held during the last weekend of May in Barcelona. Part of the Alchimia crew was there to enjoy a wonderful weekend, and we want to share with you our experience in this awesome event, which is growing with every edition. See you next year at the Biocup!

What is Mildew and how to combat it ?

In this post we explain everything you need to know about Mildew, from its procreation until how to fight it. Once more, we suggest you to do prevention with ecological products to avoid the appearance of pests and diseases in your plants, only using chemicals as a last and desperate option. Also, remember that a proper hygiene in the crop will save us from a multitude of headaches related with pests.

History of the medicinal use of cannabis

In this post we present a brief chronology of the medical use of marijuana by mankind, from the first written reference found until today. We'll see how cannabis has accompanied people for thousands of years, taking profit from from its many therapeutic properties before being subjected to a nonsense prohibition.

Ballasts for growing cannabis plants

Ballasts or power supply units are needed to use HPS or HM bulbs on indoor marijuana crops. In this post we explain the different types of ballasts that can be found on the market, as well as their main features and performance. From the
simplest magnetic ballasts to the last-gerneration electronic ones, they are needed in any indoor lighting system, so it is worth to know something more about them before purchasing one of these units.

Presentation of Hortilab Seeds

In this post we present you Hortilab, one of the latest additions in Alchimia Grow Shop's catalogue of seed banks. These guys have top quality genetics and have won distinguished cannabis awards, so you'll find nothing but flavourful and potent strains here!

The PAX 2 Vaporizer

Alchimia presents here the new Pax 2 portable vaporizer, with exclusive finish and high quality performance. With this device, vaping your cannabis buds will be as nice as simple!

Soil Food Web Gardening

Sadly, many times growers don't know what is happening below the ground. Bacteria, fungi, nematodes, protozoa, arthropods, earthworms...all of them are creating a perfect environment for the roots of our plants, and taking profit from it is a wise decision by the farmer. In this post we tell you more about Soil Food Web gardening, a technique which is increasingly used worldwide.

About this Cannabis Blog

This is the official blog of Alchimia Grow Shop. This blog is intended exclusively for the use of adults over the age of 18 years.

To buy equipment for growing cannabis at home you can consult our catalogue of cannabis seeds, grow shop and paraphernalia


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