Growing Smarter: Plant Science, Nutrients & Grower Insights

Explore the Organitek Blog for expert advice on plant nutrition, grow guides, beneficial bacteria, and proven solutions to maximize yield and plant health.

Grow Guides

  • How to Germinate Cannabis Seeds

    How to Germinate Cannabis Seeds: Best Way to Germinate Seeds for an Indoor Grow

    By Success Nutrients

    In this article I show you step-by-step how to germinate cannabis seeds in the simplest and most effective way, how to pick the right seeds and what to look out for. Follow along!
  • lollipopping cannabis and trimming the leaves

    Lollipopping Cannabis: How to Lollipop Plants To Boost Yield

    By Success Nutrients

    Lollipopping is a powerful High-Stress Training (HST) technique used to drastically boost cannabis yield and bud potency. This guide breaks down the process of removing unproductive lower foliage to redirect energy to the main colas. Learn the ideal timing for photoperiod and autoflowering strains, the seven steps for proper pruning, and how to safely combine lollipopping with SCROG and main-lining for maximum results.

  • How to dry and cure cannabis

    How To Dry and Cure Cannabis The Right Way

    By Success Nutrients

    Don't ruin your harvest at the finish line! Drying and curing are essential post-harvest steps that determine the final quality, potency, and flavor of your buds. This guide covers everything: from setting up the perfect drying room and comparing the pros and cons of wet vs. dry trimming, to mastering the "Branch Bending Test" and jar curing your buds to perfection.

  • Growing a mother plant in cannabis

    Growing A Mother Plant: How to Select and Grow a Healthy Cannabis Mother

    By Success Nutrients

    Ready to scale your favorite strain? Growing a strong cannabis mother plant is the secret to perpetual harvests and consistent quality. This comprehensive guide walks you through the entire process: from germinating seeds and pheno hunting the perfect candidate to maintaining the mother in perpetual vegetative growth.

  • Healthy Plant Roots for cannabis

    Healthy Plant Roots: The Importance of the Root Zone for Cannabis Plants

    By Success Nutrients

    The secrets to big yields and potent buds lie beneath the surface! Your cannabis roots are the unsung heroes of your garden, but they are vulnerable to rot, pests, and nutrient issues. Dive into this complete guide to root health, learn how to identify symptoms of root rot and damping off, and discover the optimal temperature and microbial solutions needed to make your root zone truly flourish.

  • Trimming Cannabis Fan Leaves

    Trimming Cannabis Fan Leaves: When Should You Be Schwazzing?

    By Success Nutrients

    Schwazzing is one of the most controversial—yet effective—techniques for dramatically boosting cannabis yields. This guide demystifies extreme defoliation, providing the exact two-step schedule for stripping fan leaves to optimize light penetration and airflow, maximize bud sites, and ensure your plants recover with robust nutrition.

  • How to Make Buds Bigger During Flowering

    How to Make Buds Bigger During Flowering: Finish Strong!

    By Success Nutrients

    Focusing on bud quality, density, and potency! This comprehensive guide reveals the pro-level techniques you need to maximize your final yield, including optimal Low Stress Training (LST), Screen of Green (SCROG), nutrient timing, CO₂ enrichment, and environmental control. Unlock your strain’s full genetic potential!

  • When to Start Bloom Nutrients

    When to Start Bloom Nutrients in Your Indoor Grow

    By Success Nutrients

    Are you feeding your flowering plants correctly? The switch from vegetative to bloom nutrients is the most critical decision for maximizing your harvest. This guide demystifies the exact timing to ensure your plants get the perfect balance of Phosphorus and Potassium for massive, potent colas.

  • How to top cannabis plants

    When and How to Top Cannabis Plants

    By Success Nutrients

    Unlock massive yields and master canopy control! Topping is the #1 secret to turning a tall, single-cola plant into a bushy producer. This guide shows you exactly how and when to make the cut to maximize bud sites, redirect energy, and manage your plant height for the biggest harvest possible.

  • How to flush cannabis plants

    When and How to Flush Cannabis Plants

    By Success Nutrients

    Flushing cannabis is the final key to achieving a clean, smooth, and high-quality harvest. Tired of harsh-tasting buds? This clear guide walks you through exactly when to flush—whether you're correcting nutrient issues or preparing for the final chop—and provides simple instructions for a successful flush every time.

  • Caring for clones cannabis

    How to Make Cannabis Clones & How To Take Care of Them

    By Success Nutrients

    Cloning is the key to consistency, efficiency, and reproducing your favorite strains forever! This master guide covers every step of the cloning process, from selecting the perfect mother plant and taking the ideal cutting to successfully rooting clones in rockwool and transplanting them for a thriving, uniform garden.

  • Best Bloom Booster for cannabis

    Best Bloom Booster to Maximize Yield On Your Next Cannabis Harvest

    By Success Nutrients

    Bloom boosters enhance flowering and yield, but choosing the right one is tricky. Learn the essential nutrients and why a hybrid booster + microbe solution is best.