{"id":87003,"date":"2022-05-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-03T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/"},"modified":"2024-12-31T09:43:30","modified_gmt":"2024-12-31T08:43:30","slug":"mother-plant-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Mother plant care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>cultivation and care of cannabis mother plants<\/strong> represents an exciting aspect for many growers, although some may still be unfamiliar with this process. Some consider it complex, others think it\u2019s simple, and some <strong>prefer to opt directly for cannabis seeds<\/strong> or purchase clones. This article provides a step-by-step guide to finding the ideal strain, selecting it, and <strong>preserving the best mother plant for as long as desired<\/strong> by reproducing it through cuttings or clones. While we\u2019ve previously discussed how to make cannabis cuttings, this article focuses on how to create a mother plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ae824f768742\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ae824f768742\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#What_is_a_mother_plant\" >What is a mother plant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#Tools_needed_for_growing_mother_plants\" >Tools needed for growing mother plants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#Steps_to_grow_cannabis_mother_plants\" >Steps to grow cannabis mother plants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#Step_1_Germinate_seeds_for_mother_plants\" >Step 1: Germinate seeds for mother plants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#Step_2_Cutting_and_flowering\" >Step 2: Cutting and flowering<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#Step_3_Selection_based_on_cultivation_expectations\" >Step 3: Selection based on cultivation expectations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#Step_4_Cultivate_a_Robust_Mother_Plant\" >Step 4: Cultivate a Robust Mother Plant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/mother-plant-care\/#Maintaining_a_cannabis_mother_plant\" >Maintaining a cannabis mother plant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_mother_plant\"><\/span><strong>What is a mother plant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A mother plant is understood as a <strong>high-quality plant<\/strong> used to obtain cuttings and create exact genetic copies. This allows for plants with desired characteristics, although these clones may exhibit different phenotypes. The goal is to <strong>choose a plant with exceptional traits<\/strong> favored by the grower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A mother plant can <strong>last between 6 months and 3 years<\/strong> with proper care, offering a solution for growers seeking specific traits in their crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tools_needed_for_growing_mother_plants\"><\/span><strong>Tools needed for growing mother plants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/256-mother-plants-and-clones\">accessories for mother plant and cutting cultivation<\/a>, the following are essential:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>growing space<\/strong> such as an 80 x 80 cm tent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A light source with a minimum of 100W or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/94-cfl-lighting\">low-energy bulbs<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>fan and extractor<\/strong> to ensure proper air circulation and renewal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A timer and a hygrometer\/thermometer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_grow_cannabis_mother_plants\"><\/span><strong>Steps to grow cannabis mother plants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To achieve high-quality cannabis mother plants, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Germinate_seeds_for_mother_plants\"><\/span><strong>Step 1: Germinate seeds for mother plants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The process begins by carefully selecting the preferred strain, considering factors like yield, flavor, or resistance to adverse conditions. It is recommended to start with a <strong>sufficient number of cannabis seeds<\/strong> (around 20 is a good number) to increase the chances of finding an exceptional plant. Keep in mind that <strong>finding the perfect plant is a process that takes time<\/strong>, typically between five and six months.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/como-hacer-plantas-madre-marihuana.jpg\" alt=\"mother plants\" class=\"wp-image-153223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/como-hacer-plantas-madre-marihuana.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/como-hacer-plantas-madre-marihuana-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/como-hacer-plantas-madre-marihuana-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When selecting seeds for <strong>proper genetic selection<\/strong>, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/153-regular-seeds\">regular cannabis seeds<\/a>. Using feminized seeds makes it more challenging to find a distinct plant tailored to your needs, such as production, flavor, or resistance to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need around <strong>20 cannabis seeds<\/strong> to find an exceptional plant. This process can take approximately five to six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Cutting_and_flowering\"><\/span><strong>Step 2: Cutting and flowering<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the plants have germinated, transplant them and place them in a grow tent, ensuring they receive 18 hours of light and 6 hours of darkness daily. After about a <strong>month and a half<\/strong>, you can sex the plants, separating males from females.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wait until the <strong>plants are large enough<\/strong> to take the first cuttings, avoiding losses due to rot and making the necessary cuts. Ideally, aim to take <strong>four cuttings from each plant<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Selection_based_on_cultivation_expectations\"><\/span><strong>Step 3: Selection based on cultivation expectations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most exciting moment is testing and comparing all the harvested plants. Select the ones that meet <strong>specific quality criteria<\/strong>, such as flower size and distinctive flavor. Additionally, subject the favorites to <strong>resistance tests<\/strong>, particularly against mold, to ensure their long-term viability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Cultivate_a_Robust_Mother_Plant\"><\/span><strong>Step 4: Cultivate a Robust Mother Plant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With selected cuttings, focus on those with potential to become strong mother plants. This process <strong>involves specific pruning and training techniques<\/strong> to promote healthy growth and facilitate future cuttings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mother plants in the growth phase should be fed with fertilizers rich in nitrogen and <strong>microelements to prevent deficiencies<\/strong>. It is advisable to use enzymes and foliar fertilizers combined with various seaweed extracts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/mantener-plantas-madre.jpg\" alt=\"mother plant care\" class=\"wp-image-153233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/mantener-plantas-madre.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/mantener-plantas-madre-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/mantener-plantas-madre-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To prevent pests and diseases, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/137-pest-control\">insecticides<\/a> and fungicides. To keep plants from growing too large, prune them frequently by <strong>cutting the tips and leaving two nodes<\/strong> to encourage new growth at each cut node.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintaining_a_cannabis_mother_plant\"><\/span><strong>Maintaining a cannabis mother plant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Continued care of the mother plant is crucial. A <strong>meticulous focus on nutrition<\/strong> is required, using appropriate fertilizers and maintaining strict control over the pH of the irrigation water. Transplanting and root pruning become necessary practices to <strong>promote healthy and sustained growth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creating and maintaining a cannabis mother plant involves more than simply germinating a seed and taking cuttings; it requires dedication and a careful approach to maximize its potential. 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