With thorough explanations of the foundations of growing and over 100 helpful images and diagrams, Cannabis Growing Guide is the essential beginner-friendly book you need to learn how to grow cannabis outdoors.J.B. Haze begins Cannabis Growing Guide with an important explanation about genetics and why growers should care about them, both from a practical standpoint and as a hobbyist, highlighting the joy of growing alongside technical knowledge. That same enthusiasm carries into the next section as Haze discusses the importance of the growing environment. An exploration of the history of cross-breeding strains precedes a discussion of the different attributes that growers may want to cultivate in their own strains. Logically following the discussion of genetics, Haze guides readers through selecting seeds and explains the difference between a Haze plant and a Kush plant. He then continues his discussion of seeds by explaining what makes a "good seed" and a solid starting point for one's growing adventure. Haze acknowledges that not everyone is lucky enough to live in an environment perfect for growing marijuana and may need some pointers on how to select the seeds and strains that will provide the best possible result in whichever environment readers may reside. He explains the different types of seeds growers can buy, their pros and cons, and provides seed bank recommendations so that readers will know both what they want and where to get it. With all the seed information squared away, Haze moves on to discussing soil. Soil may seem an unusual point of focus, isn't it just dirt? But Haze proves through his thorough explanation that soil is paramount to getting the best yield. His method of versatile pot assembly provides insulation, nutrients, and water to marijuana plants for weeks at a time, making it easier for growers to get the results they want. The author leads readers through preparing the pots and soil for planting, exposes the surprising dangers of chemicals in water and teaches readers how to filter them out, and discusses how to balance the pH of the soil. Starting out with these foundations makes this book perfect for a beginner.Haze continues his in-depth descriptions as he guides readers through the various other obstacles of the germination process, such as controlling temperature and moisture without disturbing the seeds or stunting growth. His method of watering the seeds is particularly helpful to beginners, as a frequent slip-up is