How to Grow Blue Dream at Home

Blue Dream is one of America’s favorite strains. This sativa-dominant breed
packs a high-THC punch, and it does this without getting the user buzzed-up
to the point of being non-functional. The strain, which was developed in
California, found its way to mainstream success for its ability to alter
moods and spin creativity, while also providing a calming sense of
euphoria. It is a hit with both the recreational and medical sectors, as it
is versatile enough to be considered medicine for those suffering from a
variety of conditions ranging from depression to PTSD and a source for good
times. It’s also quite easy to cultivate once you learn how to grow Blue
Dream at home, which only increases the popularity of the strain.

Some of the latest data shows that tens of millions of dollars are spent on
Blue Dream every year in legal states. So, it stands to reason, with most
of these jurisdictions allowing home cultivation in some form or fashion,
cannabis consumers are curious as to how they might go about growing this
strain in the comforts of their personal space. Fortunately, Cannabis Now
is dedicated to helping aspiring green thumb gods recognize their talents
and forge their way to high and healthy yields.
Blue Dream Is Easy to Grow — And It’ll Grow Tall

Even a first-time grower can experience solid results when growing Blue
Dream. This strain has such a fighting desire to touch the sky that it is
almost impossible to sabotage the process. But it is important to
understand a few things about this plant before getting started. Blue Dream
grows tall — plants can hit the 4-to-6 foot mark without much effort at
all. It will flourish in both indoor and outdoor conditions, as long as it
is protected from extreme weather conditions. For the sake of this article,
we are going to focus on cultivating a single plant indoors. This way even
those would-be cannabis growers living in areas of prohibition can still
dabble in the fun of home cultivation.
Getting Started: Buying Seeds (Or Clones, If You Can)

If you live in a state where growing cannabis is legal, then it is easiest
to purchase a Blue Dream clone from your local dispensary. There are plenty
of pros and cons to growing from seed or clone, but first-time growers
usually prefer the speed and relative simplicity of growing from clones.
However, if you don’t have access to clones, seeds are your only other
option.

It is always best to go with newer seeds, so it is not advised to try your
newfound cultivation project with seed that has been hanging around for
years. In states that have legalized cannabis, individuals can track down
seeds at farmer’s markets or through some retail dispensaries. Buying
online is also an option — perhaps the most convenient if living in a
prohibition state, but it is important to clarify that buying seeds online
is still technically against the law.
Germinate Seeds And Get Under Light Source

Before you can plant your seed, you must first germinate the seed. To do
this, grab a moist paper towel and a plastic sandwich bag. Drop the seed
(or seeds) in the middle of the damp paper towel, fold it over a couple of
times and stick it in the sandwich bag. Some experienced growers recommend
first sprinkling the seed with an organic root booster called Mycorrhizal.
This provides the plant with nutrients it doesn’t get growing indoors.

Once the seed is in the bag, it needs to be stored in a dark and warm
place. Leave it alone for around three days. By then, the seed should be
ready to be transferred to soil. This part is still relatively easy. Just
grab a plastic cup (one for every seed), poke a few holes in the bottom and
fill with soil. Some suggested brands are Fox Farm Ocean Forest Soil,
Espona Organic Potting Mix and Roots Organic.

From there, add a pinch of root booster and drop in the seed. Cover it and
put it under a 100-Watt Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL) light bulb. Better
yet, get a full spectrum light. These are a solid investment for single
plant grows. Both of these items can be purchased at a place like Home
Depot and Lowe’s. They are inexpensive — and they work really well.
Crucial Growing Information and Tips

*Temperature*: Blue Dream is comfortable in the same climate as most
humans. It flourishes in temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

*Light*: Keep under light for most of the day, from 18-24 hours, during
this first stage. This is called the vegetative state and is when the plant
grows in size. A light timer is useful in achieving accuracy.

*Ventilation*: Treat your plant to some air circulation! Although the
lights we discussed above do not get extremely hot, ventilation is still
important to the grow process. This can be achieved with a small tabletop
fan.

*Odor Control*: Blue Dream has a fruity fragrance — sort of like blueberry,
so it does not produce an intense aroma. Plus, one plant is not going to
cause a stink with the neighbors.

*Water*: Keep soil wet. When watering, make sure a pool of water forms at
the top of the soil. If the plant starts to droop throughout the growing
process, it needs more water. If the soil is dry when put to the touch
test, it needs more water. But overwatering is bad, too. A solid rule is
not to water cannabis any more than any other plant. Treat it like a tomato.

*Nutrients*: This strain has a ravenous appetite. It requires heavy
nitrogen feedings. Advanced Nutrients has some highly revered products. A
Google search can help turn up others.

*Staking*: In order to keep the plant in an upright position, staking is
necessary. There are a variety of staking schemes out there, but the
primary mission is to keep the plant straight and support the branches.

*Transplant*: Around the 30-day mark, it will be necessary to transfer your
Blue Dream plant to a larger (5-gallon) pot.

*Flower Time*: The second growing stage, the flowering stage, is triggered
when the plant starts getting 12 hours of light and 12 hours uninterrupted
darkness. Once the flowering stage is triggered, the plant will likely grow
by about a third of its size, so take your space into consideration when
changing the light cycle. Blue Dream’s average flowering time is 9-to-10
weeks. It might start slow and get more aggressive throughout the grow
cycle.

*Harvest*: Watch the sugar-like resin glands on the buds. Once around half
of them go from white to cloudy, it’s harvest time. Although this process
might seem like a lot to take in, remember: Blue Dream is a very forgiving
strain. So, while it is absolutely possible to get scientific throughout
the grow process, it is not necessary. This plant will allow the grower to
make plenty of mistakes and still grow to maturity. Blue Dream typically
produces 4-to-6 ounces per plant.

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