Before buying, do basic due diligence. Look for clear strain names and cut notes, recent photos, and pest-free claims backed by process. Good clones look turgid with bright tips, skip any with webbing or gnats. Trustworthy vendors disclose plug type and rooting time, so you can dial in your first week.
Once you receive the clone, inspect first, transplant second. Set up a short quarantine away from your main tent, check undersides for pests and PM. A gentle IPM rinse helps using diluted horticultural soap, then let the cutting dry ahead of the transplant.
Transplant into a small container first to keep roots active. Use airy media with good drainage, watering lightly at first. Start with softer light and ramp up, then raise intensity as they perk up. Use low EC, with balanced micro support, with tight temp swings to minimize shock.
Compared to seeds, clones bypass phenotype hunting. What you buy is what you grow, which matters for repeat runs. Seeds are great for discovery, especially for breeding or new flavors. But for stable production, clones maintain uniform canopy behavior.
Handle compliance locally and stay within legal limits. Track the cut’s source, so your notes stay tight. Prove the process on a few plants, then expand. Using vetted cuts, short quarantine, and smart watering, expect consistent runs with familiar quality.
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