What is a hemp flower exactly? A type of cannabis plant made from the flowers of the plant. This article will teach you how to make a hemp flower in easy steps, whether or not you have any experience with cannabis. Hemp flower are often used in cooking as they have a light flavor and contribute to the flavor like an herb would do. Hemp can be used in the same ways as cannabis, however they are a bit milder and different. The advantage of hemp is that it is legal in all 50 states, you can grow it almost anywhere, and you can purchase seeds off the internet.
How to Make a Hemp Flower inEasy Steps
Hemp flower can be quite potent; it is said to have about 2% THC content. There are many recipes for cooking with hemp like salad dressing and smoothies.
The following steps will take you from start to finish; they are easy to follow and are a fun project.
Growing the Hemp Flower
Starter Trays
You can easily grow the flower in your house, the best conditions for this is about 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Begin by taking 2 starter trays and filling them with soil leaving about ½ inch of room at the top of each. In each tray place ½ cup of vermiculite and mix it into the soil with your hands until it is well distributed. This will help keep the soil moist and hold it together so it doesn’t become too heavy while growing.
The seeds are usually planted at a depth of ½ inch; you can take the seeds and place them in your hand, press them lightly into the soil and cover them with a light layer of vermiculite.
Once the flower seedlings are well established you should transfer them to larger containers. When they reach 3 inches tall you can repot them into a 10 gallon pot.
Watering Your Hemp Flower
The best way to water your hemp is by submerging it in a container that has about 40% water in it. The water should be warm since cold water can shock the roots of the hemp plant.
Harvesting Your Hemp Flower
When your hemp has grown to the point that its leaves look dull, you are getting close to harvesting. Those who want to harvest for the seeds will do this when the seeds turn a greyish color and start looking like little balls. Harvesting for the buds will be around late September when they are 10 inches tall and have begun to turn brown; if they are polluted they won’t get brown but rather stay green.
Drying and Crushing the Hemp Flower
Once you have harvested your hemp flower it is time to dry it so that you can crush it into smaller pieces or grind it up into powder/flour. To dry the hemp you will want to hang it upside down and put a large fan on it. This will cause the buds to dry out fast because of the airflow. Let them dry for 2-3 weeks, or longer if necessary. Once this time is up you can grind them into a powder / flour using a mortar and pestle.
