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Crane Fly Larvae in Cannabis Beds: Leatherjackets and Wet Soil

Quick answer: Crane fly larvae, often called leatherjackets, are gray brown, legless grubs that live in damp soil and feed […]

Bright slime molds and tiny artillery fungus cups can appear in mulch near cannabis. Learn which are harmless and how to curb sticky spores.

Spent mushroom compost adds organic matter to cannabis beds but can carry extra salts. Learn why weathered material is safer and how to use it.

Graywater can stretch garden water, but UC Master Gardeners set firm limits on food plants. Learn what counts as graywater and what to avoid.

Used coffee grounds can improve cannabis bed soil in small doses but do not acidify it. Learn safe amounts for compost piles, soil and mulch.

Leaf mold is decayed tree leaves that improve soil structure and hold water in cannabis beds. Learn how to make it in a bin or bag and use it.

Millipedes in cannabis pots mostly feed on decaying matter, not healthy roots. Learn how to identify them, dry out the mix and clear damp spots.

Fresh manure brings salts and weed seeds to outdoor cannabis beds. Learn which manure to use, how long to wait and how to mix it in.

Fungus gnats breed in wet potting mix. Learn how to confirm larvae with a potato slice, dry the surface, trap adults and drench with Bti.