Growing marijuana outdoors is great because you won't need to spend a ton of money on it and you can rely on the power of the sun. If you have access to a sunny spot in a private yard or even a balcony, terrace, or rooftop, you can grow weed outside. You will be tied to the sun and the seasons and local weather, but you won't have to spend a bunch of money on equipment and utilities like indoor growers. If you're growing weed outdoors, it's great to find a community of cannabis growers in your area to see how others are growing in your specific climate. Local climates vary, so it can be helpful to see what strains thrive where you are, and also when other growers are popping seeds, harvesting, and more.

Relying on the power of the sun, you won't need to spend a ton of money on an outdoor grow. You'll need some soil, fertilizer, seeds or clones, and maybe a small greenhouse to get them started. You won't need to pay for electricity for lights, AC units, or dehumidifiers, and you can even collect rainwater. The sky's the limit with outdoor plants, you can let them get as big and tall as you want, as long as they're manageable. One plant can potentially yield between a half-pound and full-pound of dried weed! Growing a handful of hands for yourself is more than enough. With an indoor grow, your space is a lot more restricted.

It's crucial to have a good understanding of the climate in the area you're going to grow. Cannabis is highly adaptable to various conditions, but it is susceptible in extreme weather. Sustained temperatures above 85°F will cause your plants to stop growing, while continued temperatures below 55°F can cause damage and stunting to plants, even death. Heavy rains and high winds can cause physical damage to plants and reduce yields, and excessive moisture can lead to mold and powdery mildew, especially during the flowering stage.

Weed plants will need full, direct sun for at least 6 hours a day. You may have a backyard, but it might not be great to grow there if it doesn't get full sun every day. Your cannabis plants should receive as much direct sunlight as possible, ideally during midday, when the quality of light is best. As the season changes and fall approaches, your plants will get less and less sunlight throughout the day, which will trigger the flowering stage. Having a constant breeze is good for your plants, and especially in hot climates. But if you live in an area with a lot of high winds, consider planting near a windbreak of some sort, like a wall, fence or large shrubbery.

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