Cannabis Companion Planting: Coriander

Adam Parsons

Cannabis Journalist & Staff Writer at Zamnesia

Adam Parsons

June 13, 2019

WHAT IS COMPANION PLANTING?

Companion planting is the process of improving the conditions of a growing atmosphere by planting beneficial plants close to each other. In fact, these individual plants protect against pests by producing a potent odor, which can stop the pests directly, as well as attract beneficial predators into the growing environment. Moreover, using companion plants can improve soil conditions through aeration and nutrient promotion. Furthermore, there are a few plants that provide structural support and can even diminish the need for added space.

Important to realize is that for companion planting to be effective, complementary plants must be planted close together. However, you need not put them together too closely. As a result, your plants will benefit from one another without having to fight for root space and other sources

Although THC acts as a natural repellent that can turn away several pests, there are still pests that aren't bothered by its psychotropic qualities. Therefore, experts recommend that you use supplemental pest protection. Another option is to scatter the crop with dead plants.

Instead of turning to chemical-based pesticides, in which may lack approval for neither cannabis consumption nor combustion, using natural garden plants can encourage your plants to grow rapidly in outdoor environments of all sizes.

CORIANDER AND ITS BENEFITS FOR CANNABIS

Coriander attracts beneficial insects, including tachinids, parasitoid wasps, and hoverflies. Moreover, coriander withstands bad insects, which includes aphids, potato beetles, and spider mites. You can even make a tea with coriander and use it as a spray that will combat any spider mite in your garden.

HOW TO GROW CORIANDER

Coriander seeds, in particular, are workable for roughly five to six years. Rather than having the unusual smell of a plant, coriander has a pleasant smell and a mild, sour taste.

In general, coriander grows best in a light, friable, and warm soil. Often, the seeds are sown during autumn, but can also be scattered in the spring. When attempting to grow coriander from the seeds, you must plant the seeds in rows. Specifically, the rows should be about 30cm apart and have spaces of 2cm apart and 1cm deep. Moreover, thin seedlings to 12-16cm apart.

SHOULD YOU PLANT SOME CORIANDER?

Pesticide use is an ongoing concern for many cannabis growers. Therefore, many at-home farmers are seeking substitutions that are organic. However, keeping your grow natural by avoiding the use of pesticides can be rather complex. Because of cannabis' potent aroma, many insects are drawn to the plant. With this in mind, it's important to monitor the condition of your weed plants throughout their entire growing cycle. Although doing so requires a bit of work, adding companion plants can be very beneficial for your grow.