First off grab a clone or seeds online(google is my best friend)
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Step by Step Guide on Growing Kratom
Now that you know why you should grow kratom let’s see how you can do that. For starters, you need to purchase the plant. A crucial thing to know here is that each cutting is the same age as its parent. Another factor to consider is that you want high-quality kratom to boost its chances of succeeding in your home or yard and maximize potential health benefits.
Step 1: Accommodate It to the New Environment
Once the plant arrives, the first thing you want to is to help it accommodate to the new environment. Kratom is used to the humidity, and dry air can be a shock to the plant, which can result in the leaves falling off. Try finding something that reminds of a dome, such as a terrarium, so that you can maintain a high level of humidity. The goal is to gradually take the dome off and let more air inside. The process should take several days until the plant gets used to new conditions.
if you received your plant in a plastic bag or a package, do not take it out immediately. Instead, poke a couple of holes and continue poking the holes for several days to slowly enable kratom to become used to the new environment. Once you estimate it has adapted in your home or yard, proceed to the next step.
Step 2: Pick Top-Quality Soil
You will need a bag of soil to move kratom into its new home. You can even consider a pot, which will be necessary if growing it indoors. Make sure to find top-quality soil, preferably one rich in pumice or perlite for drainage. Keep in mind that the soil should be wet, but it shouldn’t be saturated.
The general rule of thumb is that you should place about five to ten seeds in every pot. Not every seed will grow, but that gives you the best chances for the seeds to develop into fully-grown trees.
When picking the location, keep in mind that kratom can grow up to 10 feet in height. Not all the plants will grow that much, but it is your task to ensure they have sufficient space to develop. As for the light, they do need it, but not around the clock, so try to experiment with the ideal number of hours for your plant.
Step 3: Fertilize Regularly
Read the instructions for the particular soil you’ve purchased and pay attention to fertilizing. In most cases, you will need to fertilize the soil every two to four weeks to help keep the soil nutritious. It is a bit more expensive, but natural fertilizers are the best and healthiest way to go. You want to pick fertilizers that boost vegetative growth. Read the manual and check special instructions for feeding trees.
Step 4: Keep Bugs Away
Taking care of the health of your kratom tree also involves preventing bugs from eating it. Keep in mind that synthetic pesticides can be dangerous, which is why you should stick to natural protection. That includes horticultural oils, such as neem oil. You should apply as the instructions specify, but if there are none provided, go with 2-3 times every week for a couple of weeks. Do not wait for the plant to get attacked by bugs – spray preventatively.
Step 5: When to Harvest
Keep in mind that you shouldn’t expect any yield from the plant in the initial year. However, if you see that your kratom tree has become a fully-developed plant, it is time for harvesting. You should harvest during the autumn as that is when the leaves are most potent. The leaves will fall off the tree naturally in the autumn, and you should harvest them right before that happens.
As for storing, keep kratom away from any heat source. If you want to maintain its freshness and prevent degradation, the plant should be stored in a cool place. You should also avoid sunlight, which makes a freezer or closet a wise choice. Kratom should be kept in a sealed container, such as a closed jar.
If you plan to store it for longer than three months, consider using vacuum-sealed bags or mini-freezer. However, keep in mind that even if you store kratom with the utmost care, it will still start degrading after about a year.
Indoors or Outdoors?
You can grow kratom both indoors and the outdoors. If you pick to cultivate it outside, the greenhouse is the best option. A greenhouse or dome effect will protect the plant from severe weather conditions, as well as maintain high humidity levels, which will make the plant happy. Before starting to grow Kratom please make sure to check if it’s legal especially if you live in states like Missouri, Michigan, Minnesota, Arizona, Arkansas, Alabama or California.
Keep in mind that every guide on how to grow kratom pinpoints that is a tropical plant and prefers warm weather. If you live in cold climates, greenhouse becomes a requirement, especially during the winter. At 50F, the plant will become dormant, but colder temperatures than that may endanger the plant. On the other hand, heat is not a problem for them, and they appreciate even if the temperature is over 100F.
If you decide to cultivate the plant indoors, it shouldn’t be difficult to replicate a tropical climate throughout the entire year. You need to provide the plant lighting, so consider using artificial light, such as HID (high-intensity discharge light bulbs). When it comes to indoor crops, many gardeners go with metal halides and high-pressure sodium. However, make sure that the bulb is kept at a safe distance from the plant as the light can be a bit too strong for it. For example, a 400W bulb should be about four feet away. Finally, consider ventilation as fresh air is essential to keep the plant growth at full potential. And remember, the temperature should not vary too much, and you should keep the area relatively warm.
Final Words
We hope that you’ve learned the basics of how to grow kratom thanks to this guide. As you can see, the plant delivers multiple benefits and using it can promote and maintain optimal health and wellness. Cultivating your kratom is the best way to ensure that you get the healthiest plant and maximize its potential benefits.
Remember to stick to the steps mentioned in this article and always use natural solutions and approaches to nurturing it. A bit of experimentation regarding the best lighting, ventilation, and other details might be necessary, but with a bit of trial and error, you will easily become a successful kratom grower!
