Start Your Cannabis Growing Journey
Discover if growing cannabis in Malta is right for you with our interactive guide
Personalized Growing Assessment
Answer a few questions to determine if you're ready for Basic or Advanced growing techniques
What's your growing experience?
What space do you have available?
How much time can you dedicate daily?
What's your initial budget?
What's your main goal?
The Cannabis Growing Journey
From seed to harvest in Malta's Mediterranean climate
Planning & Legal Compliance
Register with ARUC, choose your method, gather supplies
ARUC registration is mandatory before growing. Process takes 7-14 days.
Germination
Start your seeds using proven techniques
Paper towel method: 95% success. Direct soil: 80% success.
Vegetative Growth
Plants develop structure and mass
April-May ideal for outdoor veg. Use shade cloth in peak summer.
Flowering
Buds form and develop cannabinoids
Malta's autumn humidity requires extra vigilance against mold.
Harvest & Cure
Perfect timing for maximum potency
Use a jeweler's loupe to check trichomes. Cloudy = peak THC.
Growing in Malta's Climate
Sunshine
300+ days annually
Perfect for outdoorTemperature
15-30°C range
Year-round growingHumidity
65-75% average
Watch for moldBest Growing Calendar for Malta
Essential Knowledge
Key concepts every Maltese grower must understand
Legal Requirements
Malta allows 4 plants per household with ARUC permit
- Must be 18+ years old
- Register with ARUC before growing
- Maximum 4 plants per household
- 50g possession limit at home
- 7g carrying limit in public
Growing Fundamentals
Master the four pillars of healthy plants
- Light: 18+ hours veg, 12/12 flower
- Water: pH 6.0-6.5, let soil dry between
- Nutrients: N-P-K ratios vary by stage
- Air: Good circulation prevents mold
Strain Selection
Choose strains suited for Malta's climate
- Autoflowers: 8-10 weeks, beginner-friendly
- Photoperiods: 4-6 months, bigger yields
- Mold-resistant: Critical for Malta humidity
- Heat-tolerant: Handle summer temps
Common Malta Issues
Prevent and solve location-specific problems
- Spider mites: Common in hot summers
- Bud rot: High humidity risk
- Heat stress: Shade needed June-August
- Salt buildup: Hard water issues
Quick Strain Selector
Find the perfect strain for your situation
Northern Lights Auto
AutoflowerPerfect for beginners. Resilient, mold-resistant, handles Malta heat well.
Critical Mass
PhotoperiodHeavy yielder, good mold resistance. Needs support for heavy buds.
White Widow Auto
AutoflowerClassic strain, very forgiving. Excellent resin production.
Durban Poison
PhotoperiodAfrican genetics perfect for Malta heat. Naturally pest resistant.
Ready to Start Growing?
Choose your guide level and begin your cannabis cultivation journey with Malta-specific advice, step-by-step tutorials, and expert support.