Absolutely new to this whole thing, actually not even new, before new. I stopped partaking years ago because I didn't like dealing with scumbags -- not all were, but you know what I mean -- and buy unknown quality. I've been lurking on this site, thinking about doing my own grow and suddenly, Oregon voters made it legal for me to grow up to four plants. That would be plenty.
I've been an organic gardener for years, even have a small vineyard and make my own wine but never grew MJ.
Before, I was only considering indoor but now outdoor is a possibility. I'm sure I'll find opinions on that here. Plenty of time to read and consider what I want to do.
anyway, glad to meetcha
Welcome Fogdog, growing MJ is just like any other flower that loves a little acidic environment.
You just have to get fine tuned. Are you growing indoors or out? Indoors gives you control
so I will assume this is how.
Lighting is the most important part, for most people with four plants I would suggest 600 watt h.i.d.,
digital ballast lets you use both vegetative and flowering bulbs.(metal halide, high pressure sodium)
As for growing, substrate is up to you but soil is most forgiving and I think the best flavored flowers.
Anything else we can help with please write.
After thought, a good reference read go to "greenmanspage.com" click free library.
have you any advice ---