For your first grow, using seeds is probably the first thing that comes to mind. But there’s another solution: cuttings. This gives you a head start, as well as many other advantages. In this article, we’ll discuss five reasons why you should use cuttings instead of seeds.

1. Rapid growth and maturity

As mentioned earlier, cuttings already have a head start over seeds, which need time to germinate and develop. Cuttings are essentially clones of a mother plant. These are produced by cutting off shoots from the mother plant and replanting them. This avoids the lengthy process of seed propagation. If you want a head start (for example, because you’ve just received your cultivation license), cuttings offer a good alternative.

2. Reliability

It’s difficult to start a grow with seeds because they often behave differently. With cuttings, there are no surprises. So, if you want to guarantee the reliability of your plants, you can achieve more predictable results with cuttings.

3. Ideal for beginners

Let’s be honest… Germinating seeds can be complicated. Finding and mastering the right techniques and conditions can be daunting, especially for beginners. Cuttings are a stress-free option that’s guaranteed to give you satisfying results.

4. Economically viable in the long term

It’s true that cuttings seem more expensive at first, but in the long run you can save money. Growth is fast, but more importantly, the success rate is much higher than with seeds. And don’t forget the time you’ll be spending on something more productive instead of raising seeds. Every minute counts, right?

5. Uniformity of the same batch

If you buy multiple cuttings from the same batch, you’ll start your grow with plants that are at the same stage and growing at the same rate. This synchronizes the batch and makes care considerably easier.