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Drying your cannabis is an important step to ensure quality. Here are some tips on how to dry your cannabis properly.
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Hang Drying
Hang drying is the most popular method for drying cannabis. It is simple and effective, and it doesn’t require any special equipment. All you need is a dark, well-ventilated room and some string or clothes hangers.
Cut cannabis plant into manageable pieces
Once you have cut down your cannabis plant, you will need to cut it into manageable pieces. Depending on the size of your plant, you may need to cut it into smaller pieces so that it can fit onto the drying racks. If your plant is too big to fit onto the racks, you can cut it down into smaller pieces and then reassemble it once it is on the racks.
Once you have cut your plant into manageable pieces, you will need to remove any leaves that are not attached to the main stem. These leaves will not dry properly and will end up mouldy if they are left on the plant. You can remove these leaves by hand or with a sharp knife.
Once all of the leaves have been removed, you will need to remove any flowers that are still on the plant. These flowers can be dried and used separately from the rest of the plant. To remove the flowers, simply snap them off of the main stem.
Hang cannabis upside down in a cool, dark, and dry place
The most important factor in properly drying your cannabis is airflow. Too little airflow and your cannabis will develop mold and mildew; too much airflow and your cannabis will become dried out and lose potency.
To dry your cannabis, hang it upside down in a cool, dark, and dry place (a closet or cabinet works well). Make sure there is plenty of airflow around the plants. A fan directed at the plants will speed up the drying process, but be careful not to point the fan directly at the plants or they will dry out too quickly. Wait until the plants are dry to the touch before removing them from the hangers. This usually takes 3-7 days, but can take longer in humid environments.
Once the plants are dry, remove the leaves and flowers from the stems. The leaves can be used to make hash or other concentrates, or they can be smoked on their own. The flowers can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for long-term storage, or they can be immediately smoked or used to make edibles.
Check on cannabis every day, rotating if necessary
Hang drying is a slow process, with most people checking on their buds every day and rotating them so that each side gets an equal amount of time facing the air. Depending on the humidity and temperature of the room, it can take anywhere from 7-14 days for cannabis to fully dry this way.
Oven Drying
Oven drying is a great way to dry your cannabis if you don’t have a lot of time. It is also a good way to dry larger quantities of cannabis at once. The downside to oven drying is that it can sometimes cause your cannabis to lose some of its potency.
Cut cannabis plant into smaller pieces
Cutting the cannabis plant into smaller pieces helps to increase surface area for better air circulation and prevents potential mold growth that could occur if the plant was left whole. After cutting, it is important to remove any excess moisture from the plant material by hanging it upside down in a well-ventilated area or using a food dehydrator set to 95-110 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place cannabis on a baking sheet and dry in oven at lowest temperature possible
Oven drying is the quickest way to dry your cannabis, but it can be tricky. You need to make sure that the cannabis is oven-dry and not cooked, or else it will lose many of its valuable cannabinoids and terpenes.
To oven dry your cannabis, start by preheating your oven to its lowest temperature setting. Place your cannabis on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and put it in the oven. Check on it every 10-15 minutes, moving it around as necessary, until it is completely dry to the touch. This should take 1-2 hours.
Check on cannabis every 30 minutes, flipping pieces if necessary
To ensure even drying, it’s important to check on your cannabis every 30 minutes or so, flipping pieces if necessary. You’ll know the flowers are ready to come out of the oven when they feel dry to the touch andoffer no resistance when you attempt to bend them. Depending on how wet your cannabis was to begin with, this process can take anywhere from two to six hours.
Microwave Drying
Drying your cannabis in a microwave is a quick and easy way to get the job done. Start by chopping up your cannabis into small pieces and spreading it out on a paper towel. Then, put the towel in the microwave and set the timer for two minutes. After the timer goes off, remove the towel and check to see if the cannabis is dry. If it’s not, put it back in the microwave and repeat the process.
Cut cannabis plant into smaller pieces
Cut your cannabis plant into smaller pieces. This will help the heat evenly distribute throughout the plant, rather than concentrating in one area and causing that area to dry out too quickly. Smaller pieces also expose more of the surface area of the plant to the air, which will speed up the drying process. You can use a knife or scissors to do this.
Place cannabis on a microwave-safe plate and dry in microwave on low power in 30-second intervals
Cannabis needs to be dried properly in order to preserve its THC content and prevent mold growth. Mold can grow on cannabis that is too moist, so it’s important to dry it slowly and evenly.
One way to dry cannabis is in the microwave.Place cannabis on a microwave-safe plate and dry in microwave on low power in 30-second intervals. Check the cannabis after each interval and stop microwaving when it is dry to the touch. Be careful not to overcook the cannabis, as this will degrade the THC content.
Check on cannabis after each interval, flipping pieces if necessary
Every 60 to 120 seconds, stop the microwave and check on the herbs. At this point, you can flip pieces if necessary. If the cannabis is still too moist, continue drying it in 10-second increments until it’s sufficiently dry.
