Can I Grow My Own Marijuana in Philadelphia
If you are like us and many other Philadelphians, you may be interested in growing your own marijuana at home. Well, slow down there buddy, home cultivation is illegal in the state of Pennsylvania. Yes, even if you are a medical marijuana patient, you still cannot grow marijuana at home.
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Current Marijuana Laws in Philly
In Philadelphia, just like the rest of Pennsylvania, marijuana is medically legal. This means that not everyone can legally purchase marijuana from the state’s dispensaries. Only those in possession of a medical marijuana card can enter the dispensary and purchase marijuana products. But, how do you qualify for a medical marijuana card in PA? It is a pretty simple process. You can search online for doctors or services that will connect you with a doctor that will approve you. There is a list of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana, but it is pretty extensive and includes “anxiety” which anyone can say they have.
Aside from medical marijuana, in Philly and other cities throughout PA, marijuana is decriminalized. This means that possession of small amounts (usually 30 grams or less) does not result in criminal penalties. Now, this does not mean that marijuana is legal. It just means that there is some leniency with possession of small amounts of marijuana.
How to Get Marijuana in Philly
In Philadelphia, the only way to legally purchase marijuana is through a medical marijuana dispensary. This of course is only an option for individuals with medical marijuana cards. Those without medical marijuana cards have one other legal option – buying cannabis through the Hemp (THCA) loophole. THCa flower is essentially marijuana that is legal through the hemp laws. In fact, much of the marijauna found in medical marijuana dispensaries could be legally categorized at THCa flower. You can read more about the specifics in our article on the topic here: https://thriveflower.com/is-thca-real-weed/
Can I Grow Marijuana at Home in Philadelphia
The short answer is – No, you cannot grow your own marijuana in Philly or the rest of Pennsylvania. Marijuana legalization does not always include the right to grow your own marijuana. In fact, several recreationally legal states do not allow for home cultivation. If you feel that you should be able to grow your own marijuana at home, you may consider writing to your state representatives asking them to include home cultivation in any marijuana legalization bills.
If you want to get a head start on the future of marijuana legalization, you can try your hand at growing other crops at home. Plants like tomatoes, herbs, and peppers can provide you with a base of information that will definitely help you when you can finally legally grow marijuana. Things like lighting schedules, humidity control, and nutrients are essential aspects of successfully growing marijuana and you can learn all the basics while growing some yummy veggies!
