The Cannabis Conundrum

Buying Marijuana versus Growing Cannabis

This question has been asked a number of times, so I decided to try and put it into perspective (of course, this may be just MY perspective...)

I'm calling it the cannabis conundrum because it is something most users give thought to at some point. But when you take the time to analyze the facts, it's not such a conundrum after all - or is it? You have to decide for yourself.

Grow your own Pot? Or buy your weed whenever your inventory is low? You can decide, but here are the Pros, Cons, and some added insights I recognize from my experience. You have to decide on the risk involved (if any).

Pros for Growing Marijuana

Timed properly, you never run out of high quality weed. Let's say this again...You never run out of quality weed.

You have learned a new and valuable skill about one of God's great gifts to this World that you can reproduce any time, any where.

You actually have a selection of fine cannabis on hand at any given time.

Everyone wants to party with YOU. Your popularity soars based on what you have to smoke (or eat, or vaporize). You slowly become a connoisseur of quality cannabis product, by smell, taste, effect and appearance.

You can start creating Hash (hashish) from the remnants of your garden. You love what you have, you love the savings, and you stay at home more. You have also learned the true value of keeping a secret.

Cons for Growing Marijuana

You actually have to grow it, care for it, and harvest it. This takes a bit of education on your part. You have to invest in the materials and equipment upfront to get started. You also need to dedicate growing space to your garden.

Depending upon your location, you could get busted for growing. Manufacture with intent to distribute, and then need to prove personal use for the lesser charge of possession of a controlled substance.

You have to be able to keep your secret (Your safest & best insurance).

And finally, you need to dedicate a little quality time everyday to your garden.

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Pros for Buying Marijuana

It is sometimes convenient and local to buy it when you need it (want it).

Cons to Buying Marijuana

Some of these cons are based on if you live in a legal area for the purchase of marijuana.

It costs a lot of money, and when was the last time there was a price decrease and quality increase? No cost control. You cannot count on the consistency of the quantity, quality, or timing and pick-up (generally speaking).

You have to trust a few other people with the knowledge of your habits. There could be surveillance on your connections. You have to risk going and getting it every time (weekly, whatever)

When it is dry, it is dry everywhere it seems. Dealers get busted - it happens. You take risks every time while driving in your car to pick it up. Sometimes the Pot sucks. No return policies are normal.

And finally, you usually DO NOT get what you pay for (*compared to growing your own).

We hope our discussion has helped you decide what might work best for YOU.