5 Curing Mistakes That Ruin Good Flower
By The Budometry TeamPublished Updated
Curing is simple, which is exactly why people get careless with it. These five mistakes account for most disappointing homegrown flower.
Part of our pillar guide: Harvest, Dry and Cure: Getting the Last 30% Right
1. Jarring too wet
Buds that feel springy and stems that bend mean the flower is not ready. Jarred wet, it grows mold or produces an ammonia smell within days. Use the stem snap test.
2. Jarring too dry
Below about 55% RH the chemical processes of curing effectively stop. Over-dried flower never improves in the jar; it just gets dustier.
3. Not burping
The first two weeks need daily air exchange to carry off moisture and the byproducts of chlorophyll breakdown. Sealed jars trap them.
4. Plastic containers
Static strips trichomes, plastics can impart odors, and most containers are not truly airtight. Use glass.
5. Ending the cure too early
Two weeks is drinkable, six weeks is good. Set aside a jar and try it at two, four, and eight weeks — the difference will convince you.
Frequently asked questions
- What does ammonia in the jar mean?
- Anaerobic decomposition from too much moisture. Open the jar, dry the flower further, and burp more frequently.
The full guide on this topic
Harvest, Dry and Cure: Getting the Last 30% Right
How to read trichomes for harvest timing, plus the temperature, humidity and timeline for a slow dry and a proper jar cure that preserves aroma.