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States Where You Can Grow Cannabis
Complete Home Cultivation Guide
Compare home grow laws across all legal states. Find plant limits, indoor vs outdoor rules, and the best states for cannabis cultivation.
At a Glance
21
States Allow Growing
12
Max Plants (Michigan)
15
Allow Outdoor
4
Legal but No Grow
Best States for Home Growing
ExcellentMost Generous Plant Limits
GoodSolid Growing Options
| State | Rec Plants | Med Plants | Location | Notes |
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| Oregon | 4 | 6 | Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor growing permitted with restrictions |
| California | 6 | 6 | Indoor/Outdoor | Local jurisdictions may have additional rules |
| Nevada | 6 | 12 | Indoor/Outdoor | Must live 25+ miles from dispensary for rec |
| Alaska | 6 | 6 | Indoor/Outdoor | Private property only, not visible from public |
| Vermont | 6 | 6 | Indoor/Outdoor | Up to 2 mature, 4 immature plants |
| Massachusetts | 6 | 6 | Indoor/Outdoor | 12 plants max per household |
| New Mexico | 6 | 12 | Indoor/Outdoor | 12 mature for medical patients |
| New York | 6 | 6 | Indoor/Outdoor | Effective 2024, 12 per household max |
| Rhode Island | 6 | 12 | Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor preferred, outdoor with restrictions |
| Minnesota | 8 | 8 | Indoor only | Effective 2024 |
| Ohio | 6 | 6 | Indoor only | Effective 2024 |
LimitedRestricted Growing
| State | Rec Plants | Med Plants | Location | Notes |
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| Maine | 3 | 6 | Indoor only | 3 mature, 12 immature for rec |
| Montana | 2 | 4 | Indoor only | Indoor only, mature plants only |
| Arizona | 6 | 12 | Indoor only | Must live 25+ miles from dispensary |
| Missouri | 6 | 6 | Indoor only | New as of 2023 |
| Virginia | 4 | 4 | Indoor only | Cannot sell or gift |
| Connecticut | 6 | 6 | Indoor only | Effective 2023 |
| Maryland | 2 | 2 | Indoor only | Very limited, adults 21+ only |
Medical OnlyCard Required
Legal States Without Home Grow
The following states have legalized cannabis but do NOT allow home cultivation:
- ✗Delaware
- ✗New Jersey
- ✗Washington (recreational)
- ✗Illinois (recreational)
Home Growing Essentials
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Lighting
- LED lights are most energy-efficient
- 18/6 light cycle for vegetative
- 12/12 light cycle for flowering
- 400-600W per plant typical
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Environment
- Temperature: 70-85F during day
- Humidity: 40-60% depending on stage
- Good air circulation essential
- Carbon filter for odor control
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Cost Savings
- Setup cost: $500-2000
- Yield: 1-4 oz per plant
- Break-even: 2-3 harvests
- Long-term savings: 70-90%
Important Legal Considerations
Always Required
- ⚠️Plants must not be visible from public areas
- ⚠️Secure location away from minors
- ⚠️Cannot sell homegrown cannabis
- ⚠️Check local ordinances for additional rules
Common Restrictions
- ⚠️Landlords can prohibit growing in rentals
- ⚠️HOAs may have additional restrictions
- ⚠️Some states count all plants (mature + immature)
- ⚠️Household limits may apply regardless of residents
Ready to Start Growing?
Check your state's specific laws and find local resources to get started.