Cannabis Clones FAQ Switzerland
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TL;DR: 20+ answers on law, prices, sources, care, genetics, transport, diseases.
Key questions
See FAQ below.
FAQ
Are cannabis clones legal in Switzerland?
CBD clones <1 % THC: yes. THC clones: no.
Where to buy legal CBD clones?
Puregene, Swiss Botanic, Fairseeds, some CSCs.
Price?
CBD clones CHF 8–25. Elite cuts up to CHF 40.
How long do clones survive after purchase?
24–48 h without watering the root ball.
Can I cut my own clones?
Yes, from a mother plant.
How to recognize a good clone?
White roots, saturated green leaves, firm stems, no mites.
Difference from seeds?
Identical genetics, no males, faster cycle.
Can I import clones from abroad?
No — phytosanitary controls.
What is Hop Latent Viroid?
A viroid causing 30–50 % yield loss.
How to transport clones?
Cool, dark, moist, max 24 h.
Do I need to quarantine clones?
Yes, 14 days.
How many clones per m²?
9–16 for SOG, 4 for classic veg.
How often can I clone from one mother?
Every 4 weeks with a stable mother, over years.
Do clones lose vigor over time?
After 3–5 years vigor can drop.
Can I clone during flowering?
Possible but needs 2–4 weeks re-veg.
Autoflower clones?
Technically yes but pointless — same age as mother.
Best rooting hormone?
Clonex Gel, Rhizopon, or willow water.
Can I root clones in water?
Yes — aerocloner or simple glass. 7–14 days.
Best substrate?
Rockwool, Jiffy, coco pellets, or aerocloner.
When to transplant?
When roots are 3–5 cm long and white.