What you can legally grow, possess, and cultivate in California California has some of the most permissive cannabis growing laws in the country, but there are still important rules to understand. This guide covers the key regulations for both personal and commercial cannabis cultivation in 2026.
Personal Home Growing (Proposition 64)
Age requirement: Adults 21 and older Plant limit: Up to 6 plants per household (not per person) Location: Must be grown in a private residence, not visible from a public place Security: Must be in a locked area if children are present No license needed for personal cultivation No sales: You cannot sell home-grown cannabis (giving away is legal within limits)
Commercial Cultivation Licensing
Commercial cannabis cultivation in California requires both a state license from the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) and local authorization from your city or county. License types: Specialty Cottage (up to 25 plants indoor), Specialty (up to 5,000 sq ft), Small (up to 10,000 sq ft), Medium (up to 1 acre) Local approval first: You must have local authorization before applying for a state license Track and trace: All commercial cannabis must be tracked in the state METRC system Testing: All commercial cannabis must pass state-required lab testing
Buying Cannabis Clones Legally
Cannabis clones are legal to purchase in California for both personal and commercial use. For personal use, you can buy clones from any licensed nursery. For commercial use, clones must come from a licensed nursery or your own licensed operation. Prime Cuts Nursery serves both personal and commercial growers with HLVD-tested genetics.
Local Regulations Vary
While state law allows home growing, some cities and counties have additional restrictions. Always check your local ordinances. Most of California allows indoor home growing, but some jurisdictions restrict outdoor cultivation.
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