Cultivation of cannabis for personal use
But before we delve into the differences, let’s first focus on a shared aspect: cultivation.
Luxembourg: Since July 2023, Luxembourg has allowed the cultivation and consumption of cannabis for personal use. households are permitted to grow up to four cannabis plants per adult, with no restrictions on the quantity of buds harvested as the enforcement would present practical challenges.
However, strict guidelines dictate that only seeds may be used for cultivation, and not cuttings, i.e., small plants taken from mother plants. Cannabis plants must also remain concealed from public view and children must not come into contact with them under any circumstances. Additionally, consumption indoors is prohibited in the presence of children.
Germany: The situation has been very similar in Germany since 1 April. Residents are permitted to cultivate up to three cannabis plants per household, a slight deviation from Luxembourg’s allowance of four plants. However, this is actually only a marginal difference since the number of plants says little about the yield. Space allocation and growth duration, which is particularly easy to control with artificial light, are more important factors in this regard.
Regulations pertaining to seeds mirror those of Luxembourg, and both countries are also on the same page when it comes to child protection measures.
