Can I grow my own marijuana in Illinois?

In Illinois, medical marijuana patients are allowed to grow their own cannabis at home, but there are clear rules to follow. If you are registered in the state’s medical program, you can cultivate up to five plants in your household. These plants must be kept in a locked, enclosed space that is not visible to the public. The limit applies to the household as a whole, not per person, so even if multiple patients live together, the maximum is still five plants. Recreational users, on the other hand, are not permitted to grow cannabis at home. It’s important to stay within these limits because growing without a medical card or exceeding the allowed number of plants can lead to fines or criminal charges.