That’s unfortunate, though it appears the punishment for being caught growing up to 5 plants for recreation is pretty minor, at least according to this site.

However, the reality for the average citizen is less severe than it sounds. For recreational growers, cultivating five plants or fewer is classified as a civil violation—similar to a speeding ticket—punishable by a fine of roughly $200, rather than jail time. With cannabis now rescheduled as a Schedule III substance federally, the legal atmosphere is softening further, moving away from harsh penalties.

The penalties do increase if you’re found with more plants though, with anything over 5 plants crossing over into a felony.