The cannabis seed market in 2026 is more competitive than ever, and breeders have pushed the boundaries of what photoperiod and autoflowering genetics can produce indoors and out. Strains that once topped at 500g/m2 now routinely hit 700g and beyond in optimized setups. At the same time, autoflowers have matured to the point where the best yielding autoflower varieties can match what photoperiods delivered just five years ago. Understanding which genetics are worth your investment — and how to back them up with the right setup — is what this guide is about.

This is a data-driven breakdown of the highest yielding strains available today, what you can realistically expect from each setup type, and the cultivation practices that separate average harvests from exceptional ones. No hype, no inflated breeder claims — just practical information grounded in what growers are actually pulling from their gardens in 2026.

What Determines Cannabis Yield?

Yield is a product of multiple interacting variables. Removing any one of them from the equation will limit your results, regardless of how well you manage the others. Here is how each factor stacks up:

Genetics — The Foundation of Every Harvest

Genetics set the ceiling. A strain bred for high output will have wider internodal spacing, more bud sites, denser calyx stacking, and a longer stretch that gives the plant room to fill out. When breeders describe yield potential, they are describing what the strain can do under near-optimal conditions. Buying premium, stabilized big yield weed seeds from a reputable source is non-negotiable — unstable or low-grade genetics will underperform regardless of how skilled the grower is.

Light Intensity

Cannabis yield scales almost linearly with photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) up to around 1,000–1,200 µmol/m2/s. Above that threshold, CO2 supplementation is required to avoid diminishing returns. PPFD uniformity across the canopy is equally important — hot spots and shadowed corners produce uneven harvests. Modern full-spectrum LEDs from reputable brands now make it possible to hit 800–1,000 µmol/m2/s across an entire 4×4 canopy without the heat management headaches of legacy HID systems.

Pot Size

Root volume directly limits above-ground growth. A 5-gallon pot supports a very different plant than a 15-gallon container. For photoperiods targeting maximum output, 10–15 gallons gives roots the room to develop the infrastructure needed to feed a high-yielding canopy through a long flower cycle. Autoflowers perform well in 3–5 gallons given their shorter life cycle, though 7-gallon pots will push the ceiling on the best yielding autoflower strains.

Training Techniques

Training redistributes auxins, promotes lateral branching, and creates an even canopy that captures light efficiently. Untrained plants waste a significant portion of their light on lower growth that never produces marketable flower. The difference between a trained and untrained plant of the same strain under the same light can be 30–50% in total yield.

Nutrients and Feeding Strategy

High-yielding strains are heavy feeders, particularly during late flower when they are stacking dense, resinous buds. A proper feeding program that transitions from nitrogen-dominant vegetative feeds to phosphorus and potassium-heavy bloom formulas supports maximum bud development. Calcium and magnesium availability is also critical under high-intensity LED lighting.

Environment

Temperature, humidity, and CO2 levels interact with every other variable. The optimal grow environment for maximum yield cannabis targets 24–28°C (75–82°F) during lights-on, 18–22°C lights-off, relative humidity at 60–70% in veg dropping to 40–50% in flower, and CO2 maintained at 1,000–1,500 ppm in enriched setups. VPD (vapour pressure deficit) management is the modern framework for dialling in temperature and humidity together rather than treating them as separate variables.

Indoor vs Outdoor Yield Expectations

Indoor Yield Benchmarks

Indoor growing gives you complete environmental control at the cost of space and energy. When evaluating strain descriptions, use these benchmarks to calibrate your expectations:

The realistic target for a well-managed home tent grow with a high-yield strain is 500–700g/m2. Hitting numbers above that requires CO2 supplementation, high-output lighting (600–1,000W equivalent per m2), and precise environmental control. Claims of 1,500g/m2 are theoretically possible in commercial settings but not representative of typical home grows.

Outdoor Yield Expectations

Outdoor growing removes the ceiling on plant size, which is why outdoor yields are measured per plant rather than per square metre. A well-established photoperiod strain in a large raised bed or in-ground plot with full sun can yield anywhere from 500g to well over 2kg per plant. The key factors for maximum outdoor harvest cannabis are:

• Full, unobstructed sun exposure for the entire photoperiod (12+ hours in peak season)
• Climate with a long, warm growing season and low humidity in late flower
• Large planting containers or in-ground beds with amended, well-draining soil
• Starting plants early indoors (February–March in the Northern Hemisphere) to maximize veg time
• Selecting strains suited to your specific climate — mold-resistant in humid regions, heat-tolerant in hot climates
• Regular training throughout the long veg season to develop a multi-cola canopy

Top 10 Highest-Yielding Cannabis Strains for 2026

These are the highest yielding strains that have consistently delivered results for growers across multiple seasons. Yield figures represent realistic well-managed grows, not theoretical maximums.

1. Big Bud

Indoor Yield: 600–750g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 900g–1.5kg per plant | Flowering Time: 55–65 days | Difficulty: Beginner-Intermediate | Effects: Relaxing, body-heavy, moderate THC (16–19%)

Big Bud is the benchmark strain for raw indoor weight. Bred specifically for maximum bud production, it develops enormous, dense colas on short, sturdy laterals that support heavy flower weight without staking. The strain is beginner-accessible because it is tolerant of minor feed fluctuations and does not require complex training to produce well. SCROG or LST will push yields to the top of its range. Buds are tight, resinous, and harvest-ready with an indica-dominant relaxing effect profile.

Grow Tip: Maintain low humidity (45–50%) during late flower to prevent bud rot in dense colas. Support main branches with stakes from week 5 of flower onward.

2. Critical Mass

Indoor Yield: 600–800g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 1–2kg per plant | Flowering Time: 50–60 days | Difficulty: Beginner | Effects: Sedating, full-body relaxation, 18–22% THC

Critical Mass is one of the most dependable big yield weed seeds in existence. A cross between Afghani and Skunk #1, it combines a short flowering time with near-absurd bud production. Colas grow so heavy that branch support is practically required — a problem every grower wants to have. It finishes faster than most high-yield strains, making it ideal for growers who run multiple cycles per year. Resin production is substantial for a yield-focused variety.

Grow Tip: Harvest slightly early if you want a more cerebral effect; this strain can get quite sedating when fully mature. Humidity control is essential — dense buds combined with high humidity is a recipe for botrytis.

3. Blue Dream

Indoor Yield: 550–700g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 700g–1.5kg per plant | Flowering Time: 65–70 days | Difficulty: Beginner | Effects: Balanced, creative, euphoric, 18–21% THC

Blue Dream is one of the most grown strains in North America for good reason — it combines high yield with exceptional bag appeal and a crowd-pleasing effect profile. A Blueberry x Haze cross, it grows tall with vigorous branching that responds exceptionally well to topping and LST. Outdoor plants in a full-season climate can become enormous, regularly exceeding a kilogram per plant. The sativa-dominant effect profile makes it one of the best daytime high-yield options available.

Grow Tip: Blue Dream stretches significantly in early flower — expect plants to nearly double in height. Top early in veg and use LST to manage canopy height in indoor grows.

4. Amnesia Haze

Indoor Yield: 600–750g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 700g–1.2kg per plant | Flowering Time: 70–80 days | Difficulty: Intermediate | Effects: Energetic, cerebral, uplifting, 20–24% THC

Amnesia Haze is a multiple Cannabis Cup winner that delivers premium-quality yield at scale. The longer flowering time is the tradeoff for its complex terpene profile and high THC ceiling. It requires more environmental management than shorter-flowering varieties — temperature swings and humidity fluctuations show up quickly in this strain. Growers who dial in the environment are rewarded with dense, heavily frosted buds and some of the best-quality flower a high-yielding strain produces.

Grow Tip: Give Amnesia Haze a longer veg period than most strains — 5–6 weeks minimum in a 4×4. The additional veg time is paid back many times over in final yield.

5. Super Silver Haze

Indoor Yield: 550–700g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 700g–1.2kg per plant | Flowering Time: 65–75 days | Difficulty: Intermediate | Effects: Energetic, focused, uplifting, 18–22% THC

Super Silver Haze took first place at the High Times Cannabis Cup three years in a row and remains a production powerhouse. A three-way cross of Skunk, Northern Lights, and Haze, it brings together the yield genetics of its indica heritage with the potency and terpene complexity of Haze. SCROG is the preferred training method, as its natural stretch and branch structure fill a net canopy exceptionally well. Outdoors, it thrives in warm, dry climates.

Grow Tip: Super Silver Haze is a heavy feeder. Run EC at the top of recommended ranges during weeks 4–7 of flower, and consider a PK boost in weeks 5–6 for maximum bud density.

6. White Widow

Indoor Yield: 450–600g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 500g–900g per plant | Flowering Time: 55–65 days | Difficulty: Beginner | Effects: Balanced, energetic then relaxing, 18–22% THC

White Widow is one of the most reliable high-yield cannabis seeds ever produced. It forgives beginner errors, finishes quickly, and produces dense, resin-coated buds with a balanced hybrid effect profile. While its raw gram count sits slightly below the true heavyweights on this list, the combination of fast finish, ease of cultivation, and exceptional quality makes it a permanent fixture in the gardens of growers at every experience level. It is also one of the most versatile strains for different training methods.

Grow Tip: White Widow’s short stature makes it ideal for SOG (sea of green) setups with multiple plants per square metre rather than a single large trained plant.

7. Northern Lights

Indoor Yield: 450–600g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 600g–1kg per plant | Flowering Time: 45–55 days | Difficulty: Beginner | Effects: Deeply relaxing, sedating, classic indica, 18–21% THC

Northern Lights is legendary for a reason. Among the fastest-finishing high-yield photoperiod strains available, it can complete flower in under 50 days in some phenos, making it the strain of choice for growers who want to run four cycles per year in the same space. Compact, odour-controlled by cannabis standards, and resistant to mold and pests, it is the most forgiving strain on this list. Pure indica genetics deliver a dense bud structure that packs serious weight into a short flower window.

Grow Tip: Northern Lights is so compact and fast that you can run it as a SOG with 6–9 plants per m2, each with a single main cola. This approach maximizes total yield per square metre per year.

8. Green Gelato

Indoor Yield: 600–800g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 1–2kg per plant | Flowering Time: 60–65 days | Difficulty: Intermediate | Effects: Euphoric, balanced, creative, 25–27% THC

Green Gelato is the modern high-yield standard — one of the few strains that combines premium THC levels above 25% with commercial-grade yield potential. A cross of Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint GSC, it grows with vigorous branching and responds extremely well to training. The dense, frosted buds carry exceptional market value, making this the top choice for growers who want both quantity and quality in the same genetic package. Outdoor plants in a long season can become monsters.

Grow Tip: Green Gelato is a heavy phosphorus consumer in late flower. Add a quality bloom booster in weeks 5–7 and flush only in the final week. Expect intense frost development in the last two weeks before harvest.

9. Gorilla Glue (GG4)

Indoor Yield: 550–700g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 700g–1.2kg per plant | Flowering Time: 56–63 days | Difficulty: Beginner-Intermediate | Effects: Heavy, euphoric, full-body, 25–28% THC

Gorilla Glue #4 is one of the most decorated strains in modern cannabis history, known for producing buds so resinous that scissors stick together during trimming. Beyond the legendary resin content, it is a genuine high-yield performer that responds well to all major training methods. The plant structure is strong with stiff branching that supports heavy flower without collapsing. Growers consistently report high-end yield alongside top-shelf quality — the combination that makes Gorilla Glue seeds worth every cent.

Grow Tip: GG4 can get nitrogen-hungry early in flower. Watch for slight yellowing of lower fan leaves in weeks 2–3 of flower and adjust feed accordingly. Do not flush aggressively — this strain benefits from a feed right up to the final week.

10. Bruce Banner

Indoor Yield: 550–700g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 700g–1.5kg per plant | Flowering Time: 60–70 days | Difficulty: Intermediate | Effects: Potent, euphoric, creative, 25–30% THC

Bruce Banner is the highest-THC strain on this list and one of the most potent commercially available genetics in 2026. Named after the Hulk’s alter ego for its incredible strength, it combines massive THC production with above-average yield. An OG Kush x Strawberry Diesel cross, it grows tall with vigorous branching and a pronounced stretch in early flower. Growers who have grown both Bruce Banner and GG4 often report similar yields with Bruce Banner pushing the quality ceiling higher due to its exceptional terpene and cannabinoid production.

Grow Tip: Bruce Banner is best grown with at least 6 weeks of veg time to develop the branching structure needed to maximize its yield potential. Top twice and use LST to keep the canopy even before flipping to flower.

Best High-Yield Autoflower Strains

The best yielding autoflower varieties in 2026 are capable of yields that would have been considered impossible for autoflowering genetics just a decade ago. Advances in breeding have produced autos that hit 500g/m2 indoors and produce 150–250g per plant outdoors in a single season — sometimes two seasons in climates where photoperiod varieties can only complete one cycle. For growers who want speed, simplicity, and solid production, these are the top five.

Auto Ultimate

Indoor Yield: 500–650g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 150–250g per plant | Seed to Harvest: 75–85 days | Effects: Balanced, relaxing, 20–23% THC

Auto Ultimate is consistently rated as one of the highest-producing autoflowering strains available. It grows larger than most autos, which contributes to its exceptional yield. Give it a 7-gallon container and a full-power LED, and it will deliver genuine photoperiod-competing numbers in under 85 days from germination. The balanced effect profile and strong resin production make it a commercial-quality auto.

Critical Auto

Indoor Yield: 450–550g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 130–200g per plant | Seed to Harvest: 55–65 days | Effects: Relaxing, body-heavy, 17–20% THC

Critical Auto is the autoflowering version of the photoperiod powerhouse Critical Mass. It inherits the fast finish and heavy bud production of its parent while adding the seed-to-harvest simplicity of ruderalis genetics. At 55–65 days total, it is one of the fastest autoflowers on this list while still delivering yields that compete with many standard autos. Ideal for growers who run three or more auto cycles per year per grow space.

Big Bud Auto

Indoor Yield: 400–500g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 100–180g per plant | Seed to Harvest: 65–75 days | Effects: Relaxing, heavy, 17–19% THC

Big Bud Auto brings the enormous cola production of the original Big Bud into an autoflowering package. While its numbers are slightly lower than Auto Ultimate due to its smaller overall size, the density and structure of its buds are exceptional — thick, compact colas that dry heavier than they look. A strong choice for growers who want an easy, high-producing auto with proven genetics behind it.

Amnesia Haze Auto

Indoor Yield: 400–500g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 100–170g per plant | Seed to Harvest: 70–80 days | Effects: Energetic, cerebral, 20–22% THC

The autoflowering version of the multiple-award-winning Amnesia Haze brings the strain’s characteristic energetic, cerebral high into an automatic format. It takes slightly longer than other autos on this list to finish, but the quality of the final product justifies the extra week or two. Terpene production is exceptional for an autoflower, with the citrus and earthy Haze terpene profile coming through clearly even under artificial lighting.

Girl Scout Cookies Auto

Indoor Yield: 400–500g/m2 | Outdoor Yield: 100–160g per plant | Seed to Harvest: 65–75 days | Effects: Euphoric, creative, balanced, 20–24% THC

GSC Auto delivers the famous sweet, earthy cookie flavour profile and well-balanced euphoric effect in an automatic package. It is one of the more potent autos available at up to 24% THC, with a bag appeal that rivals many photoperiod varieties. For growers who want a premium-quality, high-THC autoflower that still delivers solid production numbers, Girl Scout Cookies Auto is one of the best options on the market in 2026.

Training Techniques to Maximize Yield

Genetics determine the ceiling; training determines how close you get to it. These are the most effective techniques for maximizing yield from high yield cannabis seeds.

LST — Low-Stress Training

LST involves bending and tying branches outward and downward to expose more bud sites to direct light. It does not damage the plant and can be applied throughout veg and early flower. LST is the recommended technique for autoflowers and beginner growers. Yield improvement over untrained plants: 20–35%.

Topping and FIMming

Topping removes the apical tip of the main stem, splitting growth into two equal colas. FIMming (pinching approximately 75% of the new growth tip) produces four colas from a single top. Both techniques increase the number of main flowering sites and are typically combined with LST for maximum effect. Applied once or twice in veg, topping can increase yield by 25–40% compared to untrained plants. Note: do not top autoflowers unless you have experience — the recovery period is too long relative to the auto’s short life cycle.

SCROG — Screen of Green

SCROG involves weaving branches through a horizontal net placed 20–30cm above the canopy. As the plant grows, new shoots are tucked below the net until it is 70–80% full, then the plant is flipped to flower. SCROG produces an exceptionally even canopy that maximizes light efficiency across the entire footprint. Best suited to one or two large trained plants per square metre. Yield improvement: 30–50% over untrained plants in the same space.

SOG — Sea of Green

SOG flips the formula — instead of one large trained plant, you grow many small plants with a single main cola each. Plants are flipped to flower very early (1–2 weeks after transplant), and the dense canopy of single colas creates an efficient production system. SOG cycles are faster and produce consistent results with minimal training effort. Ideal for compact strains like Northern Lights and White Widow. Best for growers in jurisdictions without strict plant count limits.

Mainlining

Mainlining creates a symmetrical plant structure with an equal number of main colas (typically 8 or 16) by combining topping and LST in a systematic way. It requires more veg time than other methods but produces plants with perfectly even canopies that absorb light with near-perfect efficiency. Mainlined plants under a high-output LED routinely deliver yields at the top of a strain’s stated range. Best for experienced growers willing to invest additional veg time for maximum results.

Nutrients and Feeding for Maximum Yield

High-yield cannabis strains are aggressive feeders — particularly during the last four to six weeks of flower when they are actively stacking bud weight. Running light on nutrients during this window is one of the most common and costly mistakes home growers make.

• Vegetative stage: Nitrogen-dominant base feed at moderate EC (1.4–1.8 for soil, 1.8–2.2 for coco/hydro). Avoid overfeeding in veg — excess nitrogen in early flower is harder to correct than a deficiency.
• Early flower (weeks 1–3): Transition from nitrogen-dominant to balanced feed. Introduce a quality bloom base and begin reducing nitrogen while increasing phosphorus and potassium.
• Mid flower (weeks 4–6): Maximum feed demand. Run EC at 2.2–2.8 for coco/hydro. Add a PK booster (phosphorus and potassium supplement) to support bud bulking. Maintain calcium and magnesium at 150–200 ppm throughout.
• Late flower (weeks 7–harvest): Maintain high PK, taper nitrogen to near zero. Some growers use a final week flush; others feed to the last day in coco and hydro — both approaches can work depending on your medium and base nutrients.
• CO2 supplementation: At light intensities above 800 µmol/m2/s, CO2 supplementation to 1,200–1,500 ppm can increase yield by 15–25%. This is the single highest-return environmental upgrade available in a dialled-in grow, but it requires tight environmental control to achieve full benefit.

Common Yield Killers

Every gram lost is a gram you paid for in seeds, nutrients, electricity, and time. These are the most common factors that silently destroy yield potential:

• Light leaks: Any light entering the grow space during the dark period disrupts the photoperiod cycle and can cause hermaphroditism or re-vegetation. Check your tent thoroughly with a flashlight in a dark room. Even small pinhole leaks matter.
• Overwatering: The single most common beginner mistake. Waterlogged root zones starve roots of oxygen, dramatically slow growth, and create conditions for root rot. Water only when the top inch of medium is dry and pots feel noticeably lighter.
• Harvesting too early: Up to 25% of a bud’s final weight and potency develops in the last two weeks before peak maturity. Use a loupe or digital microscope to check trichome colour — harvest when 70–80% of trichomes are milky white with a small percentage turning amber, depending on your effect preference.
• Poor genetics: Unstable or low-quality seeds cannot be trained or fed into high-yield results. Buying from a reputable seed bank with verified genetics is a non-negotiable starting point for any serious yield-focused grow.
• Overcrowding: Plants competing for light and airflow produce less overall than the same number grown with adequate space. Know the footprint your strain needs and plan your grow accordingly.
• Ignoring pH: Nutrient uptake is pH-dependent. In soil, maintain root zone pH at 6.2–6.8. In coco or hydro, target 5.8–6.2. A pH consistently outside these ranges will create lockout symptoms regardless of how much feed you apply.

Realistic Expectations by Setup

Matching expectations to your actual setup prevents disappointment and helps you make the right strain choice for your specific situation.

These figures assume quality genetics and competent execution. A first-time grower using a trained eye, quality seeds, and a good nutrient line should fall in the middle of these ranges. Experienced growers who have dialled in their specific setup can consistently hit the top of each range with the right strain selection.

Get Maximum Yields From Quality Genetics

Every technique in this guide — the training methods, the feeding strategy, the environmental precision — is built on a single foundation: the quality of your genetics. You cannot train a low-yield strain into a high-yield performer. But you can take a genuinely high-yield strain and, with the knowledge in this guide, consistently push it to the top of its potential every single run.

At The Seed Pharm, every strain in our high-yield collection is sourced from breeders who have done the selection work necessary to stabilize and maximize yield genetics. Our feminized seeds are tested for consistency so you are not gambling on phenotype variance run to run. Whether you are looking for the proven classics like Big Bud and Critical Mass, the modern premium performers like Green Gelato and Bruce Banner, or the best yielding autoflower genetics available in 2026 — the selection is there, ready to ship to Canada and beyond.

If you are serious about maximum harvest cannabis, start with genetics that are built for it. Browse the high-yield feminized collection and the autoflower selection at The Seed Pharm and find the strain that matches your setup, your experience level, and your target yield. The difference between an average harvest and an exceptional one starts with the seed in your hand.

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The easiest cannabis strains to grow share a set of traits that make them genuinely forgiving — they bounce back from overwatering, shrug off minor nutrient mistakes, resist common molds and pests, and still produce satisfying yields even when conditions are less than perfect. These are not dumbed-down strains. Northern Lights, Blue Dream, White Widow — these are legends of the cannabis world. They just happen to also be exceptionally beginner-friendly.

This guide is going to walk you through exactly what to look for in a beginner strain, why autoflowers deserve serious consideration for your first run, and a detailed breakdown of the ten easiest strains to grow that are available right now at The Seed Pharm. By the time you finish reading, you will have a clear picture of which strain fits your setup, your goals, and your experience level. Let’s get growing.

What Makes a Strain “Easy to Grow”?

Not all cannabis strains are created equal when it comes to ease of cultivation. Some strains — particularly many landrace sativas — require precise environmental control, long vegetative periods, and careful nutrient management. They can be stunning, but they are not where you want to start. An easy-to-grow strain has a specific set of characteristics that separate it from the high-maintenance varieties. Here is what to look for:

• Resistance to mold and pests: Strains with dense indica bud structure and thin leaf profiles are more vulnerable to botrytis and powdery mildew. The best beginner strains have genetics that naturally resist these common threats, giving you a buffer when humidity gets out of control.
• Forgiveness of watering mistakes: Overwatering is the number one mistake first-time growers make. Beginner-friendly strains have robust root systems and recover quickly from both overwatering and brief dry spells. They do not throw a tantrum every time you get the schedule slightly off.
• Stable, consistent genetics: Strains with many generations of selective breeding behind them behave predictably. You know what to expect. Phenotype variation is low, so all your plants in the same batch grow similarly — making your life considerably easier when managing a tent or grow room.
• Short to moderate flowering time: Strains that flower in 7 to 9 weeks get you to harvest faster, which means less time for things to go wrong. Longer flowering strains give mistakes more time to compound.
• Tolerance for nutrient variation: Heavy-feeding strains punish you hard for going even slightly over on nutrients. Beginner-friendly strains are not nutrient hogs — they grow well on moderate feeding and do not immediately tip burn or lock out when you make a small error on the formula.

When a strain checks most of these boxes, it is genuinely forgiving. You can make the mistakes that every first-time grower makes and still pull a respectable harvest. That is what we are aiming for.

Autoflower vs Photoperiod for Beginners

One of the first decisions you will make as a new grower is whether to go with autoflowering seeds or photoperiod seeds. Both have their place, and understanding the difference will help you pick the right path for your situation.

Autoflowering strains switch from vegetative growth to flowering automatically based on age — typically around 3 to 4 weeks from germination — regardless of the light schedule they receive. This is a massive advantage for beginners for several reasons. You do not need to worry about switching your lights from an 18/6 schedule to a 12/12 schedule to trigger flowering. You also do not need to worry about light leaks interrupting the dark period, which can cause photoperiod plants to re-veg or even go hermaphrodite. Autoflowers are also significantly faster from seed to harvest — most finish in 70 to 90 days total — which means you get to learn from your first grow and apply those lessons to your second grow much sooner. They tend to stay shorter and more compact as well, which suits indoor grows with limited vertical space.

The trade-off is that autoflowers cannot be trained as aggressively as photoperiods, and because they are on a fixed timer you cannot extend the vegetative period to recover from mistakes. If a seedling gets stunted in week two, that growth time is gone. Still, for most beginners, autoflowers are the right choice.

Photoperiod strains give you more control. If a plant gets stressed or damaged, you can keep it in vegetative growth for as long as you need by maintaining an 18/6 or 20/4 light schedule. This makes them actually quite forgiving in a different way — you have time to fix problems before they affect the flowering stage. Photoperiods also tend to produce larger yields than autoflowers, particularly in outdoor settings. If you are growing outdoors and you are fine letting nature control the light cycle, photoperiod strains are a very reasonable choice for beginners. Several of the strains on this list are available in both versions.

The 10 Easiest Cannabis Strains for First-Time Growers

Every strain on this list has been selected because it performs well in the hands of a beginner. These are plants that want to grow. They are resilient, consistent, and rewarding. Here is the full breakdown.

1. Northern Lights

Difficulty Rating: 1/5 (Beginner)
Flowering Time: 7 to 8 weeks
Yield Potential: 450 to 550g/m² indoors | 600g+ per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both, excels indoors

Northern Lights is the classic beginner strain for very good reason. It has been refined through decades of selective breeding and the result is a plant with rock-solid stability. Northern Lights is almost entirely indica in structure — short, bushy, easy to manage in a small grow space. It is highly resistant to mold and pests, handles fluctuations in temperature and humidity without complaint, and responds well to even basic nutrient programs. The odor is relatively mild compared to many modern strains, which is a practical consideration for anyone growing with some need for discretion. Effects are deeply relaxing and sedating, with an earthy, sweet pine flavor. This is the strain that has introduced more people to successful home growing than almost any other variety in existence. If you are unsure where to start, start here.

2. Blue Dream

Difficulty Rating: 1/5 (Beginner)
Flowering Time: 9 to 10 weeks
Yield Potential: 500 to 600g/m² indoors | 600g+ per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both, thrives outdoors

Blue Dream is an absolute powerhouse of a plant. A cross between Blueberry and Haze, it brings vigor and resilience that is hard to match. It grows fast, stretches confidently, and produces heavy yields with relatively low input. Blue Dream is exceptionally resistant to common pests and molds, and it has a wide tolerance band for both temperature and nutrients. The sativa-leaning structure means it gets tall — you may need to top or train it indoors — but it responds very well to basic LST (low stress training) and recovers quickly from any training mistakes. The flavor is unmistakable: sweet blueberry and berry notes with a light citrus undertone. Effects are uplifting and creative with a comfortable body relaxation underneath. One of the most popular strains in North America for very good reason.

3. White Widow

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy)
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Yield Potential: 450 to 500g/m² indoors | 500g per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both

White Widow has been a staple of the cannabis world since the early 1990s and has remained relevant because it simply works. The genetics are exceptionally stable — you will see very little variation between plants — and the plant itself is compact, manageable, and resilient. White Widow does not demand heavy feeding, tolerates minor pH swings better than most, and finishes in a reliable 8 to 9 week window. The buds are famously coated in white trichomes, which is where the name comes from and which signals a potent, well-rounded effect. Flavor is earthy and woody with a sharp, fuel-like finish. For a beginner who wants proven genetics with a long track record of success, White Widow is an almost foolproof choice.

4. Green Crack

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy)
Flowering Time: 7 to 8 weeks
Yield Potential: 400 to 500g/m² indoors | 500g per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both

Green Crack is one of the fastest-flowering strains on this list, and that speed is a genuine advantage for a beginner. Less time in flower means less time for problems to develop. The plant is compact and manageable, grows in a classic indica-influenced bush structure, and responds well to basic training. It is not particularly demanding on nutrients — a simple base feeding program is sufficient — and it handles humidity variation without throwing deficiencies. The name might raise an eyebrow or two but the experience is all about sharp mental clarity, focused energy, and a tropical, mango-citrus flavor that is genuinely delicious. Fast, easy, and a pleasure to consume — Green Crack earns its spot on any beginner list.

5. AK-47

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy)
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Yield Potential: 400 to 500g/m² indoors | 500g per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both

Despite the aggressive name, AK-47 is one of the most laid-back plants you can grow. This multi-award-winning strain has genetics from four different landraces — Colombian, Mexican, Thai, and Afghani — which gives it a broad genetic base and the kind of hybrid vigor that translates directly into resilience. AK-47 is consistent, predictable, and produces dense, resinous buds that smell of earth, sandalwood, and a hint of sweetness. It is not a heavy feeder, manages well in a variety of environments, and produces reliable yields without requiring any advanced technique. The effect is a long-lasting, mellow high that keeps you clear-headed without sedating you — a great all-day strain. Beginners who choose AK-47 are almost always happy with the result.

6. Gorilla Glue #4

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy)
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Yield Potential: 500 to 600g/m² indoors | 600g per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both

Gorilla Glue #4 — officially known as GG4 — is one of the most resin-saturated strains ever developed. The plant is incredibly tough. It handles environmental stress remarkably well, resists most common pests, and produces enormous yields of chunky, sticky buds that are practically dripping in trichomes. GG4 can grow quite tall and vigorous, so a bit of training helps manage its structure indoors, but it responds very well to topping and LST and the extra effort pays off in yield. Flavor is chocolate, coffee, and diesel — a complex, pungent profile. Effects are powerfully relaxing and euphoric. For beginners who want bragging rights on their first harvest, GG4 delivers. The genetics are forgiving enough that even imperfect technique produces impressive results.

7. Critical Mass

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy, with one caveat)
Flowering Time: 6 to 8 weeks
Yield Potential: 600 to 750g/m² indoors | 1kg+ per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both, outstanding outdoors

Critical Mass lives up to its name in the yield department — this is one of the highest-producing strains a beginner can choose. Flowering time is among the shortest on this list, which gets you to harvest fast, and the plant is extremely easy to grow in terms of nutrient and environmental management. The one caveat worth mentioning: the buds get so dense and so heavy that in high-humidity conditions they can be susceptible to bud rot near harvest. Keep airflow strong in the final weeks, manage your humidity, and you will have no issues at all. The reward for that small amount of attention is staggering — thick, dense, incredibly fragrant buds with a sweet, earthy, citrus profile and a deeply relaxing effect that is perfect for evening use.

8. Amnesia Haze Auto

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy)
Flowering Time: 70 to 80 days seed to harvest (auto)
Yield Potential: 350 to 450g/m² indoors | 100 to 150g per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both

Amnesia Haze Auto takes the classic, award-winning Amnesia Haze and packages it in an autoflowering format that is genuinely accessible to first-time growers. The original Amnesia Haze is a long-flowering sativa that demands experience — the auto version removes that complexity entirely while preserving much of the flavor and effect profile. You get the lemon, citrus, and earthy haze notes, the energetic and creative cerebral effect, and the novelty of growing a world-famous strain — all without the complexity of managing a long photoperiod grow. Yields are solid for an auto, and the plant stays compact and manageable. If you are attracted to sativa-leaning effects and want an autoflower experience, Amnesia Haze Auto is an excellent entry point.

9. Girl Scout Cookies Auto

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy)
Flowering Time: 70 to 80 days seed to harvest (auto)
Yield Potential: 350 to 450g/m² indoors | 100 to 150g per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both

Girl Scout Cookies — GSC — is one of the most iconic strains of the modern era. The autoflowering version makes those legendary genetics available to beginners who do not yet want to manage a photoperiod grow. GSC Auto grows compact and sturdy, finishes in a comfortable 70 to 80 day window from germination, and produces dense, colorful buds with a complex flavor profile of sweet vanilla, mint, and baked goods — it genuinely does smell like a cookie. Effects are balanced and potent, offering both euphoria and deep body relaxation. The auto genetics are well-stabilized, meaning plants behave predictably and do not require advanced growing knowledge. This is a strain that lets you feel like you know what you are doing even on your very first run.

10. Blueberry

Difficulty Rating: 2/5 (Easy)
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Yield Potential: 400 to 500g/m² indoors | 500g per plant outdoors
Indoor/Outdoor: Both

Blueberry is old-school genetics in the best possible sense. Developed by DJ Short in the late 1970s and refined over the following decades, it is one of the most thoroughly tested and stable strains in the world. The plant is compact, indica-dominant, and extremely tolerant of beginner mistakes. It handles temperature drops particularly well and actually develops stunning purple and blue hues in cooler late-flower conditions — making it one of the most visually rewarding strains to grow. Flavor is exactly what you would expect: intensely sweet, fresh blueberry with a creamy undertone. Effects are relaxing, euphoric, and long-lasting. Blueberry is proof that good genetics do not need to be complicated. It has been making new growers look good for over 40 years.

Indoor vs Outdoor — Which Is Easier for Beginners?

This is one of the most common questions new growers have, and the honest answer is: it depends on your situation. Neither is universally “easier” — each comes with its own set of advantages and considerations.

Indoor growing gives you complete environmental control. You set the temperature, humidity, light schedule, and airflow. You can catch problems early because you are right there with your plants. Pests and outdoor pathogens are not an issue if your grow space is kept clean. The downside is cost — a proper indoor setup requires lights, ventilation, growing medium, and ongoing electricity costs. For a beginner with a modest budget, indoor growing is very achievable with a basic tent setup, but it requires some upfront investment and a willingness to monitor conditions regularly.

Outdoor growing uses free sunlight, natural airflow, and often allows for larger plants with bigger yields — particularly with photoperiod strains. If you have access to a private outdoor space in a legal jurisdiction, outdoor growing is remarkably hands-off once the plants are established. Nature handles the light schedule for photoperiod plants, and many of the strains on this list are genuinely tough enough to handle varying weather conditions. The challenges outdoors are pest pressure, weather events, and the need for more planning around the natural growing season.

Our recommendation: if you are in a warm climate with a private outdoor space, start outdoors with a photoperiod strain like Northern Lights, Blue Dream, or White Widow — planted after your last frost date. If you are growing indoors or in a challenging climate, start with an autoflower like Amnesia Haze Auto or Girl Scout Cookies Auto. Autoflowers are less dependent on perfect conditions and finish faster, giving you a complete first grow experience in a shorter window.

Essential Tips for Your First Grow

The right strain gets you most of the way there. The rest comes down to a handful of fundamentals that experienced growers wish someone had told them at the start.

• Do not overwater. This is the most common beginner mistake by a wide margin. Cannabis roots need oxygen as much as they need water. Let the top inch or two of your growing medium dry out between watering sessions. If the pot feels light when you lift it, it is ready to water. If it still feels heavy, wait.
• Do not over-feed. Nutrient deficiencies look alarming but they are almost always recoverable. Nutrient burn from over-feeding is more damaging and harder to correct. Start at half the recommended dose on your nutrient package, watch how your plants respond, and increase gradually if they show signs of needing more.
• Good genetics matter more than anything else. Buying cheap seeds from an unreliable source is the fastest way to ruin a first grow. Quality, stable genetics from a reputable seed bank give you a foundation that nothing else can substitute for. Your strain selection is the most important decision you will make.
• Keep it simple. Beginners who succeed are the ones who resist the urge to complicate things. One growing medium, one nutrient line, one strain per grow if possible. Master the basics before adding variables.
• Track your grow. Keep a simple journal — date, watering amounts, pH readings, any observations about plant health. When something goes wrong (and something always does on a first grow), your notes will tell you exactly when and where the problem started, making it vastly easier to diagnose and fix.

Common First-Grow Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Knowing what not to do is just as valuable as knowing what to do. Here are the mistakes that cost most beginners their first harvest — and how to sidestep them entirely.

• Overwatering: Already mentioned, but worth repeating. More plants are killed by overwatering than by any other single cause. When in doubt, wait another day before watering.
• Wrong pH: Cannabis has a specific pH range in which it can absorb nutrients — approximately 6.0 to 7.0 in soil, 5.5 to 6.5 in coco or hydro. Outside of that range, nutrients become unavailable at the root zone regardless of how much you add. A cheap pH meter and calibration solution is a small investment that prevents a huge amount of frustration.
• Too many nutrients: Related to over-feeding, but specifically about adding too many different products at once. Pick one nutrient line and follow it. Do not add ten different additives to your feed water as a beginner — you will not know which one caused a problem when something goes wrong.
• Harvesting too early: First-time growers get impatient — that is completely understandable. But harvesting before trichomes have fully matured means less potency, less flavor, and less of everything you grew for. Invest in a jeweler’s loupe or a basic digital microscope and learn to read trichome color. Harvest when the majority are milky white to amber, not clear.
• Starting with poor genetics: There is no way to grow a great harvest from bad seeds. Unstable genetics produce unpredictable plants, weak plants that are more susceptible to stress, and disappointing yields. The seed is where the entire potential of your harvest lives. Do not cut corners here.

Start Your First Grow the Right Way

Every experienced grower you have ever admired had a first grow. They made mistakes, they learned, and they came back for the next run with more knowledge and more confidence. The single biggest factor that separated the growers who stuck with it from the ones who gave up was their starting genetics.

At The Seed Pharm, we stock a curated selection of the world’s most reliable beginner cannabis seeds — including every strain on this list. Our seeds come from trusted breeders with verifiable genetics, strong germination rates, and the kind of stability that makes first-time growing genuinely enjoyable rather than stressful. Whether you are drawn to the classic resilience of Northern Lights, the legendary yields of Critical Mass, or the autoflower convenience of Girl Scout Cookies Auto, we have the right seed for your first grow.

Browse our beginner seed collection at The Seed Pharm and find the strain that fits your setup, your goals, and your growing environment. Your first harvest is closer than you think — and it starts with the right seed.

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The debate around autoflower vs photoperiod has never been more relevant than it is today. Autoflowering genetics have come an enormous distance from the wispy, low-potency plants of the early 2000s. Modern autos are fast, potent, and surprisingly productive. At the same time, photoperiod strains remain the gold standard for maximizing yield and working with clones and mother plants. Neither type is universally better — but one of them is definitively better for your specific situation.

This guide breaks down every meaningful difference between autoflower and photoperiod cannabis seeds, from growth timeline and yield potential to training techniques and cost efficiency. By the end, you will know exactly which path makes sense for your space, your skill level, and your goals.

What Are Photoperiod Seeds?

Photoperiod cannabis strains are what most people think of when they picture a cannabis grow. These plants follow the natural rhythm of the sun — or your grow lights — and only transition from vegetative growth into flowering when they detect a shift in the light cycle. Specifically, photoperiod plants require approximately 12 hours of uninterrupted darkness per 24-hour period before they begin producing flowers. This is known as the 12/12 light trigger.

What this means in practice is that you, the grower, control when flowering starts. During the vegetative phase, most indoor growers run an 18-hour light and 6-hour dark schedule (18/6), which keeps the plant in a state of active growth indefinitely. You can veg a photoperiod plant for two weeks or two months — the choice is yours. This flexibility is arguably the most powerful feature of photoperiod genetics. A longer vegetative period means a bigger plant structure, which typically translates directly into larger harvests.

Once you flip to 12/12, the plant begins flowering and will continue until it finishes, usually 8 to 12 weeks depending on the strain. Total time from seed to harvest typically falls between 4 and 6 months indoors, and outdoor photoperiod plants follow the natural shortening of days in late summer and autumn, usually finishing between September and November depending on your climate and latitude.

Photoperiod plants also support cloning. You can take a cutting from a healthy mother plant and root it, producing a genetically identical clone that will grow and flower on the same schedule. This is enormously valuable for preserving exceptional phenotypes and maintaining consistent production without buying new seeds for every cycle.

• Light trigger required to flower: 12 hours darkness per day
• Vegetative phase duration: fully grower-controlled
• Total cycle: 4 to 6 months (seed to harvest)
• Cloning: fully supported
• Typical indoor yield: 400 to 600+ grams per square meter
• THC potential: up to 28% or higher in premium genetics

What Are Autoflower Seeds?

Autoflowering cannabis strains carry genetics from Cannabis ruderalis, a subspecies native to Central Asia and Eastern Europe that evolved in regions with extreme seasonal variation and very short summers. To survive, ruderalis developed the ability to flower based on age rather than light cycle. Modern autoflower strains are the result of crossing ruderalis genetics with high-quality indica and sativa lines, producing plants that retain the automatic flowering trait while achieving genuinely impressive potency and yield.

An autoflower plant will begin flowering automatically, typically 3 to 5 weeks after germination, regardless of how many hours of light it receives per day. This eliminates the need to manage light schedules for triggering — you can run the same light cycle from seed to harvest, and the plant handles the rest. Most growers running autos choose between an 18/6, 20/4, or even 24/0 (lights always on) schedule to maximize growth speed and energy input during the plant’s short life.

The trade-off is size and, to some extent, yield per plant. Autoflowers are compact by nature, rarely exceeding 60 to 100 centimeters indoors, though some newer XL auto varieties push past that. Because they cannot be vegged indefinitely, you cannot compensate for slow growth or recover from major stress events the way you can with a photoperiod plant. Total lifecycle from seed to harvest runs between 8 and 12 weeks — which is genuinely remarkable compared to photos.

• Flowers automatically based on age, not light cycle
• Total lifecycle: 8 to 12 weeks seed to harvest
• Typical height: 40 to 100 cm indoors
• Cloning: not practical (plant ages out before clone establishes)
• Typical yield: 50 to 200 grams per plant
• THC: 15% to 26%+ in modern premium autos

Autoflower vs Photoperiod — Full Comparison

Now that you understand the fundamentals of each type, let’s put them directly side by side across the categories that matter most to real growers.

Growth Timeline

This is where autoflowers win outright. A well-run auto can go from germination to dried, cured flower in 8 to 10 weeks. Most photoperiod grows take a minimum of 4 months, and many experienced growers prefer to veg for 8 to 12 weeks before flipping, pushing the total cycle past 5 months. Outdoors, photoperiod plants planted in May or June typically harvest in October. An autoflower planted in May can harvest in late July, giving you time for one or two more runs before the season closes.

For indoor growers on a tight schedule, or anyone doing outdoor guerrilla grows in northern climates where the growing season is short, this is not a small advantage. It is the entire ballgame.

Yield Potential

Photoperiods still hold the crown for maximum yield per plant. A well-grown photoperiod in a large container, vegged for 8 to 10 weeks and trained properly, can produce 400 to 600 grams per square meter indoors — and individual outdoor monsters can yield a kilogram or more. Modern autoflowers top out around 150 to 200 grams per plant under ideal conditions, with XL varieties occasionally pushing higher.

That said, the yield comparison is not as one-sided as it used to be. When you factor in autoflowers’ shorter cycle, you can run 3 auto cycles in the time it takes to complete one photoperiod grow. If your goal is total grams per year from a given space, autos can absolutely compete. They just require more planning and consistent seed purchasing rather than a perpetual mother plant setup.

Potency

A few years ago, any serious grower would have told you autoflowers were significantly less potent than photoperiods. That is no longer true — at least not categorically. Selective breeding has pushed modern autoflowering genetics to 20% to 26% THC on premium varieties, and some exceptional autos have tested past that. The gap between a top-tier auto and a mid-shelf photoperiod is essentially gone.

Where photoperiods still pull ahead is at the absolute ceiling. The highest-testing strains on the market — the ones pushing 28%, 30%, or beyond — are almost all photoperiod. If maximum potency is your single priority, photos still have the edge. For most growers growing for personal enjoyment or dispensary-level quality, modern autos are entirely competitive.

Difficulty Level

Autoflowers are more forgiving in some ways and less forgiving in others. On the forgiving side: you do not need to manage light schedules, there is no risk of accidentally triggering flowering early or re-vegging, and the shorter lifecycle means mistakes have less time to compound. For beginners learning the basics, autos are an excellent starting point.

The less forgiving aspect is recovery time. If a photoperiod plant takes a hit — root issues, transplant stress, a bug infestation, nutrient lockout — you have weeks or even months to correct course during the vegetative phase. An autoflower running on an 8 to 10 week clock does not give you that runway. Stress events that happen during weeks 2 through 5 can permanently reduce your final yield because the plant moves into flower before it has fully recovered. This is why experienced auto growers treat their plants very gently compared to how they handle photos.

Light Requirements

Photoperiods require strict light management. During veg, you run 18 hours on and 6 hours off. To trigger flowering, you switch to 12 hours on and 12 hours off — and that 12-hour dark period must be truly uninterrupted. Even brief light leaks during the dark period can cause hermaphroditism or prevent flowering from progressing normally. Managing this indoors requires light-tight grow tents or rooms, and it makes running photos and autos in the same space genuinely complicated.

Autoflowers do not care. Run them at 18/6, 20/4, or 24/0 — they will flower regardless. This makes them ideal for setups where controlling the light cycle is difficult, such as shared spaces, outdoor grows with unpredictable light exposure, or growers who simply want one less variable to manage.

Training Techniques

Training is where photoperiods truly shine. Because you control the vegetative phase, you have unlimited time to top, FIM, apply LST (low-stress training), build a SCROG (screen of green) net, or even run monster crop techniques. HST (high-stress training) like topping and heavy defoliation works well with photos because the plant has time to recover and redirect growth energy.

Autoflowers respond best to LST — bending and tying branches down to open the canopy without cutting or stressing the plant. Topping autos is possible but risky, since any recovery time eats into a very short lifecycle. The general rule with autos is: train early, train gently, and do not stop the plant from doing its thing. Most successful auto growers use LST starting in week 2 or 3 and leave it at that.

Cloning

Cloning photoperiod plants is one of the most powerful tools in a grower’s arsenal. Take a cutting from a proven mother plant, root it, and you have a genetic copy ready to grow. You can maintain mother plants for years and produce hundreds of identical plants from a single exceptional phenotype. This is how commercial operations and experienced home growers build consistency and eliminate the lottery element of growing from seed.

Autoflowers cannot be cloned practically. A clone cut from an auto carries the same age as the mother — it will already be on the flowering clock when it roots, giving you a tiny plant with minimal yield. For autos, you grow from seed every time. This is a meaningful ongoing cost if you are running high volumes, but it also means every run has full genetic potential from day one.

Cost Efficiency

Photoperiod seeds are often slightly cheaper per pack than premium autos, and the ability to clone from mother plants eliminates ongoing seed costs entirely once you have established genetics you like. The trade-off is time — a longer cycle means more electricity, more nutrients, and more management hours per harvest.

Autoflowers require new seeds for each run, which adds up over time. However, their faster turnover means lower per-cycle electricity costs and faster return on investment. If your electricity costs are significant, this calculation matters. Multiple auto harvests per year in the same space can outperform a smaller number of photoperiod cycles in terms of total cost per gram depending on your setup.

When to Choose Autoflower Seeds

Autoflowers make the most sense in the following situations:

• Beginners: If you are growing cannabis for the first time, autos simplify the process significantly. No light schedule management, faster results, and a shorter window for mistakes to spiral. You will have flower in your jar within two months and real experience to build on.
• Limited space: Small grow tents, closet grows, and compact setups are well-suited to autoflowers. Their naturally compact stature fits where a full-sized photoperiod plant simply cannot.
• Short outdoor growing seasons: If you live in Canada, Northern Europe, or any high-latitude region where summer is brief, autos let you get a full harvest in before the cold hits. Some northern growers run two auto cycles outdoors between May and September.
• Stealth grows: Smaller plants, faster lifecycle, and no light-dependency make autos ideal for low-profile outdoor grows where discretion matters.
• Multiple harvests per season: Outdoor growers in temperate climates can realistically run two to three auto cycles per season, staggering planting dates to maintain a rolling harvest.
• No separate tent for veg/flower: If you cannot run two separate spaces at different light cycles, autos let you run everything in one space at one consistent light schedule.

When to Choose Photoperiod Seeds

Photoperiods are the right choice when:

• Maximum yield is the priority: If you want the heaviest possible harvest per plant or per square meter, photoperiods with a proper veg period will outperform autos every time at scale.
• You want to clone: Finding an exceptional phenotype and maintaining it as a mother plant is only possible with photoperiods. If you breed or want to lock in proven genetics, photos are non-negotiable.
• You have full environmental control: A properly dialed-in indoor grow with good light-tight tents, quality lighting, and climate control is exactly where photoperiods thrive. You can extract their full genetic potential in a controlled environment.
• You are an experienced grower: Advanced training techniques, long veg periods for massive structure, and the ability to recover from setbacks all favor growers who know what they are doing and want to push yields.
• You are breeding: Creating stable new genetics through controlled crosses requires photoperiod plants that you can keep in veg indefinitely while you select, breed, and stabilize.
• Outdoor large-scale production: A single well-grown outdoor photoperiod plant can produce a kilogram or more. For outdoor growers with space, this efficiency is hard to match with smaller auto plants.

Best Autoflower Strains for 2026

The autoflower market has never been stronger. Here are five of the most sought-after auto strains heading into 2026:

• Bruce Banner Auto — Named after the fictional physicist who turns into the Hulk, this strain lives up to the name. Regularly testing at 24% to 26% THC, Bruce Banner Auto produces dense, resin-coated buds with a diesel and sweet berry nose. Flowering completes in roughly 9 to 10 weeks. A favorite for growers who want auto convenience without sacrificing potency.
• Girl Scout Cookies Auto — One of the most iconic strains of the last decade finally bred into a reliable autoflowering version. GSC Auto delivers the signature earthy, sweet cookie aroma with THC levels pushing toward 22% to 25% in quality phenotypes. Compact plants, excellent bag appeal, and a relaxing yet euphoric high make this a perennial best-seller.
• Northern Lights Auto — A classic indica strain adapted for automatic flowering. Northern Lights Auto is exceptionally mold-resistant, forgiving of cooler temperatures, and finishes fast — often in 8 to 9 weeks. Dense buds, a clean earthy pine flavor, and a deeply relaxing body effect. Ideal for northern outdoor growers and beginners looking for reliable results.
• Green Crack Auto — For sativa lovers who want speed, Green Crack Auto delivers a bright, energizing high with tropical and citrus notes. THC levels typically land around 18% to 22%, and the plant finishes in 7 to 9 weeks. It stays compact but produces impressive bud density for an auto sativa.
• Gorilla Glue Auto — This auto version of the famous GG4 captures the strain’s legendary resin production in a compact, fast-finishing package. Expect trichome-drenched buds with an earthy, pine, and chocolate aroma. THC can reach 24%+. A strong producer for an auto, often yielding 100 to 180 grams per plant under quality lighting.

Best Photoperiod Strains for 2026

If you are going the photoperiod route, these five strains consistently deliver at the highest level:

• Blue Dream — One of the most grown strains in North America for good reason. Blue Dream is a sativa-dominant hybrid that is forgiving for intermediate growers, produces generous yields of 400 to 500 grams per square meter indoors, and delivers a smooth, balanced high with sweet blueberry flavors. Easy to train, consistent, and beloved by both recreational and medicinal users.
• White Widow — A classic Dutch photoperiod strain that has maintained its popularity for decades. White Widow produces thick, crystal-covered buds with a sharp, earthy aroma and a potent, clear-headed high. Indoor yields of 450 to 500 grams per square meter are achievable with proper technique. Resilient and adaptable to a range of growing conditions.
• Super Boof — One of the hottest modern photoperiod strains. Super Boof combines Black Cherry Punch with Tropicana Cookies for an extraordinary flavor profile — tropical fruit, grape, and cream. Yields up to 500+ grams per square meter indoors, THC pushing 25% to 28%, and bag appeal that makes it a consistent winner at competitions and dispensaries alike.
• Gelato 41 — Premium indoor genetics with exceptional bag appeal and flavor. Gelato 41 produces dense, colorful buds in purple, orange, and green, with a dessert-like aroma of sweet cream and citrus. Not the highest-yielding strain in the world, but the quality of the final product justifies it. THC routinely tests above 25%.
• Maui Wowie — For outdoor growers with space, Maui Wowie is a legendary sativa that can reach impressive heights and produce harvests of 700 to 900 grams per plant in the right conditions. A long flowering time (10 to 12 weeks) rewards patient growers with uplifting, tropical flavor and a mood-elevating high that is uniquely suited to outdoor enjoyment.

Can You Grow Both at the Same Time?

Yes, but it requires planning. The core challenge is light cycles: your autoflowers thrive at 18/6 or 20/4, while your photoperiods need 12/12 to flower. Running both in the same tent or room at the same light schedule means one type will be compromised.

The cleanest solution for indoor growers is two separate tents — one running the auto schedule and one running the photo schedule independently. This also lets you have a perpetual harvest setup: autos cycling every 8 to 10 weeks while photos complete their longer runs. If you only have one space, you can still grow both, but you will need to either keep your photos in veg (if running auto schedule) or accept that your autos are getting 12/12 light, which will not harm them — they will flower either way — but you lose the growth speed benefit of longer light exposure.

Outdoor growing is simpler. Autos and photoperiods can coexist in the same garden with no light management needed. Your autos will finish in summer while your photos carry on until autumn. Staggering planting dates of your autos gives you a rolling harvest through the season, complementing the single large photoperiod harvest in fall. Many outdoor growers run exactly this strategy.

The Verdict

There is no universally correct answer in the autoflower vs photoperiod debate — only the right answer for your specific grow. Both types are producing exceptional results in 2026, and the gap that once existed in potency and yield per plant has narrowed significantly thanks to years of selective breeding work.

Here is the bottom line by grower type:

• First-time grower: Start with autoflowers. Simpler light management, faster results, lower stakes on mistakes. Once you understand how cannabis grows, move into photos.
• Experienced indoor grower: Photoperiods give you more control, more yield per plant, and cloning capability. If you have the setup to run them properly, they reward the effort.
• Outdoor grower in a short-season climate: Autoflowers are your best friend. Multiple harvests per season and a faster finish before frost arrives are game-changing advantages.
• Outdoor grower with space and a full season: Photoperiods can produce monster plants with yields that dwarf what any auto can achieve per plant. Go big.
• Space-limited or stealth grow: Autoflowers every time. Compact, fast, and no light-schedule complications.
• Breeder or clone-focused operation: Photoperiods only. You need mother plants and full vegetative control.

The best cannabis seeds are the ones matched to your actual situation — not the ones with the biggest numbers on a spec sheet. Whether you are looking for a fast, forgiving auto to run through your first season or a flagship photoperiod to build your mother plant library, The Seed Pharm carries genetics across both categories from the breeders that consistently deliver.

Browse our full autoflower seed collection and our photoperiod seed collection — and if you have questions about which strain fits your grow, reach out. We have grown most of what we sell and can give you a straight answer.

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Millions of people struggle with sleep issues, from occasional restlessness to chronic insomnia. While many turn to prescription medications with concerning side effects, indica cannabis strains offer a natural alternative that has helped people sleep for thousands of years.

Indica strains are known for their deeply relaxing, sedating effects that quiet the mind and ease the body into restful sleep. This guide explores the best indica strains for sleep and relaxation, helping you find the perfect strain for restful nights.

Indica vs Sativa: Understanding the Difference

Indica Effects

• Full-body relaxation
• Sedating, calming sensations
• Muscle tension relief
• “Couch lock” at higher doses
• Mental quieting
• Best for evening/nighttime use

Sativa Effects

• Cerebral, uplifting high
• Increased energy and creativity
• Enhanced focus and sociability
• Can increase anxiety in some
• Better for daytime use

For sleep, indica strains (or indica-dominant hybrids) are the clear choice.

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Top 10 Indica Strains for Sleep and Relaxation

1. Granddaddy Purple (GDP)

• THC: 17-24%
• Type: Pure Indica
• Effects: Deep relaxation, dreamy euphoria, heavy body sensation
• Why it works: High myrcene content promotes sedation. The grape and berry flavors make it enjoyable before bed. GDP is considered one of the best strains for insomnia.
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, 8-9 week flowering

2. Northern Lights

• THC: 16-21%
• Type: Pure Indica
• Effects: Muscle relaxation, peaceful euphoria, sleep-inducing
• Why it works: Legendary for its sedating properties. The balanced high relaxes without overwhelming. Perfect for cannabis newcomers seeking sleep aid.
• Growing: Easy, beginner-friendly, 7-8 week flowering

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3. Afghan Kush

• THC: 15-20%
• Type: Pure Indica (Landrace)
• Effects: Heavy sedation, full-body relaxation, mental calm
• Why it works: Ancient genetics bred for relaxation over centuries. The earthy, hash-like flavor signals bedtime. One of the most sedating strains available.
• Growing: Easy, very resilient, 7-8 week flowering

4. Bubba Kush

• THC: 15-22%
• Type: Indica-dominant (90%)
• Effects: Tranquilizing body high, stress relief, sleep promotion
• Why it works: Sweet, coffee-like flavor with powerful sedating effects. Famous for its ability to quiet racing thoughts.
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, 8-9 week flowering

5. Purple Kush

• THC: 17-22%
• Type: Pure Indica
• Effects: Long-lasting body high, blissful relaxation, sleep
• Why it works: Combination of Hindu Kush and Purple Afghani creates deeply sedating effects. The long-lasting high keeps you asleep through the night.
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, 8 week flowering

6. 9 Pound Hammer

• THC: 18-23%
• Type: Indica-dominant (80%)
• Effects: Knockout sedation, euphoria, full-body heaviness
• Why it works: Named for its heavy-hitting effects. The grape and lime flavors are pleasant, but the sedation is powerful. Best for experienced users with high tolerance.
• Growing: Easy to moderate, 7-8 week flowering

7. God’s Gift

• THC: 18-25%
• Type: Indica-dominant (90%)
• Effects: Euphoric relaxation, body melt, peaceful sleep
• Why it works: Cross of Granddaddy Purple and OG Kush combines the best sedating genetics. Sweet berry and citrus flavors make it enjoyable.
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, 8-9 week flowering

8. Blueberry

• THC: 16-24%
• Type: Indica-dominant (80%)
• Effects: Happy relaxation, stress relief, gentle sedation
• Why it works: Award-winning genetics with famous blueberry flavor. The euphoric onset transitions into peaceful, dreamy relaxation perfect for bedtime.
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, 8-9 week flowering

9. Skywalker OG

• THC: 20-26%
• Type: Indica-dominant (85%)
• Effects: Powerful body high, mental calm, sleep
• Why it works: Potent OG genetics deliver heavy sedation. The spicy, diesel aroma signals powerful effects. Best for experienced users.
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, 9-10 week flowering

10. Hindu Kush

• THC: 15-20%
• Type: Pure Indica (Landrace)
• Effects: Deep calm, body relaxation, peaceful sleep
• Why it works: Ancient landrace strain from the Hindu Kush mountains. Centuries of natural selection created perfectly sedating genetics.
• Growing: Easy, very resilient, 7-8 week flowering

Terpenes That Promote Sleep

The sedating effects of indica strains come largely from their terpene profiles:

Myrcene

The most common cannabis terpene, myrcene has sedating, muscle-relaxing properties. Strains with over 0.5% myrcene tend to produce “couch lock” effects.

Linalool

Also found in lavender, linalool has calming, anxiety-reducing effects. It enhances the sedating properties of other compounds.

Caryophyllene

This spicy terpene interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system to reduce stress and promote relaxation.

Terpinolene

Found in some sedating strains, terpinolene has been shown to have calming effects in research studies.

Tips for Using Cannabis for Sleep

Timing

Consume 1-2 hours before your target bedtime. This allows effects to peak as you’re getting into bed.

Dosing

Start low, especially if you’re new to cannabis. Too much can cause anxiety or racing thoughts that prevent sleep.

Method

• Smoking/Vaping: Fast onset (5-15 minutes), shorter duration (2-3 hours)
• Edibles: Slow onset (1-2 hours), longer duration (6-8 hours) – better for staying asleep

Consistency

Use the same strain consistently to understand its effects on your sleep. Switching strains regularly makes it harder to dial in your dose.

Growing Your Sleep Medicine

Growing your own sleep-promoting cannabis ensures a consistent supply of your preferred strain. Most indica strains are compact and easy to grow, making them perfect for home cultivation.

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Cannabis seeds are living organisms in a dormant state. Under the right conditions, they can remain viable for years – even decades. But improper storage can kill seeds in weeks or months, wasting your investment and leaving you without genetics when you need them.

Whether you’re storing seeds between grows, building a personal seed bank, or preserving rare genetics, this guide covers everything you need to know about long-term cannabis seed storage.

The Enemies of Seed Viability

Four environmental factors destroy cannabis seeds over time:

1. Moisture

Seeds naturally absorb moisture from the air. Too much humidity triggers germination – and without soil and light, the seed dies. Humidity above 80% causes rapid germination. Between 40-60%, seeds slowly deteriorate. Below 20%, seeds can survive for years.

2. Temperature

Warm temperatures accelerate metabolic activity, using up the seed’s stored energy. Heat also promotes mold and bacterial growth. Freezing temperatures can damage seed cells if moisture is present.

3. Light

Light signals seeds that conditions might be right for germination. Constant light exposure stresses seeds and reduces viability over time.

4. Oxygen

Seeds respire slowly even when dormant, consuming stored energy. Reducing oxygen slows this process and extends viability.

Short-Term Storage (1-6 Months)

For seeds you’ll use within the current growing season, simple storage works fine:

Method:

1. Keep seeds in original breeder packaging (usually sealed)
2. Place in a cool, dark drawer or cabinet
3. Avoid locations with temperature swings (not near windows or appliances)
4. Room temperature (65-75°F) is acceptable for short periods

Expected viability: 6-12 months with minimal degradation

Medium-Term Storage (6 Months – 2 Years)

For seeds you’re saving for future grows:

Method:

1. Place seeds in airtight container (glass jar, vacuum bag, or pill bottle)
2. Add a desiccant packet to absorb moisture (silica gel packs work well)
3. Store in refrigerator at 38-42°F (3-6°C)
4. Keep away from refrigerator light – use opaque containers or wrap in foil
5. Don’t open frequently – temperature changes stress seeds

Expected viability: 2-5 years with high germination rates

Long-Term Storage (2+ Years)

For preserving genetics indefinitely:

Freezer Method:

1. Ensure seeds are completely dry (critical – moisture freezes and destroys cells)
2. Place seeds in vacuum-sealed bags with desiccant
3. Double-bag for extra protection
4. Store in deep freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below
5. Avoid frost-free freezers (temperature cycling)
6. When ready to use, move to refrigerator for 24 hours before opening

Expected viability: 10-20+ years when done correctly

Important: Improper freezing destroys seeds. Only freeze seeds that have been properly dried and sealed.

Step-by-Step Storage Guide

What You’ll Need:

• Airtight containers (mason jars, vacuum bags, or Mylar bags)
• Silica gel desiccant packets
• Labels and permanent marker
• Dark storage location
• Refrigerator or freezer (for long-term)

The Process:

Step 1: Organize and Label

• Keep seeds in original breeder packaging when possible
• Label everything with strain name, breeder, and date acquired
• Note any growing information for future reference

Step 2: Prepare Container

• Clean and dry your storage container thoroughly
• Add a fresh silica gel packet (1-2 grams per 10 seeds)
• For vacuum sealing, use gentle vacuum to avoid crushing seeds

Step 3: Add Seeds

• Place labeled seed packets in container
• Don’t overcrowd – allow space for desiccant to work
• Seal tightly

Step 4: Store Properly

• Choose location based on storage duration
• Avoid temperature fluctuations
• Keep away from light
• Check periodically (but minimize opening)

Reviving Old Seeds

Have old seeds with uncertain viability? Try these revival techniques:

Scarification

Gently scuff the seed coat with fine sandpaper to allow water penetration. This helps aged seeds with hardened shells absorb moisture.

Extended Soaking

Soak old seeds in room temperature water for 24-48 hours (not longer). Add a drop of hydrogen peroxide to prevent mold.

Warm Water Treatment

Soak seeds in lukewarm water (not hot) overnight before germinating. The warmth can stimulate dormant seeds.

Gibberellic Acid

This plant hormone can trigger germination in stubborn seeds. Available at garden supply stores.

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Common Storage Mistakes

Storing in Plastic Bags
Regular plastic bags aren’t airtight. Moisture and oxygen slowly penetrate, reducing seed life.

Kitchen Refrigerator Door
The door experiences the most temperature fluctuation. Store seeds in the back of the main compartment.

Forgetting Desiccant
Without desiccant, refrigerator humidity will damage seeds over time. Replace desiccant packets annually.

Labeling Failures
Unknown seeds are frustrating. Always label with strain name, breeder, and date.

Frequent Opening
Each time you open stored seeds, they experience temperature and humidity changes. Minimize access.

Building a Seed Collection

Many growers build collections of genetics for future use. Tips for seed collectors:

• Buy extra seeds of strains you love
• Store different strains in separate containers
• Rotate stock – use older seeds first
• Track germination rates to monitor viability
• Consider vacuum sealing individual strain packets

Seed Viability by Age

General germination expectations for properly stored seeds:

• 0-1 years: 95-100% germination
• 1-3 years: 85-95% germination
• 3-5 years: 70-85% germination
• 5-10 years: 50-70% germination
• 10+ years: Variable, some seeds remain viable

Start with Quality Seeds

Long-term storage only works with healthy, mature seeds to begin with. Immature or damaged seeds won’t survive regardless of storage method.

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Autoflowering cannabis strains have revolutionized home growing. These remarkable plants flower automatically based on age rather than light cycle, making them perfect for beginners and experienced growers seeking faster harvests. But many growers wonder: can autoflowers produce serious yields?

The answer is absolutely yes. Modern autoflower genetics can produce impressive harvests when grown correctly. This guide reveals the best high-yielding autoflower strains and techniques to maximize your production.

How Autoflowers Differ from Photoperiod Plants

Understanding autoflower biology helps you optimize your grow:

Automatic Flowering
Autoflowers contain Cannabis ruderalis genetics, which evolved in regions with short summers. They flower based on age (typically 2-4 weeks from germination) regardless of light schedule.

Faster Life Cycle
Most autoflowers complete their entire cycle in 8-12 weeks from seed to harvest, compared to 4-6 months for photoperiod strains.

Compact Size
Autoflowers typically stay under 3-4 feet tall, making them ideal for limited spaces, stealth grows, and indoor cultivation.

No Light Schedule Changes
You can run 18-24 hours of light throughout the entire grow without triggering flowering.

Top 10 Highest Yielding Autoflower Strains

1. Gorilla Glue Auto

• Yield: 400-600g/m² indoor, 50-200g/plant outdoor
• Time: 8-9 weeks seed to harvest
• THC: 24-26%
• Why it yields: Vigorous growth, dense buds, responds well to training

2. Critical Mass Auto

• Yield: 500-650g/m² indoor, 80-250g/plant outdoor
• Time: 9-10 weeks
• THC: 18-22%
• Why it yields: Named for its massive bud production, may need support

3. Big Bud Auto

• Yield: 450-550g/m² indoor, 60-200g/plant outdoor
• Time: 9-10 weeks
• THC: 16-20%
• Why it yields: Bred specifically for maximum production

4. Northern Lights Auto

• Yield: 400-500g/m² indoor, 50-150g/plant outdoor
• Time: 8-9 weeks
• THC: 18-21%
• Why it yields: Legendary genetics, extremely consistent

5. Jack Herer Auto

• Yield: 400-500g/m² indoor, 70-180g/plant outdoor
• Time: 10-11 weeks
• THC: 20-23%
• Why it yields: Sativa-dominant vigor with dense colas

6. Amnesia Haze Auto

• Yield: 450-550g/m² indoor, 60-200g/plant outdoor
• Time: 10-12 weeks
• THC: 22-25%
• Why it yields: Larger autoflower with extended vegetative growth

7. Girl Scout Cookies Auto

• Yield: 400-500g/m² indoor, 50-150g/plant outdoor
• Time: 9-10 weeks
• THC: 22-24%
• Why it yields: Dense, resinous buds with excellent quality

8. Blue Dream Auto

• Yield: 400-550g/m² indoor, 70-180g/plant outdoor
• Time: 9-10 weeks
• THC: 19-22%
• Why it yields: Vigorous sativa genetics, tall for an auto

9. White Widow Auto

• Yield: 350-450g/m² indoor, 50-150g/plant outdoor
• Time: 8-9 weeks
• THC: 18-20%
• Why it yields: Reliable, consistent performance

10. Zkittlez Auto

• Yield: 400-500g/m² indoor, 60-180g/plant outdoor
• Time: 9-10 weeks
• THC: 20-23%
• Why it yields: Modern genetics optimized for production

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10 Techniques to Maximize Autoflower Yields

1. Start in Final Container

Autoflowers don’t recover well from transplant shock due to their short vegetative period. Plant directly in your final container (3-5 gallon pots recommended).

2. Use Light, Airy Soil

Autoflowers prefer well-draining soil that allows oxygen to reach roots. Mix in 30% perlite to improve drainage and root development.

3. Don’t Overwater

Overwatering is the top yield killer. Let soil dry between waterings and lift pots to check weight before watering.

4. Maximize Light Hours

More light equals more growth. Run 18-20 hours of light daily for optimal results. Some growers run 24 hours, though plants benefit from some rest.

5. Low Stress Training (LST)

Gently bend and tie down branches to create an even canopy. This exposes more bud sites to light without the stress of high-stress techniques.

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6. Avoid High Stress Training

Skip topping, fimming, and heavy defoliation with autoflowers. These stress techniques can stunt growth due to the limited recovery time.

7. Feed Lightly

Autoflowers need less nutrients than photoperiod plants. Start with half-strength nutrients and increase slowly if plants show no signs of excess.

8. Maintain Optimal Environment

• Temperature: 70-80°F (21-27°C)
• Humidity: 60-70% in veg, 40-50% in flower
• Good airflow with gentle fan circulation

9. Choose Quality Genetics

Your yield potential is limited by genetics. Invest in quality autoflower seeds from proven genetics for maximum production.

10. Harvest at the Right Time

Check trichomes with a magnifier. Harvest when most trichomes are cloudy with 10-20% amber for peak potency and weight.

Common Autoflower Yield Mistakes

Starting in Small Pots
Restricted roots limit plant size and yield. Use 3-5 gallon containers from the start.

Overfeeding
Nutrient burn stunts growth. Autoflowers are efficient – they need less than you think.

Stressing Plants
High-stress training, transplanting, and environmental stress all reduce yields with autoflowers.

Harvesting Too Early
Be patient. Harvesting early sacrifices bud density and cannabinoid development.

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Cannabis laws continue evolving rapidly across North America. While more states legalize cannabis each year, the regulations around home cultivation vary significantly. This guide provides a current overview of where you can legally grow cannabis at home and how many plants you’re allowed.

Disclaimer: Cannabis laws change frequently. Always verify current regulations in your jurisdiction before growing. This guide is for informational purposes only.

States Where Home Growing is Legal (2026)

Full Adult-Use Home Cultivation

Alaska

• Plants allowed: 6 per adult, 12 per household
• Notes: Must be 21+, plants must be in secure area not visible to public

Arizona

• Plants allowed: 6 per adult, 12 per household
• Notes: Must be 25+ miles from licensed dispensary, or medical patients

California

• Plants allowed: 6 per adult
• Notes: Indoor growing permitted, some cities restrict outdoor cultivation

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Colorado

• Plants allowed: 6 per adult, 12 per household
• Notes: Only 3 can be flowering at a time per person

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Maine

• Plants allowed: 3 flowering, 12 immature per adult
• Notes: Generous limits for home growers

Massachusetts

• Plants allowed: 6 per adult, 12 per household
• Notes: Must be grown in secured area

Michigan

• Plants allowed: 12 per household
• Notes: Plants must be in enclosed, locked facility

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Montana

• Plants allowed: 4 mature, 4 seedlings per adult
• Notes: Must be grown in enclosed, locked area

Nevada

• Plants allowed: 6 per adult
• Notes: Only if you live 25+ miles from nearest dispensary

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New Mexico

• Plants allowed: 6 mature, 6 immature per adult, 12 per household
• Notes: Relatively new program with friendly regulations

Oregon

• Plants allowed: 4 per household
• Notes: One of the most established home growing states

Vermont

• Plants allowed: 2 mature, 4 immature per adult
• Notes: Outdoor growing permitted

Medical-Only Home Cultivation

Arizona (Medical)

• Plants: 12 plants for qualifying patients
• Notes: Must live 25+ miles from dispensary

Missouri

• Plants: 6 flowering, 6 non-flowering for patients
• Notes: Medical card required

New Hampshire

• Plants: 3 mature, 3 immature for patients
• Notes: Recent change – previously no home grow

Oklahoma

• Plants: 6 mature, 6 seedlings for patients
• Notes: Easy medical program with generous limits

Rhode Island

• Plants: 6 plants for adults or patients
• Notes: Recently expanded to adult use

States Where Home Growing Remains Illegal

Some states with legal cannabis still prohibit home cultivation:

• Illinois: Recreational legal, but home growing prohibited except for medical patients
• New Jersey: Adult-use legal, home growing prohibited
• Washington: Legal since 2012, but home growing still prohibited for recreational users
• Connecticut: Recently legalized, limited home grow

Canada: National Home Growing Rights

Cannabis was federally legalized in Canada in 2018, with home growing permitted in most provinces:

Most Provinces (BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, etc.)

• Plants allowed: 4 per household
• Notes: Must be from legal seeds, not visible from public spaces

Exceptions:

• Quebec: Home growing currently prohibited (under legal challenge)
• Manitoba: Home growing prohibited

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Tips for Legal Home Growing

Stay Within Plant Limits

Never exceed your jurisdiction’s plant count. Enforcement varies, but the consequences of growing too many plants can be severe.

Keep Plants Secure

Most states require plants to be in locked, enclosed areas not visible to the public or accessible to minors.

Check Local Ordinances

Cities and counties may have stricter rules than state law. Check local regulations before growing.

Document Your Grow

Keep records of where you obtained seeds, plant counts, and harvest dates in case questions arise.

Don’t Sell Your Harvest

Home growing is for personal use only. Selling cannabis requires commercial licensing in all jurisdictions.

Buying Seeds Legally

Cannabis seeds are legal to purchase in most jurisdictions because they don’t contain significant THC. Seeds are sold as “adult novelty souvenirs” or for legal cultivation where permitted.

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The Future of Home Growing

The trend toward legalization continues, with more states expected to permit home cultivation in coming years. Stay informed about your local laws and always grow responsibly.

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CBD (cannabidiol) has revolutionized how people think about cannabis. Unlike THC, CBD doesn’t produce psychoactive effects, making it appealing to those seeking therapeutic benefits without the high. High CBD cannabis seeds allow growers to cultivate their own supply of this valuable cannabinoid at home.

This guide explores the benefits of CBD, the best high CBD strains to grow, and how to maximize CBD content in your harvest.

What Makes CBD Different from THC?

Both CBD and THC are cannabinoids produced by the cannabis plant, but they interact with your body differently:

CBD (Cannabidiol)

• Non-psychoactive – no “high” feeling
• May promote relaxation and calm
• Often used for wellness purposes
• Legal in most jurisdictions when derived from hemp
• Won’t impair daily functioning

THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)

• Psychoactive – produces the cannabis “high”
• Euphoric and mind-altering effects
• Regulated as a controlled substance in many areas
• May impair coordination and cognition

Benefits of Growing High CBD Strains

Personal Wellness Supply
Growing your own CBD-rich cannabis ensures you know exactly what you’re consuming – no additives, pesticides, or unknown processing methods.

Cost Savings
CBD products are expensive. Growing your own can save hundreds or thousands of dollars annually compared to purchasing CBD oils, flowers, or edibles.

Fresh, Full-Spectrum Product
Home-grown CBD cannabis contains the full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes that work together (the “entourage effect”), which many processed products lack.

Variety Selection
Choose strains with specific CBD:THC ratios suited to your preferences – from pure CBD with no THC to balanced 1:1 ratios.

Top 10 High CBD Cannabis Strains

1. Charlotte’s Web

• CBD Content: 17-20%
• THC Content: Less than 0.3%
• Profile: The strain that started the CBD revolution, named after Charlotte Figi
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, prefers outdoor cultivation

2. ACDC

• CBD Content: 16-24%
• THC Content: 1-6%
• Profile: One of the highest CBD producers, minimal psychoactive effects
• Growing: Easy to moderate, suitable for beginners

3. Harlequin

• CBD Content: 8-16%
• THC Content: 4-7%
• Profile: Balanced sativa-dominant with clear-headed effects
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, resistant to mold

4. Cannatonic

• CBD Content: 12-15%
• THC Content: 3-6%
• Profile: Mellow, relaxing effects without sedation
• Growing: Easy, short flowering time

5. Ringo’s Gift

• CBD Content: 15-20%
• THC Content: 1-7%
• Profile: Named after CBD pioneer Lawrence Ringo
• Growing: Moderate difficulty, high yields

6. Sour Tsunami

• CBD Content: 10-13%
• THC Content: 1-4%
• Profile: One of the first stabilized high-CBD strains
• Growing: Easy, mold resistant

7. Pennywise

• CBD Content: 12-15%
• THC Content: 12-15%
• Profile: Perfect 1:1 CBD:THC ratio
• Growing: Easy, indica-dominant structure

8. Harle-Tsu

• CBD Content: 18-22%
• THC Content: 0.5-1%
• Profile: Cross of Harlequin and Sour Tsunami
• Growing: Moderate, requires attention

9. CBD Critical Mass

• CBD Content: 5-8%
• THC Content: 5-8%
• Profile: Balanced ratio with heavy yields
• Growing: Easy, excellent for beginners

10. Cherry Wine

• CBD Content: 15-22%
• THC Content: Less than 0.3%
• Profile: Legal hemp strain with excellent CBD production
• Growing: Easy, fast flowering

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Understanding CBD:THC Ratios

High CBD, No THC (20:1 or higher)
Pure CBD effects with no psychoactive properties. Ideal for those who want wellness benefits only.

High CBD, Low THC (8:1 to 20:1)
Primarily CBD effects with trace THC. Minimal to no psychoactive effects for most users.

Balanced Ratio (1:1 to 2:1)
Equal or near-equal CBD and THC. May produce mild psychoactive effects while CBD moderates the THC high.

Enhanced THC (1:2 or higher THC)
THC-forward with CBD support. The CBD may reduce THC side effects while maintaining psychoactive properties.

Maximizing CBD Content in Your Grow

Genetics First

CBD content is primarily determined by genetics. Start with verified high-CBD seeds from reputable sources to ensure CBD-producing genetics.

Harvest Timing

Monitor trichomes carefully. For maximum CBD, harvest when trichomes are mostly cloudy with minimal amber. Late harvests can reduce CBD content.

Proper Curing

Slow cure your harvest over 2-4 weeks. This preserves cannabinoids and terpenes while removing harshness.

UV Light Exposure

Some research suggests UV light exposure during flowering may increase cannabinoid production, including CBD.

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High CBD cannabis strains offer wellness benefits without intoxication. Whether you’re interested in CBD for relaxation, focus, or general wellbeing, growing your own ensures quality and saves money.

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One of the first decisions every cannabis grower faces is whether to grow indoors or outdoors. Both methods have passionate advocates and distinct advantages. The right choice depends on your specific situation, goals, and resources.

This comprehensive comparison breaks down everything you need to know about indoor and outdoor cannabis cultivation to help you make the best decision for your grow.

Indoor Growing: Complete Environmental Control

Indoor cultivation puts you in charge of every environmental factor affecting your plants.

Advantages of Indoor Growing

Year-Round Cultivation
Indoor grows aren’t limited by seasons. You can harvest multiple times per year, with most growers achieving 4-6 harvests annually.

Total Environmental Control

• Precise temperature management (68-77°F ideal)
• Humidity control for each growth stage
• Custom light schedules for vegetative and flowering phases
• CO2 supplementation for enhanced growth

Privacy and Security
Indoor grows are hidden from neighbors, thieves, and pests. Climate-controlled environments also prevent most mold and pest issues.

Consistent Quality
The controlled environment produces consistent, high-quality buds with predictable cannabinoid and terpene profiles.

Disadvantages of Indoor Growing

Higher Costs

• Grow lights: $200-2,000+
• Ventilation and climate control: $100-500
• Monthly electricity: $50-200+
• Tents, pots, and equipment: $200-500

Space Limitations
Indoor grows are limited by available space. Most home growers work with 4×4 to 5×5 foot areas.

Learning Curve
Managing all environmental factors requires knowledge and attention to detail.

Outdoor Growing: Harnessing Natural Power

Outdoor cultivation works with nature rather than recreating it artificially.

Advantages of Outdoor Growing

Lower Costs
The sun provides free, full-spectrum light. Basic outdoor setups require minimal investment – quality soil, nutrients, and seeds.

Larger Plants and Yields
Outdoor plants can grow massive – 10+ feet tall with pounds of production per plant. The unlimited root space and natural sunlight encourage vigorous growth.

Full-Spectrum Sunlight
Nothing matches the sun’s complete light spectrum. Natural light produces robust plants with complex terpene profiles and potent cannabinoids.

Environmental Sustainability
Outdoor growing has a smaller carbon footprint without the energy demands of indoor cultivation.

Disadvantages of Outdoor Growing

Weather Dependency

• Rain can cause bud rot and mold
• Extreme heat stresses plants
• Early frost can destroy a harvest
• Storms can physically damage plants

One Harvest Per Year
Outdoor growers typically get one harvest annually (fall harvest in the Northern Hemisphere).

Pest and Disease Pressure
Outdoor plants face aphids, spider mites, caterpillars, deer, and various diseases. Prevention and monitoring are essential.

Less Privacy
Outdoor plants are visible to neighbors, potentially attracting theft or unwanted attention.

Cost Comparison

Indoor Setup Costs

• Budget setup: $500-1,000
• Mid-range setup: $1,000-2,500
• Premium setup: $3,000-10,000+
• Monthly operating: $50-200

Outdoor Setup Costs

• Basic setup: $100-300
• Enhanced setup: $300-800
• Monthly operating: $10-50

Yield Comparison

Indoor Yields (per plant)

• Average: 100-200 grams
• Experienced grower: 200-500 grams
• Expert with optimal conditions: 500+ grams

Outdoor Yields (per plant)

• Average: 200-500 grams
• Optimal conditions: 500-2,000 grams
• Massive plants: 2,000+ grams possible

Best Strains for Each Environment

Best Indoor Strains

• Northern Lights: Compact, low odor, fast flowering
• White Widow: Hardy, manageable height
• Gorilla Glue: High yields in limited space

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Best Outdoor Strains

• Blue Dream: Mold resistant, large yields
• Durban Poison: Pest resistant, pure sativa
• Critical Mass: Massive yields, sturdy structure

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Hybrid Approach: Greenhouse Growing

Greenhouses offer a middle ground, combining natural sunlight with environmental protection:

• Protection from rain and extreme weather
• Extended growing season with supplemental heating
• Natural light with light deprivation for multiple harvests
• Lower costs than full indoor setups

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Indoor If:

• You need privacy and discretion
• You want multiple harvests per year
• Your climate is unsuitable for outdoor growing
• You prefer complete control over growing conditions
• You have limited outdoor space

Choose Outdoor If:

• You have suitable climate and private outdoor space
• You want to minimize costs
• You prefer larger plants and yields
• You’re comfortable with one harvest per year
• You want more sustainable cultivation

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Starting your cannabis growing journey can feel overwhelming with thousands of strains available. The right strain choice can mean the difference between a successful first harvest and a frustrating experience. Beginner-friendly strains are more forgiving of common mistakes like overwatering, nutrient issues, and environmental fluctuations.

At The Seed Pharm, we’ve helped thousands of first-time growers select seeds that set them up for success. This guide breaks down the best marijuana strains for beginners in 2026, focusing on resilience, ease of growth, and rewarding yields.

Top 10 Best Marijuana Strains for Beginners

1. Northern Lights

Northern Lights remains the gold standard for beginner growers. This pure indica strain is incredibly resilient, resistant to mold and pests, and forgiving of temperature fluctuations. It produces dense, resinous buds with a sweet, earthy aroma.

Why beginners love it:

• Compact plant size – perfect for small spaces
• Short flowering time of 7-8 weeks
• Naturally resistant to common diseases
• Low odor during growth

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2. Blue Dream

Blue Dream is a sativa-dominant hybrid that combines ease of growth with impressive yields. This California favorite produces tall plants with beautiful blue-tinged buds and a sweet berry aroma.

Growing characteristics:

• Vigorous growth pattern
• Responds well to training techniques
• Excellent mold resistance
• High yield potential (up to 600g/m²)

3. White Widow

This legendary Dutch strain has been a staple since the 1990s. White Widow is known for its frosty, resin-covered buds and balanced hybrid effects. It’s extremely hardy and adapts well to various growing conditions.

4. Green Crack

Despite its controversial name, Green Crack (also called Green Cush) is an excellent beginner strain. This sativa-dominant variety is nearly indestructible and produces energizing, focus-enhancing buds.

5. Gorilla Glue #4

GG4 is a potent hybrid that’s surprisingly easy to grow. It produces massive amounts of trichomes and handles stress remarkably well. Perfect for beginners who want to try their hand at making concentrates later.

6. OG Kush

The backbone of West Coast cannabis, OG Kush is more forgiving than many believe. Modern feminized versions are stable and produce consistent results even with minor growing errors.

7. Critical Mass

As the name suggests, Critical Mass produces enormous yields with minimal effort. This indica-dominant strain is perfect for beginners focused on maximizing their harvest.

8. AK-47

Don’t let the name intimidate you – AK-47 is one of the most stable and easy-to-grow strains available. It finishes quickly and produces consistent, high-quality buds.

9. Cheese

This UK classic is incredibly resilient and produces its signature pungent, cheesy aroma reliably. Cheese strains are known for thriving even under suboptimal conditions.

10. Girl Scout Cookies

GSC has become a modern classic for good reason. While it was once considered finicky, modern genetics have made it much more accessible for beginners.

Autoflower vs Feminized Seeds for Beginners

Both seed types work well for beginners, but they suit different situations:

Autoflowering Seeds

• Flower automatically regardless of light schedule
• Faster harvest (8-10 weeks seed to harvest)
• Smaller plants, better for stealth grows
• More forgiving of light schedule mistakes

Browse Autoflower Seeds

Feminized Seeds

• No male plants to identify and remove
• Higher yield potential
• More control over vegetative growth period
• Better for training techniques

Browse Feminized Seeds

Essential Tips for First-Time Growers

Start Simple

Resist the urge to implement every advanced technique you’ve read about. Master the basics first – proper watering, appropriate lighting, and correct nutrients.

Don’t Overwater

The number one killer of beginner plants is overwatering. Cannabis prefers a wet-dry cycle. Let the top inch of soil dry before watering again.

Invest in Quality Seeds

Quality genetics make everything easier. Cheap seeds often have poor germination rates and unstable genetics. Premium seeds from reputable seed banks are worth the investment.

Control Your Environment

Aim for temperatures between 70-85°F during lights on and humidity between 40-60% during flowering. A simple thermometer/hygrometer combo helps monitor conditions.

Ready to Start Growing?

The best time to start growing is now. With the right strain and basic knowledge, you can produce quality cannabis at home. Browse our complete seed collection or check out our growing guides for more tips.

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Most of the time, we focus on the seeds too much and forget the environment that should make the seeds germinate successfully. Young plants need near-perfect conditions to grow into healthy plant adults. Here’s how to sprout marijuana seeds in a perfect environment.

Growing Medium

You must get it right when germinating seeds or planting soil once they start sprouting. Cannabis roots can take in nutrients easily, and you can take advantage of this. Here are some mediums that are perfect for marijuana seeds.

i) Hydroponics

Hydro is a term associated with planting seedlings in water. You can plant cannabis seeds in water. Growing plants this way exposes their roots to more nutrients giving better results faster.

ii) Soil Method

Soil is the most common medium of growth. The advantage of using soil is that you can move the entire plant by transplanting it. In addition, the soil is more self-sustaining compared to other methods. Quality potting soil is a great place to start if you are unsure.

iii) Fabric Containers

Fabric containers are becoming more popular because they allow air pruning when the roots grow out of the porous walls. This makes the plants newer every time.

iv) Ceramic Pots

These are our favorite picks for flowers, and this is proof that they can work for marijuana. You just need to know how many weed seeds you should plant in a single pot.

Best Environment to Grow Weed Seeds once Sprouted

The immediate environment in which the marijuana plants will grow immediately impacts the quality of strains you end up harvesting. For this reason, here are some things you need to pay attention to when germinating cannabis seeds.

a) Humidity

The cannabis plant is sensitive to the humidity under which it grows because of how fast the reactions to the environment happen. If you germinate seeds in more than 60% humidity, the growth might be a bit stunted or slowed. On the other hand, germinated cannabis seeds can gather mold or rot under extremely high humidity.

Marijuana is a very adaptable plant and will do fine under moderate conditions most of the time. However, you can go for the best results by having a controlled environment. For example, you can get dehumidifiers if your space is too humid.

b) Fresh Air Circulation

Whether you are planting the cannabis seed outside or indoors, it is imperative to have good air circulation to avoid certain conditions for germinating seeds. For example, conditions like spider mites or white mildew might attack once the cannabis seeds start germinating. In addition, more conditions like the bud rot can attack the cannabis plants.

If planting the seeds indoors, you should place an exhaust fan over the plants just enough to get them under a stream of air. If you place the seedlings directly under the fan, they might get wind burns.

You need to have this environment ready before you plant seeds. A germinated seed needs to find an environment that is accommodative and ready to support the seed into a healthy plant.

To improve the airflow, you can keep a fan on the side to create a circular flow in the room if the plants are indoors. You want to avoid pockets of air and heat building over the seedlings.

c) Light

Plants grow upwards towards the light. Therefore, you need to provide light for successful germination. If you are growing the seeds indoors, you can regulate the light to the correct intensity. However, the light will directly affect your yield, and you must be intentional about how light will reach your seeds.

You need to be familiar with light temperatures that are good for growing weed and how the outcome will also be affected. You can look for grow lights to let you choose the color spectrum you prefer for your seed germination. Lights can make the seeds grow into bushy plants or tall plants.

You want to be careful with the intensity of lights you are exposing the plants too. You might get the temperature right, but the pants will suffer if the intensity is too much.

d) Reflection

You want to make the best out of the lights that you have. If you are planting the seeds indoors, then using reflectors on the walls is the best way. You want to replicate the conditions outside and make it better for the seedlings. The reflectors on the walls distribute light and make it more natural for the seedlings as they germinate.

What reflectors can you use? Then, you can paint your walls, and you are good to go.

e) Temperature

Temperature is one of the main factors that affect seed germination directly. That is why you barely see any sprouted seeds during winter. If the temperature ranges between 19 and 30 degrees Celsius, the plants have a good chance of germinating. Cannabis germination is more like other plant seeds. Any temperatures outside this range can be a bit unfair to the plants.

Germinating Seeds Outdoors Vs. Indoors

You want to plant your cannabis plants, and you probably know whether you will do it indoors or outdoors. Either way, you can get the best out of the seed germination if you get it right from the word go. Young seedlings can thrive indoors and outdoors if you know how to go about it. Here are things you need to know about both environments.

1. Indoors

Growing your seedlings indoors needs a lot of planning, and before the seedling turns into a young plant, you will need to optimize the environment to make it ready for cannabis cultivation. So before you germinate cannabis seeds, you must take care of the environment. Once you do, things will work out smoothly.

Here are some things you will enjoy when you germinate your cannabis seeds indoors.

a) No Weather/Seasonal Restriction

When growing your cannabis seeds indoors, you can do it any time of the year. Whether doing it in the middle of winter or the scorching summer heat, you will get your seedlings up anytime you want. The seasons can come, but your weed seedlings will be fine indoors.

b) Controlled Environment

You can control the humidity, temperatures and light seedlings need to germinate into healthy plants. When you germinate your seeds under your terms, the cannabis plants you get will be desirable to your income. You can keep the seeds moist to the appropriate levels, and all the germination methods are available.

Once you germinate cannabis seeds and they grow into big plants, you can control how they flower and how you harvest. Better still, you can plant feminized cannabis seeds to use space wisely. Germinating marijuana seeds might be as easy as using paper towels on a counter to get sprouts. However, what happens after the seeds sprout is what matters most.

c) Security and Privacy

Weed has its share of publicity. The publicity differs from one state to another. Before you plant cannabis seeds, you have your goals and know why it is your commercial or recreational plant. Therefore, keeping them indoors can give your seedlings much-needed privacy and security.

While there are many advantages to enjoy when preparing seedlings indoors to grow, there are some downsides you might face. Here are some downsides to expect.

d) Space

You must set aside space to successfully grow viable cannabis seeds into healthy plants. The space you will use means you might have to move a few things out of the way. However, we have decided that weed is the way to go.

e) Conditions

You will need to create the perfect environment for the seedlings to grow to harvest or vegetative stage. As a result, you might be forced to install some equipment to ensure smooth seedlings’ growth. It will not matter if you have the best autoflowering cannabis seeds in the wrong environment.

2. Outdoors

Outdoors is the natural setting for any plant. For this reason, dealing with seeds outdoors might be a bit more natural.

Here are some things you might enjoy when planting young seeds outdoors.

a) Affordable

You will enjoy this process because it is more affordable than attempting to germinate seeds indoors. You do not have to transport the growing medium out in the garden. The cannabis plant will enjoy direct sunlight and wind without you having to replicate those conditions. The paper towel method might be a place you must start from, but not for a long time before setting the weed-free outdoors.

b) No Height Limits

When you germinate seeds, you should keep in mind that they have the potential to grow taller than you. No height limit exists, and you should let the cannabis seed attain this potential.

c) Environmentally Healthy

The output you will get outdoors is more friendly to the environment than the setup you have to make indoors. The conditioning you have to make for the room utilizes electricity, which is not the greenest choice.

While outdoor planting is therapeutic and more satisfying, there are some downsides you might need to look out for before you take the precious seeds to germinate.

d) Seasons

The seasons outdoors are uncontrollable. Most cannabis plants will be healthier in more controlled environments. Growing cannabis outdoors will subject the young seedling to the mercies of the environment. The sprouting seed will not stand a chance when the sun is harsh. The most viable seeds with the best germination method will not yield a plant outdoors during winter. Seed germinates in perfect conditions.

e) Space

You will need land to plant weeds outdoors. If you live in an apartment, outdoor space might be problematic. While you can take advantage of the plant’s height outdoors, having land might be an added advantage.

Crowding the plants might lead to weak plants. However, it is time to prepare your feminized seeds if you have space.

Finally

Once you get the germination environment right, you must ensure the weed goes through the other processes like vegetative growth correctly. Germinating the seeds is always satisfying, but harvesting the plant is fulfilling.

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The simple answer is about five years. However, it takes a few more measures to ensure the long-term survival of the seed if you want to preserve it for a longer time. Keep reading to learn more about the marijuana seed and long-term storage tips to ensure they remain viable.

How Long Do Marijuana Seeds Last?

How long marijuana seeds last before going bad is a topic of much discussion. Some claim they can keep for years if maintained in the proper circumstances, while others dispute this and claim they must be used within six to twelve months after packaging.

The most significant of the many diverse factors that affect the lifetime of cannabis seeds is preservation.

When it comes to storage, if you bought your seeds from a seed bank and they came in their packaging, you may keep them there in a dark, dry area; seed banks often advise planting within the year.

Therefore, the care you give them will determine how long cannabis seeds can survive. Marijuana seeds survive for a very long time if you are extremely cautious.

What Factors Affect Marijuana Seeds Longevity?

1. Moisture

Moisture also signals the start of germination. Furthermore, rotting may occur in a damp atmosphere. Ideally, you should preserve your seeds in a dry atmosphere with a relative humidity of 8% to 10%.

2. Oxygen

The marijuana seeds tend to survive considerably longer when put in a vacuum-sealed container. Even if the usual atmosphere of the earth will keep them safe for a very long time, a vacuum is preferable.

Although they will have access to oxygen, they won’t always have access to clean air. Lack of fresh air not only prevents germination but also makes it more challenging for pests to grow.

3. Light

Any container you choose to store your seeds must be completely light-proof. If you’ve ever attempted to germinate cannabis seeds, you are aware of the significance of light in determining whether a seed will grow or not.

Your seeds may become too weak to germinate if they are exposed to light for an extended period, and even if they do, they may have difficulty getting started.

4. Heat

Temperature is the primary determinant of how long marijuana seeds last. Therefore, the ideal temperature for your storage location should be about 38 degrees Fahrenheit, with 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius) being the absolute maximum.

Your marijuana seeds will last the longest if you store them in a separate refrigerator or a location in the rear. The temperature is changed every time you open the refrigerator, which over time may be detrimental to the seeds.

5. Humidity Level

Another vital factor that might affect the success percentage of your seeds is humidity. Keep relative humidity low in their container since relative humidity is basically what causes seeds to germinate. This certainly depends on your local environment, as some regions experience very high humidity levels while others are rather dry.

Cannabis seeds need an RH of 40 to 60 percent to sprout; any humidity over that will drown and destroy the seeds.

However, humidity levels between 9 and 20 percent may also result in various problems, including insects, fungus, and even seed perspiration due to extreme heat. Therefore, the Relative Humidity(RH) is 20 to 30 percent, the best humidity level for storing seeds.

Best Practices for Storing Your Marijuana Seed

• Storing seeds in a cool, dry, and dark place can help maintain them for a long time.
• Using a vacuum seal or an airtight container will ensure they survive longer. Ensure there are no pores.
• If you can’t get a vacuum-sealed container, you can just put them in a dark paper envelope. While the vacuum is ideal, it is not a must.
• 
• Consider putting the container with the seeds in a mason jar made of glass to ensure it is completely dark inside.
• To achieve lower humidity, add some desiccant such as silica gel packs.
• Place the mason jar in the fridge. To avoid the temperature and humidity changes, it is ideal to use a refrigerator that is not used frequently.

What is the Recommended Place for Storing Marijuana Seeds?

1. Fridge

The ideal solution is to keep them in refrigerators, which you should keep between 6 and 8 degrees Celsius and 20 and 30 percent relative humidity. You should naturally shield them from light. The crisper is an excellent pick for the ideal location in your refrigerator since it is a bit warmer there than the remainder of the unit.

2. Freezer

One of the most well-liked places to store your quality seeds is a typical freezer that has minimal temperature swings, dark and roughly -15 °F.

However, you run the trouble of the seeds you bought being frozen. The seeds draw moisture as they defrost. Refreezing them results in crystallization, which kills the seeds.

3. Basement

A basement used to store seeds should be cool and dark. When it comes to moisture management, professionals recommend putting the seed in a closed container with some uncooked rice to absorb any moisture but remember to change the rice out often) A silica bag made of food-grade material will also work well.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Marijuana Seeds

1. Will cracked marijuana seeds still germinate?

No. It cannot germinate because once the genetic material inside the seed is made visible, it loses its ability to do so. As a result, the seeds must be handled with extreme care to prevent crushing or injury, including placing them in proper containers. As long as they are well-protected, cannabis seeds may survive extended periods in storage.

2. Do marijuana seeds go bad?

The embryonic shoot, stem, and root found within are shielded by a waxy outer shell known as the seed coat and are fed by a nutrient-rich oil around them. Your seed may still develop into a cannabis plant if the shell is intact and the plant inside doesn’t dry out or suffer any harm.

3. How do you determine whether the seeds are viable?

The seeds are still usable if they have a dark color, such as dark brown, grey, or black, indicating that the outer shell is intact. The seeds should have a glossy, waxy covering, indicating that they can still retain moisture. The seed is ok if the outer shell is undamaged since healthy weed seeds don’t have cracks or holes.

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Growing Cannabis from Seeds

Cannabis seeds are the way most growers find it convenient to grow cannabis. There are reasons why you would go for the seeds instead of the clones. While you get the same product when the cannabis plant is grown and ready, these methods differ in ways that may be convenient or inconvenient. Here are some things to expect when planting using cannabis seeds.

1) Variety

With cannabis seeds, you can get many options and are not restricted to feminized seeds. Using seeds may be slightly old-fashioned, but it never ran out of style. You can grow seeds that produce both male and female plants to allow for natural pollination. Furthermore, you can grow auto-flowering seeds that will flower independently without depending on male plants.

2) Low Maintenance

Planting a cannabis clone requires more maintenance compared to cannabis seeds. Cannabis is a weed and can comfortably grow on its own in a sustainable environment. For this reason, seeds are easier to grow compared to a clone, which may require special conditions.

3) Storage

It is easier to store seeds for later use. This makes planning easier and more convenient compared to cloning. You do not have to depend on the health of the mother plant when thinking of planting cannabis. Cannabis clones are more delicate and would be almost impossible to store for future use. The only way you can use cannabis clones is only when you are ready to plant.

4) Accessible

Cannabis seeds can be shipped easily compared to cannabis clones. To successfully get the cannabis clones, you need to access the mother plants to get the desired clone. The clones need to come from a healthy mother plant with the desired genetics as the clone, and the mother plant will be genetically identical.

Seeds can be bought online and shipped to the desired location without you having to know anyone else who plants cannabis. In addition, seeds offer more variety that you can choose from compared to the cannabis clone, which is one plant giving the exact genetic copy to the clone.

5) Talking of Genetics…

Planting a seed gives you a fresh start. However, some factors may affect a plant’s growth, including diseases, pesticides and a poor growing environment. When you clone the cannabis, the copy will carry forward the problems the parent plant had. Cannabis seeds are immune to these problems to an extent.

Seeds are not as predisposed as clones are. In addition, if you are changing the growing environment of a plant, there is a chance that the plant will be affected in one way or another. For these reasons, it is better to go with the seeds.

Some Downsides to Using seeds

Seeds are great, but they have some disadvantages that may make them less of an option to someone who has the choice of taking clones over seeds. Here are some downsides you should look out for when buying cannabis seeds.

a) Slow Growth

Seeds take time. Cannabis plants are plants like any other, and they go through the lifecycle of a normal plant. The plant will take time to germinate into a seedling before you start seeing leaves resembling weed. Therefore, you must be patient when using cannabis seeds to grow cannabis plants.

b) ..or No Germination at all

Sometimes seeds do not germinate when you plant them. Cannabis seeds, just like any other seed, require optimum conditions to grow. You may plant seeds, and they may fail to germinate for one reason or another. Seeds at the stage of germination need to be nurtured and given maximum care. However, some seeds may still fail to germinate. You learn how to use a seedbed before transferring your seeds to ensure a maximum cannabis harvest.

c) Too Much Variety

The advantage of cloning is the exact genetic copies from the parent plants. For example, when dealing with seeds, you can get the exact genes from parent cannabis plants, but each seed’s code will differ. For this reason, you will deal with various outcomes during harvest.

Let us talk about the clones.

Growing Cannabis from Clones

Growing cannabis from clones is an art in itself. It is a very satisfying growth process once you see it to the end. There are ups and downs to the process that you may want to consider before using this method. What are some advantages of growing cannabis from clones?

1) You Can Skip the Germination Process

When growing cannabis from seeds, you have to wait for the seedling stages to play out; this takes longer than just using a cloned plant. The germination process not only takes longer but requires your attention too. The seedlings tend to be delicate at the germination stage, and extra care might be needed.

All a clone will have to do is develop its own root system and it will be good to go. You do not have to use a seed bank for a clone; you can plant them straight in the designated garden.

2) You Get an Exact Copy

A clone is a clone. You will not get a male plant if you clone a female plant. While cloning the female plants, you get the exact genetic copy of the plant you cloned. New plants will have new leaves but the exact copies of their parent plants.

3) Well Placed Expectation

Even experienced growers will have difficulty telling which outcome they will get from seeds. However, when using clones. Growers can rest easy knowing that the female cannabis plants will give them female plants with the exact genetic consistency as their parents.

Some Disadvantages of Using Clones

While clones are a sure way of knowing what you are getting, there are some downsides to using clones as your preferred method of growing cannabis. Here are some you need to watch out for to get high-quality clones.

a) History

Clones take every trait from their parent’s genetic makeup. Not only do they take the genetics, but they also come with the health issues that the parent had. Therefore, the plant will grow with a negative trait if these traits are negative. This history that is carried forward can be frustrating for a new grower.

While you are getting a unique genetic code that you will have picked, you will be getting the pest history as well. If the initial owner used pesticides or the plants were affected by pests like the spider mites, it is on you now. So before you buy clones, you need to be extra careful to avoid buying problematic strains.

b) Delicate Plants

Making clones is not the most straightforward method. You need to make the cuttings correctly and from the correct parent plant. The first thing you have to do is to ensure you are buying from a credible source whose plants are healthy. Ensure the cannabis plant has white roots before getting a clone.

Home growers have the extra task of ensuring the growing process is smooth, and the clones do not suffer transplant shock as most clones would. New clones have to develop secondary roots, also known as lateral roots, which is a delicate stage for the plants.

c) Low Accessibility

While you will be getting strains that fit your personal preferences, getting them in the first place will be slightly difficult. Cultivation of certain types of cannabis is not well-practiced in most countries, and it is near impossible to order clones online. However, you can buy seeds online easily compared to getting clones.

Finally

Regardless of your growing style, you can use both methods when growing cannabis. Look at the biggest advantage of each method before heading to seed banks or getting clones. Ensure you get healthy soil for your cannabis regardless of how you plant the weed. Soon, you will learn how to develop new strains on your own from regular seeds or clones.

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Marijuana is a psychoactive drug you can use for several reasons, the main two being to get high or for medical purposes. While marijuana continues to be legalized in the US and other places, you need to know if and how you can plant and germinate your cannabis so you can buy quality seeds. This article details how to get free marijuana seeds from legit sources. Still, you can buy your affordable seeds with great discounts from The Seed Pharm, a leading Canadian online store.

How to Get Free Cannabis Seeds Online

As you look to start planting your own cannabis seeds, you will notice you are sold counted seeds per pack. Unfortunately, these packs are priced depending on the strain, which can sometimes be on the higher side, even with a pack containing a few seeds. Now, when you want to plant many plants but can only plant one seed in a pot, you need to get extra free seeds. This way, you can germinate more cannabis seeds to complete your garden.

Here are 7 ways you can get free cannabis seeds today.

1. Win free cannabis seeds when you buy from online sellers

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Online cannabis pharmacies that sell cannabis seeds offer monetary discounts on your purchases as a new buyer or when you spend a certain amount of money. In addition, most of these sellers add a few seeds to each package when you buy different cannabis seed packs, or when you spend a certain amount. Normally, the extra free seeds range from one to ten seeds.

However, you must understand that these free seeds will be the same strain as the pack you bought. In addition, not all seed sellers give these extra seeds with every purchase, so choose your online shop wisely. Look for a seller who gives free seeds for a wide selection of cannabis seed strains.

2. Get free seeds when you leave comments

Another great way of getting a free cannabis seed is by leaving positive comments on the sites of various online sellers. Some sellers, especially the new sites, look to increase traffic and boost their reputation by having buyers leave positive reviews. Sometimes, these sellers reward random reviewers with free seeds to encourage more purchases, and for new buyers to leave comments. Now, if this is a way you want to win free seeds, first ensure your seller has such an offer, how many free seeds you can get, and how they ship the seeds to you.

3. Get free cannabis seeds from special offers by seed banks

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As with all sellers, there’s a time in the year when cannabis seed banks run various offers. In most cases, these can be discounted offers where you spend less money and get the same number of seeds in a usual pack. On the other hand, they will maintain the price, but you get free seeds when you buy.

To get the free seeds offers, you will need to spend a certain amount to buy a seed pack. For example, you can buy a pack with 10 seeds to win an extra 3 seeds. It is important to understand that not all sellers offer the free seeds option; most will offer discounted prices for the packs. So, you should confirm if the seller you want offers free seeds and other free stuff, such as merchandise, when you buy their special offers.

4. Get free seeds when you make your Zelle or Venmo order

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This offer is exclusive to The Seed Pharm. The seller has announced they accept payments through the Zelle and Venmo platforms. To guarantee more purchases and customer satisfaction, they give out four seeds with every purchase paid for through these payment methods. Luckily, The Seed Pharm sells many strains of auto-flowering and feminized cannabis seeds, so you are guaranteed to find the best seeds to grow on any soil or hydroponic setup.

5. Win free seeds from online contests

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The next method you can use to get free seeds is registering for online marijuana-growing contests. These contests are organized by online sellers, but you can also find them on marijuana growers’ forums. One such place to find different contests is the Grow Diary website. Here, you can win as many seeds as you wish by winning contests that range from Newbie of the Month, Diary of the Month, Photo of the Month, Best Grower of the Month, and more.

Before signing up for any contest, understand which new strains you can win and how many seeds you will get with each win. In some of the best online contests, winners can take home free seeds worth hundreds of dollars.

6. Get seeds from free seed giveaways online

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Another way sellers offer free seeds is when they collaborate with seed banks for free giveaways. This method works similarly to the online contest method above since winners are randomly selected from a list of entrees. However, this method mostly promotes seed breeders introducing new strains, so it runs for several days for marketing purposes.

If looking for these giveaways, surf offers from different online sellers. When you find a seller with a free seed giveaway, you can sign up with your name and email address, then wait to be selected as the winner when the giveaway is over. The offers indicate the start and end dates, the number of seeds you can win, and other merchandise you will get by winning.

7. Get free seeds from offline seed giveaways

This method works like the online giveaway method above. However, this can be organized by certain communities to encourage area dwellers to embrace growing a cannabis plant or garden. The best way to find these offline giveaways is by joining cannabis forums online to learn if there is one near you.

You are likely to benefit from this method if your area has just legalized growing cannabis. An example of this offline giveaway is the Richmond Santa Seed Giveaway last year which gave out a million seeds to Richmond dwellers to encourage cannabis farming.

Conclusion

As most countries continue to make cannabis legal, you can use the opportunity to grow your own crop indoors or outdoors. Before organizing a garden, you will need to find high-quality seeds that are easy to germinate and grow. Unfortunately, these seeds are not always cheap, so you need a way to get some free pot seeds online or offline. Our seven tips above will get you extra seeds to fill your pot garden with enough marijuana plants to use or sell.

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Are you one of the 66% of Americans with a houseplant? After smoking, you may have turned to your cactus or pothos and wondered: is bong water good for plants?

Well, we’re glad you asked! It’s time to learn all about using your bong water for plants.

Is Bong Water Good for Plants?

If you water plants with bong water, it can actually be beneficial for some plants. However, it’s important to research your plant’s needs before pouring your bong water into the pot.

The basic needs of plants include sunlight, soil, and water. They can also benefit from absorbing nutrients like calcium, carbon dioxide, potassium, phosphorous, and oxygen.

Bongwater contains water, but not many beneficial nutrients, so it’s not very good for plants. You should never use old bong water for plants. Water that’s been sitting out for a long time can harbour a lot of bacteria and germs.

Bongwater is also very acidic due to dissolved smoke and plant matter. Some plants, like holly and azaleas, prefer acidic soil conditions. These plants might tolerate bong water well, but using bong water in plants still exposes them to bacteria and fungi.

You may have also heard that smoking around your plants or exhaling onto them is good for them. While it’s true that smoke contains carbon dioxide, breathing around your plants is better than smoking around them. Smoke particles can clog the pores of your plants, affecting their absorption of carbon dioxide and sunlight.

What’s in Bong Water?

The purpose of bong water is to filter the smoke produced when burning marijuana flowers. The water collects a lot of harmful materials that you wouldn’t necessarily want to enter your lungs. This makes your smoking experience feel smoother than other methods.

However, bong water is more than just dirty water. It also contains some of the following elements:

• Cannabinoids, CBD, THC
• Ash
• Resin
• Plant matter
• Bacteria
• Fungi
• Microorganisms

Considering the list above, you should change your bong water often. Contrary to what some people believe, you won’t get any higher from reusing old bong water. You also cannot extract any useable amount of THC from bong water.

It’s best to use fresh water every time you use your bong. The water filters out impurities like those mentioned above to give you a smoother, fresher smoking experience.

When your bong water becomes cloudy or develops a film over the top, known as biofilm, it’s definitely time for a change. Dirty water can harbour pathogens like Strep, E. Coli, mould, and mildew. Inhaling these can lead to serious illness.

Does Bong Water Help Plants Grow?

Some people claim that their bong water works as a low-grade fertilizer and makes their plants grow faster. This may be true for plants that like acidic conditions. Unless a plant is severely dehydrated, most plants will not benefit from bong water.  

Some people may wonder if plants can feel high like people. Plants do not have brains or cannabinoid receptors. Being high is defined as a feeling of euphoria or an altered state of consciousness.

As far as we know, plants do not experience consciousness. Because they do not have a central nervous center and are not self-aware, it is safe to assume that plants cannot feel high.

The “highest” a plant can feel is just being healthy. The perfect amount of sunlight, water, and other nutrients from the soil will make a plant very healthy. Still, it is unlikely that the plant can “feel” its well-being.

Bongwater may be better than no water if your plant is desperate. Still, it’s not good to regularly dump bong water into your plant.

Is Bong Water Good for Marijuana Plants?

You may think that bong water is good for watering marijuana plants because it has more matter than the plants can use. In general, the acidity of bong water and the risk of mould, mildew, bacteria, and fungus outweigh any potential benefits.

Marijuana plants prefer to be watered with “soft” water, like rainwater. Soft water contains fewer minerals like calcium and magnesium. Reverse osmosis, filtered or distilled water is ideal for marijuana plants.

Will Bong Water Kill Plants?

Pouring bong water on plants is generally not helpful, and it may kill your plants. Most plants don’t like the acidity of bong water. You can lower the acidity of soil by adding calcium, magnesium, and phosphorous.

Additionally, the bacteria and fungi can easily become a problem for your plant, causing infections. Plants with a bacterial infection may form spots or crispy, brown edges on their leaves. Fungi usually lead to spots, root rot, and black stems.

A small amount of bong water won’t kill your plants. A small amount could be good for them if they like acidic soil. Still, it’s best not to pour bong water in plants.

If you’ve already poured your bog water into the plant’s pot, don’t panic. Follow up the bong water with lots of fresh water and make sure the roots have proper drainage to prevent fungi and mould growth.

Bong Water: Bad for Plants, Good for People?

Does drinking bong water get you high? As you burn the marijuana and pull it through the water, traces of CBD, THC, and plant matter are left behind. However, drinking old bong water is not a good idea.

Bongwater can contain bacteria, especially if it has been sitting on the counter for a long time. No matter how desperate you are, drinking bong water will probably just make you sick. Not to mention, it smells and tastes nasty.

But will bong water get you high? In short, no. Even a gallon of bong water won’t give you a buzz. 

The trace amounts of CBD and THC are not concentrated enough to make you feel high. The small amount present in bong water will have even less effect if ingested.

Because THC is insoluble in water, you may wonder if it can be extracted and reused. It is technically possible to extract the THC. However, you will never extract enough THC from bong water to get high again.

Besides some minimal hydration, there are no health benefits to drinking bong water. Drinking dirty bong water is like drinking a puddle. It isn’t great.

Other Uses for Bong Water

If you can’t pour it into your plants and you can’t drink it, are there other ways to use bong water? Unfortunately, there are not many uses for old bong water.

If you keep a compost pile, adding the bong water to the compost should be fine. The compost is full of bacteria, mould, fungi, and acidic materials. By adding bong water, you can incorporate the leftover plant matter into the compost.

Still, you’ll need to have a balanced compost pile to do this. A pile made entirely of coffee grounds, and bong water is too acidic to be useful in your garden. It needs a good amount of decaying plant matter to balance the acidity.

In summary, bong water is essentially useless. Don’t feel bad about wasting bong water. It has served its purpose in filtering harmful materials from your smoke.

Bong Water Alternatives

If you feel guilty about wasting water or you want to mix up your smoking experience, you can try using other liquids besides plain water in your bong. Unsweetened sparkling water will add a fun carbonated sensation.

You can also flavour your smoke with unsweetened cranberry juice. Be sure to clean your water pipe quickly and thoroughly after using any juice to avoid stains and bacteria. Some people have used red wine to smoke from their bongs, but this isn’t recommended due to the sugar content and alcoholic vapours.

Alcoholic vapours are extremely dangerous to your lungs. They can also ignite easily. For this reason, never use vodka, whiskey, rum, or any other alcoholic beverage in your bong.

For obvious reasons, you should never pour juice or alcohol into your plants. Juice used as bong water will still contain harmful pathogens and substances like ash and resin. These liquids are also highly acidic and harmful. (https://fiberclean.com/)

Blooms Don’t Want Bubblers

Is bong water good for plants? At the end of the day, no, bong water is not good for plants. Bongwater can provide some necessary hydration, but the acidity, bacteria, and fungi can be toxic for your plants.

Unless you enjoy the idea of inhaling pathogens, you should change your bong water every time you smoke. Next time you’re having a smoke session, don’t pass the bong to your pothos.

Do you enjoy learning about and growing plants? The Seed Pharm has the best variety of marijuana seeds for you to grow your own herbal garden. Shop our selection of Indicas, Sativas, and hybrids!

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These methods can include Low-Stress Training (LST), which involves bending the plants and tying them into new positions, and High-Stress Training (HST), such as pruning and topping. Pruning and topping both require removing parts of the plants, which helps shape them, optimize the available light, and produce more colas or flowering sites.

Whether we grow outdoor or indoor plants, these straightforward techniques can help us:

• Optimize our growing space
• Boost our plants’ performance by producing more significant and better yields
• Grow healthier, longer-lasting plants

This article explains the differences between topping and pruning, the benefits of these plant training techniques and some tips on doing both well.

Topped vs Non-Topped Cannabis Plants. What’s the Difference?

Before we learn more about topping and pruning, let’s clear up a common question among growers — What’s the difference between topped vs non-topped cannabis plants?

Topped Cannabis Plants

As the question implies, the difference between topped vs non-topped cannabis plants is that topped plants have had the top of the central stalk, and sometimes secondary colas, removed. We do this to indoor and outdoor plants for several reasons, but it ultimately reshapes our plants for higher and better yields.

Non-Topped Cannabis Plants

Non-topped cannabis plants, or those left to grow naturally, typically form into a Christmas tree shape with one dominant, main stalk — or central cola — and multiple side branches. If the plant is outdoors, each of the various areas of the plant will receive some sunlight during different stages in the day as the sun travels across the sky. However, the lower branches will typically be shaded by the taller ones and receive less light overall.

Even more problematic regarding lighting is indoor cannabis plants that typically receive light from a grow lamp that is stationary and positioned directly above them at all times. The nature of this light source means that a naturally shaped or non-topped cannabis plant grown indoors will receive inefficient light overall as the lower branches and stalks won’t be exposed to it evenly.

Topping our cannabis plants can alleviate this and many more potential issues.

What Is Topping?

Topping is a plant training technique that overcomes lighting inefficiency for indoor and outdoor plants and is the method of choice for growers who want to increase their yields. It is also used by growers who want to optimize their growing space with just a few plants rather than using the Sea of Green (SOG) method, which involves squeezing in as many plants as possible.

Topping is used by cannabis growers during the growing cycle and involves cutting off the top part of the plants’ central stalks to arrest their vertical growth. This training technique promotes the development of two new main stalks, or colas, and the growth of the lower secondary branches.

Want to know more about how to top and marijuana plant?

The Benefits of Topping

The benefits of topping cannabis plants are plentiful. The reshaping that comes from topping allows our plants’ smaller side branches to gain more light exposure. Topping has also been shown to alter biological processes such as photosynthesis and nitrogen, carbon and secondary metabolism, helping to ensure our plants’ health and a quality yield.

Here are some additional benefits:

• Promotes bushier plants with an increased number of buds
• Enables even light distribution for larger buds
• Optimizes limited growing space
• Stimulates healthier plants

Are There Any Down-Sides to Topping?

Removing a healthy part of the plant can seem counter-intuitive and a little intimidating for beginners. Nerves or lack of correct information can lead to the following down-sides to topping:

• An inexact cut at the plant’s node can cause irreversible stress and promote disease
• Inexperienced growers can top too soon or too late, causing undue stress to the plants

How to Top Like a Pro

Since topping does cause stress to our cannabis plants, it’s essential we know what we’re doing before we begin. We also need to ensure our plants are strong and healthy and at the right stage to withstand any stress caused by the topping.

Here are some tips for topping like a pro.

1. Sterilize and sharpen a scalpel or pair of scissors. Topping your plant with a blunt tool can break the stem and leave a larger wound than intended.
2. For the first topping, cut the top of the plant off above the 4th or 5th node in one clean cut. Make sure to leave about 5 mm of space between where you cut and the lateral branches to give you a little bit of room for error.
3. For subsequent toppings of the same plant, cut each side branch above the second or third node.
4. Monitor the plants for signs of stress and adjust care accordingly.

The placement of the toppings will determine the eventual shape of our plants. For example, the first cut should be high enough to leave enough side branches for the plant to bush out properly. The subsequent cuts should allow the plant to continue to bush out, and where we make them depends on how bushy and big we want the final plant to be.

When Should Topping Be Done?

Topping can be done once our plants have developed anywhere between four and six nodes. This vegetative growth stage indicates our plant’s roots and stems will be strong enough to recover.

Counting Nodes

A plant’s stem is made up of nodes and internodes. Nodes are areas on the stems from which branches and leaves grow, while internodes are the intervals on the stems between the nodes. Locating the nodes of a plant is crucial when you are doing regular maintenance, such as topping and pruning.

Our plants should generally reach the topping stage after approximately 30 days of development. However, different plant varieties grow at different speeds, so we always have to consider this.

Don’t top cannabis plants during the seedling stage. Topping during the seedling stage causes too much stress to our plants and risks stunting their growth or killing them altogether.

Don’t top plants during the flowing stage. Topping plants during the flowering stage will waste the plant’s resources it has already spent on growing the colas and buds, ultimately reducing their yield.

Wait for at least one to two weeks before topping any new growth to give the plants ample recovery time from the stress of adjusting to new growth patterns.

What Is Pruning?

Pruning involves selectively removing plant branches and leaves that are dead or won’t receive enough light to grow to their full potential. If these dead plant parts are left to fall off in due time, the plant will waste resources trying to keep them alive. Instead, a pruned plant will be able to optimize its resources to grow strong. Also, produce a more significant number of high-quality, healthy buds.

The Pros of Pruning

Pruning cannabis plants allows them to focus their energies on producing buds in healthy areas. Pruning also results in the following benefits:

• Increases the amount of light the healthy parts of the plants receive
• Reduces pests and diseases by removing infested and infected leaves and branches
• Improves airflow, inhibiting the growth of mould

Pruning Risks

Although pruning cannabis plants is a pretty straightforward training technique, it isn’t without its risks, including the following:

• Over-pruning can reduce the plant’s ability to grow and lead to reduced yields.
• Partial pruning can leave the plant vulnerable to the spreading of disease.
• Pruning at the wrong time, for example, in the flowering stage, can encourage new growth when the plant should be focusing resources on creating buds, reducing the overall yield.

Proper Pruning Procedures

The best time to prune cannabis plants is once they begin to take a bushy shape, which should be in their early stages of growth.

Here are some steps to proper pruning.

1. Use sharp and clean pruning shears.
2. Snip off large branches near the bottom of the plant first to provide some space for the more detailed work.
3. Remove all branches that won’t receive enough light, such as those in the plant’s middle.
4. Prune all small or dying leaves and branches.

Pruning or Topping or Both?

Pruning and topping cannabis plants are both plant training methods used by cannabis growers to help ensure their plants’ health and robust yield. They can be applied to both indoor and outdoor-grown cannabis plants in equal measure and with similar results.

Although plant training may seem daunting, with the proper knowledge, anyone can manage it. And with so many benefits, learning these techniques is worth the effort.

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If you’re imagining the process as impossibly complicated or even hard to get the hang of, you’re in for a big surprise – with the right tools and education, nearly anyone can grow marijuana.

High-quality seeds from providers like TheSeedPharm will thrive, just so long as you give them a little bit of TLC. Read on to learn all about how to care for a marijuana plant, and start raising your own crop today!

How to Grow Marijuana: Indoor vs Outdoor

Choosing the right environment for your growth is the first, and arguably most important step.

Outdoor marijuana plants don’t always yield the same potency as those grown indoors – and their buds might not look as nice, either. You can also fall victim to invasive insects and other environmental factors beyond your control. But, this is, without a doubt, the easier and more affordable way to grow your plants.

Indoor marijuana plants are raised in a highly controlled environment, delivering incredibly strong and picture-perfect flowers. That said, they require more upkeep and cost more thanks to the necessary equipment and cost of electricity.

Marijuana Farming With Soil and Hydroponics

Next, you’ll need to decide whether you want to grow your cannabis in soil, or in water using hydroponic technology.

Growing in soil is the more affordable option, though you will still have to add fertilizers and other soil-balancing compounds to fine-tune your plants’ nutrition. You won’t have quite as much control as with a hydroponic setup, but you also won’t have the same daily care commitments.

If you’re brand new to growing marijuana, a soil-based grow will be easier to master and require far less upfront investment. But, before you choose, take a second to check out this link for beginner growers.

Hydroponically grown plants may offer higher yields and more potent buds as well, potentially making them a better investment in the long term. It’s also important to note that hydroponic gardening equipment is becoming more affordable all the time. There are plenty of small-scale options that won’t break the bank.

If this isn’t your first time caring for a marijuana plant, challenging yourself to maintain a hydroponic system can also be a fun way to the garden at home!

How to Care For a Marijuana Plant

The best way to learn how to care for a marijuana plant is to try your hand at it. You’ve already got the essentials mastered, including how and where you should start your grow. Now, it’s time to round up all the essential equipment and order some high-quality seeds.

If you get started today, your first harvest will be here before you know it.  You won’t keep spending your hard-earned cash on the multi-billion dollar cannabis industry. Instead, you’ll enjoy the comfort, control, and rewarding hobby of growing your own!

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What is Topping a Marijuana Plant?

Topping refers to the process of cutting away the upper section of your cannabis plants from the main stem. It stops a plant from continuing to grow vertically and encourages horizontal growth instead.

Why Should I Top Marijuana Plants?

If you’re short on vertical space in your growing room, topping your plants easily solves any space issues. When you remove the top of the plant you may worry about losing plant potential. Topping your marijuana plant, however, actually enhances growth; when you remove the upper part of the plant, two new branches typically spout in a Y-shaped formation. These new branches each produce flowers. When you top a marijuana plant, therefore, it can ultimately increase your yield.

Additionally, when your plants grow outwards rather than upwards it makes it so much easier for light to reach all of the branches, thus further enhancing plant health.

Topping Vs. Pruning Cannabis Plants

While topping a plant means the top section is removed, pruning is when you cut away dead twigs and branches from a plant. Pruning marijuana plants is different to topping, but both trimming processes are important for good plant health and a successful yield. Don’t confuse either process with trimming, which mainly takes place at harvest.

When to Top a Marijuana Plant

Topping your plant too early can cause irreversible damage. Don’t top your marijuana plants until they are at least a month old. Further, you should wait until your plants have produced around at least six leaf nodes. It’s important to also ensure that your plant is healthy before topping it, as topping causes stress.

How to Top Marijuana Plants

It’s vital that you don’t cut your plant too low; ideally, you should cut right above the fifth leaf node. This makes sure that the plant is hardy enough to deal with the stress of being cut. Additionally, this height means that you should have plenty of lower branches that can continue to grow outwards and flourish.

It’s possible to top your plants again as they continue to grow. Locate the two new main stems that were formed by the original cut and follow the same technique to top again. Allow enough time between toppings for your plant to be healthy and sturdy.

The first step is to sterilize your pruning scissors to make sure you don’t introduce bacteria to your plant. Ensure your scissors are sharp too for a clean, precise cut. Find the part of the main stem where you intend to cut, remembering to keep above at least five leaf nodes. The cutting point should also be directly above a leaf node. Snip through the stem to remove any growth above that point.

Make sure that your plant heals well after topping and look forward to enjoying a larger yield!

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Why is Marijuana Trimming Necessary?

Trimming marijuana plants removes sugar leaves that have a lower concentration of trichomes, thus leaving behind the most potent parts of the plant. Trimming also removes branches, stems and fan leaves, all of which also have a low concentration of trichomes.

A good trim creates more uniformity with your plants too, resulting in a nicer appearance when bagged. Additionally, trimming affects the taste; trimmed buds are less harsh to smoke and are packed full of more flavor. Ultimately, this makes for a better smoking experience.

When Should I Trim My Marijuana Plants?

Whether opting for a wet or dry trim method, most home growers remove the larger fan leaves a few weeks before harvesting time. It’s important, therefore, to know how long it takes from seeds to harvest. At harvest is, however, when the most trimming effort is required.

Ways to Trim Marijuana Plants?

Before you start trimming, you’ll need to prepare your trimming area and drying space before cutting down your plant and systematically removing the branches until you reach the main stalk.

Depending on whether you opt for dry or wet drying (more below), either continue with the trimming process or leave the plants to dry before following the next steps.

Snip away all of the fan leaves and then cut the buds off the branches. Break smaller buds down into more manageable buds and trim the lower stem as close to the bud as possible. Trim away the leaves at the bottom of the bud, along with any extra foliage. Essentially, you want to have only the bud left.

While most home-growers use shears, scissors and pruners for hand trimmed marijuana, it’s also possible to buy equipment for a machine trim. Hand-trimmed marijuana makes it easier to spot any issues with buds, though it is time consuming. Machine trimming on the other hand, is much faster. It can, however, remove trichomes and allow seeds into the finished product.

What is a Wet Trim?

Wet trimming refers to the process of trimming your cannabis in one go, without drying beforehand. Essentially, you should cut your plant down and remove buds from the branches before trimming the buds and putting them on a rack to dry out for a few days. It may seem to be more time consuming with all the labor upfront, but it does mean that after the drying process you’re almost all set with useable marijuana.

It’s easier to trim away the leaves when they’re still fresh. Removing the leaves also means that the trimmed bud will dry out faster. Quicker drying times are especially beneficial in humid conditions, when extra moisture can lead to destructive mold growth.

As well as looking nicer, wet-trimmed buds are thought to retain more trichomes, resulting in a richer flavor.

A major downside of wet trimming, however, is that it can quickly turn into a very messy and sticky job. You’ll need to clean your shears regularly, and wearing gloves is highly advised.

What is a Dry Trim?

Dry trimming takes place in a couple of stages. Step one is to cut your plant and hang it in its entirely to dry for a few days. This can require a lot more space than wet trimming. Once the whole plant has dried out you can then trim the buds away from the branches and complete your cannabis trimming.

Drying takes longer when you leave the foliage intact. While not recommended for humid climates, this can be good for arid conditions when a quick dry could result in loss of flavor. A dried plant is also a lot cleaner to handle, with fewer sticky trichomes to stand in your way. Be sure to handle dried trichomes appropriately, though, to avoid breaking. Breaks can decrease then levels of THC in your product.

Whichever way you choose to trim your weed, you’ll probably be eager to try your hand at growing even more plants after your first successful harvest! Expand your growing and buy an array of seeds at The Seed Pharm.

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After all the effort of growing and maintaining a marijuana plant, a wimpy yield comes harvest season is a disappointment. Luckily, we’re here to help.

If you’re interested in a marijuana plant yield of up to half a pound per plant, this article has all the details. Read on to learn more!

Getting The Right Seeds

Before getting into the weeds about equipment and soil chemistry, the best place to start for a high marijuana plant yield is with the seeds themselves.

Keep in mind that some varieties of marijuana are higher in flower output than others. If you are looking for bulk over everything else, consider strains such as Blue Dream, Sour Diesel, and Northern Lights, all known for growing big.

You’ll also want to start with some high-quality seeds. The Seed Pharm has you covered, with an extensive selection of top-notch seeds.

Indoor vs. Outdoor Marijuana Plant Yield

Whether you grow marijuana indoors or out, there are a variety of factors to consider for each method.

Indoor growing typically has a lower average yield but is protected from many bugs and other pests. You also have more control over the growing environment, including pH levels, water, and nutrients.

A good indoor yield on a single plant will average around a quarter of a pound. The main restriction for an indoor plant is space, so a large grow tent or room will give a bigger yield than a plant in tight quarters.

Outdoor plants are much less restricted by space and yield nearly double the flower, on average. However, you have to contend with less control over the environmental conditions.

Soil vs. Hydroponic

If you opt for indoor growing, there are two additional options that you’ll have to contend with. Debate rages on as to whether soil or hydroponics are best, but we’ll let you decide.

Soil is much easier for people new to growing. We all understand planting a seed in soil and watching it grow. It is also a lot less expensive to get started with.

However, even high-quality soil can bring in plant diseases and pests. It also does not give as high of a marijuana plant yield as hydroponics.

Hydroponic systems are considered to be the top of the line to grow marijuana indoors. They do tend to be pricey, even for a starter system, but it’s very hard to argue with the results.

Another potential downside to hydroponic systems rests on whether or not you have a lot of time to “babysit” your plants. Hydroponics requires constant tweaking of nutrients and pH levels.

Maximizing Your Marijuana Plant Yield

Whether you’re new to growing or an experienced veteran, your goal is likely the same: to have the highest possible marijuana plant yield. With the right seeds, conditions, and effort, you can easily maximize your yields per plant!

If you’re new to growing marijuana, check out our guide on how to grow marijuana. We offer a huge selection of seeds for any grow operation, and can help you find the perfect marijuana plants for your needs.

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After germination or “popping” which is the very first step when the cannabis seed sprouts, it’s time to then plant those seeds. This transferral step from germination to soil is one of the most crucial steps when growing marijuana successfully, as it can determine the health of the future plant.

Planting with soil is one of the most common methods, and requires some loose potting soil, water, a pot, and tweezers. Once the pot is filled with soil, poke a hole, gently grasp the seedling with the tweezers, and place it with the taproot facing the base before covering it with more soil. We’ll get more into hydroponic planting methods below.

But before you can even get to these steps, you actually need to get your hands on those seeds first, and the best place to get marijuana seeds is none other than The Seed Pharm. From auto-flowering to feminized seeds, you’ll find everything you need to get you started.

How to Plant Cannabis Seeds

There are two main methods when it comes to planting these seeds. It all comes back to the two most common ways to grow marijuana, which are using soil and using a hydroponic system. We’ll cover both methods.

After a successful germination, you will begin to see the seedling begin to sprout. It will look like a small root has come out of the seed. Be very careful with the seed at this step! It is quite fragile at this stage and needs to be handled with care in order to avoid a damaged seed.

Planting with Soil

• Fill several 4.5L pots or 2 to 4-inch pots with some loose potting soil (the number of pots will depend on how many seeds you have. One seed = one pot). We recommend using silty soil for the best results, but you can also use loam soil as it’s a mix of clay, sand and silt all in one.
• Make sure the soil is already moist and fills the pot about ¾ full. Don’t soak it, just a bit damp.
• Take a pencil or your finger and make a hole. As a general rule, the deepness of the hole should be double the length of the seed. In other words, the whole shouldn’t be too deep.
• Grab your tweezers and ever-so-gently drop the seed into the hole. If the seeds aren’t coming off the paper towel, spray more water on them rather than pulling them off and potentially breaking them. Important: make sure the root is facing downwards.
• Take more soil and cover the seeds lightly – don’t press down as this can disrupt the growth.

Planting with Hydroponics

• Use a Rapid Rooter to plant your seeds when using a hydroponic system.
• Keep the Rapid Rooter quite moist, but not drenched. For a top-feeder, keep the tube at the base of the pot so that the water isn’t drenching the roots of the seed.
• Put the Rapid Rooter on top of the pellets and add more pellets around it to keep it steady.
• Just like planting with soil, use tweezers to gently place the seed inside the Rapid Rooter with the root facing the base. We suggest using some scissors to cut the Rapid Rooter vertically in half to make it easier to put the seedling inside. The seed should be close to the surface so that it doesn’t have to grow very far. Close it up with the other half.
• If the root of your seed is a little crooked, don’t straighten it while putting it in the Rapid Rooter.
• Unlike planting with soil, you don’t need to cover the top of the Rapid Rooter or pellets. The top of the Rapid Rooter should be just peeking out above the pellets.
• With a Rapid Rooter, you can expect your seedling to pop out in just 24 hours.

How to Grow Marijuana Seeds

After the planting stage, it’s time to get to growing! Well, marijuana will do most of the work, but it’s up to you to care for the plant and keep it happy and healthy. This includes keeping it at certain temperatures, monitoring the moisture levels, and just keeping a general close eye on the plants to make sure everything is going smoothly.

Learn all about how to grow marijuana from seeds using our easy-to-follow 9-step guide, which also tells you what to do when the plant grows to a certain point and needs t be transferred to a larger pot.

Final Thoughts

The stage of planting marijuana seeds can be an underrated one, as many people underestimate how important it is for this step to be done properly. Know that you know how to plant marijuana seeds using the best methods, you can achieve the healthiest growth no matter if you use soil or a hydroponic system. Just remember that aftercare is another crucial step. Handle the seeds with a gentle touch as they begin to grow, and give them the best conditions with light, warmth and moisture.

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Auto-flowering marijuana seeds are fast-growing and produce short plants with thick stems. This all makes sense when you consider their origins close to the North and South Pole. With such extreme, cold conditions, these plants have had to adapt to survive. They’re short to retain heat better, and buds grow quickly to reproduce before they get exposed to much to the cold and die out.

How can you grow autoflowering cannabis seeds? The process isn’t much different from growing other seeds, but it is a lot faster – they’ll be ready to harvest anywhere from 8 to 12 weeks. Keep reading for a more in-depth look at autoflowering marijuana seeds to find out whether they’re right for your garden.

How to Grow Autoflowering Marijuana Seeds

When growing autoflowering strains, it’s important to remember that these will grow much quicker than what you might be used to if you’ve grown other seed varieties before. You can definitely try growing these if you’re a beginner, and they are pretty appealing to more experienced growers since they can take advantage of faster, more frequent harvests.

1.    Germination

Germination is fast with these seeds, taking just one to five days rather than up to ten days like some varieties. One of the easiest ways is to drop the seeds gently into a glass of room-temperature water and keep it in a dark space at around 27°C. After 72 hours you can transfer it to a soaking wet paper towel – cover it with a more wet paper towel to keep it dark and warm. Once you see it sprout, transfer it to the soil.

2.    Seedling

By now, a seedling should be visible. The leaves are very small at this stage. This is where you can provide some light, like a 250W LED, and you can also give some nutrients. Auto-flowering varieties need only a quarter to half the amount of nutrients that would be given to photoperiods.

3.    Vegetation

For the best growing process, keep the environmental temperature no more or less than 20°C and humidity levels between 40% and 50%. Provide half a litre of water each day. You might even begin to see some flowering happening at the later vegetative stage!

4.    Flowering

Now you’ll notice some sacs begin to peek out from the nodes. At their biggest, autoflowering marijuana plants can grow up to just 60cm. Increase the surrounding temperature by about 1° each week, reaching 25°C by the final week.

And there you have it – your hard work has paid off! You’ll know it’s time to harvest when the trichomes get a little cloudy in colour and the pistils have a brown shade with some red tones. Remember that some autos take a little longer to grow, while others are very fast, so just be patient and take your time.

Where Can I Buy Autoflowering Marijuana Seeds?

With over 35 strains of marijuana seeds to choose from, we have everything you need when it comes to growing your favourite strains. As well as feminized cannabis seeds, hybrid marijuana seeds, and more, you’ll find a wide range of autoflowering seeds. Before exploring our full range for yourself, check out our best-sellers.

Is it Best to Grow Marijuana From Autoflowering Seeds?

Choosing autos to grow in your garden is one of the best options, as they are low-maintenance, fast-yielding, and strong against exterior factors. Since they grow quicker, you can even get multiple harvests into the span of one regular harvest. Here are some other advantages of growing using autos:

• The plants they produce are short, which means they are easier to keep private from prying neighbours. This also prevents the need for constant trellising, so they are quite low maintenance.
• You can harvest larger amounts more often due to the fast flowering process.
• These plants are resistant to unstable temperatures, so you could even grow all year round. You should still keep them warm, but if a little cold gets in, they won’t be as affected as other types of seeds.
• They are resistant to mould and pests.
• A high CBD content within auto seeds makes them perfect for making products for medicinal users.

Final Thoughts

What Are Autoflowering Marijuana Seeds? They are a fast-yielding, strong and low-maintenance variety that is fast becoming the preferred seeds for many experienced growers. But that doesn’t mean beginners should count them out – since they are so much easier to grow and maintain, there is a little more room for error. While feminized marijuana seeds are maybe a little more efficient, they are nowhere near as fast or resistant as the auto-flowering variety.

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You see, when a marijuana plant grows naturally or with traditional breeding techniques, the yield will produce both male and female species of the plant. The male species typically gets discarded as it isn’t as much use to the grower. Male plants don’t give high psychoactive effects.

What’s more, a male plant will contaminate the females by pollinating them, leading to a fully unusable yield. Traditional breeding sees growers planting double the amount of seeds with the knowledge that around half the seeds will be useless.

Is this method of planting twice as many seeds and throwing out half your harvest practical? No, it’s not. And that’s why growers are turning to feminized marijuana seeds as a solution. Keep reading to find out more about these little gems and why they’re so important.

How to Feminize Marijuana Seeds

First, it’s time to familiarize yourself with a little Marijuana Seeds 101 thanks to Leafly, so you know where the whole process starts and how it will affect your yield.

• In order for male and female cannabis plants to reproduce, the males must pollinate the females using their pollen sacs. This causes the female to sprout seeds.
• After these seeds mature, the female plant will die, and these seeds have one of three options. They either get harvested to make into food products, get down into the ground later, or drop onto the ground naturally where fresh plants will grow next Spring.
• In order to avoid this, growers will plant feminized seeds without male plants around, so that the female plants produce buds instead of the seeds that eventually cause them to die.

Now that you’ve got a better idea of the meanings behind feminized and male cannabis plants, let’s cover How to Feminize Marijuana Seeds. The general aim here is to help the female plant produce pollen sacs, just as a male would. These sacs are then harvested to pollinate more female plants, which results in all-female seeds.

Use Colloidal Silver or Gibberellic Acid

Colloidal Silver is a silver thiosulphate solution that is sprayed onto the female plants, which then lets you manage the sex of the plant without any kind of modification. Colloidal silver is a mixture of silver and water and is readily available online. You can also make it yourself.

Use this solution to spray the bud sites of the plant each day for a period of up to four weeks during the flowering – this is when the pollen sacs begin to form and start opening. Remember not to smoke any plants that have been sprayed with colloidal silver.

You can also use gibberellic acid. It is a hormone that also triggers germination, but it is less commonly used as it isn’t as efficient.

Gather the Pollen

You’ll know when the sacs are ready to be picked when they have swollen and grown. Be careful not to harvest before the sacs have opened. Otherwise, they might be hollow. Keep spraying with the colloidal silver solution if needed. You can go about harvesting the pollen in several ways, such as putting a plastic bag over the plant or using a plastic cup to catch falling pollen.

Continue the Cycle

Now you can take this harvested pollen and fertilize another female plant. We suggest pollinating a whole different plant rather than the same one. It boosts the number of seeds and also creates more diverse genetics.

Simply take the pollen on a small brush and place it on the developing buds of another plant. From here, wait about five to six weeks and the calyxes of the buds will swell up. This means it’s time to harvest those seeds – and there you have it! Your own feminized cannabis seeds.

Where Can I Buy Feminized Marijuana Seeds?

You’ve come to the right place for the best feminized marijuana seeds on the Canadian market. At The Seed Pharm you’ll find over 200 strains of marijuana seeds for sale, and that includes some of the best feminized varieties. Explore them for yourself, but in the meantime, take a look at some of our best-sellers in the feminized seed range.

Final Thoughts

Feminized seeds are the most efficient way to grow marijuana. You don’t have to worry about wasting so many plants by throwing out half of your yield, so you’re saving plenty when it comes to time and money. Feminized marijuana seeds are also perfect for both indoor and outdoor growing. While these seeds are more preferred by beginners due to their limits in genetic and strain diversity, they are a great way to start out when learning how to grow cannabis.

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Germination is the process of a seed sprouting and beginning to grow. For cannabis seeds, this crucial first step sets the foundation for your entire grow. A properly germinated seed will develop a healthy root system and vigorous plant, while poor germination can lead to weak seedlings or complete failure.

This comprehensive guide covers every method to germinate marijuana seeds, helping you achieve near-perfect germination rates every time.

What You Need for Successful Germination

Cannabis seeds require three things to germinate:

• Moisture: Water activates enzymes that trigger growth
• Warmth: Optimal temperature is 70-85°F (21-29°C)
• Darkness: Seeds germinate best in dark conditions

Quality seeds from The Seed Pharm typically germinate within 24-72 hours under proper conditions, though some may take up to 7 days.

Method 1: Paper Towel Method (Most Popular)

The paper towel method is the most widely used germination technique due to its simplicity and high success rate.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare materials: Two paper towels, two plates, distilled water, and your seeds
2. Moisten paper towels: Wet the paper towels until damp but not dripping
3. Place seeds: Put seeds on one paper towel, spacing them at least 1 inch apart
4. Cover seeds: Place the second damp paper towel over the seeds
5. Create darkness: Place a second plate upside down on top to block light
6. Store properly: Keep in a warm location (70-85°F)
7. Check daily: Ensure paper towels stay moist and check for taproots
8. Transplant: When taproots reach 1/4 to 1/2 inch, transfer to growing medium

Pro Tip: Use distilled or pH-balanced water (6.0-7.0 pH) for best results.

Method 2: Direct Soil Germination

Planting directly in soil mimics nature and eliminates the risk of damaging delicate taproots during transplanting.

How to Germinate in Soil:

1. Fill a small pot with light, airy seedling soil
2. Moisten the soil thoroughly
3. Create a 1/4 inch deep hole with a pencil
4. Place seed in hole with pointed end facing down
5. Lightly cover with soil
6. Mist the surface and cover with plastic wrap to maintain humidity
7. Keep warm and check daily for sprouts (typically 3-7 days)

Method 3: Water Glass Method

The water glass method is simple and effective, especially for older seeds that may have hardened shells.

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with room temperature distilled water
2. Drop seeds into the water
3. Keep in a dark, warm place
4. Seeds will initially float, then sink as they absorb water
5. After 24-48 hours, taproots should emerge
6. Transfer to growing medium when taproots appear

Warning: Don’t leave seeds in water longer than 48 hours or they may drown.

Method 4: Starter Cubes and Plugs

Rockwool cubes, peat pellets, and rapid rooter plugs provide an ideal germination environment with built-in moisture retention.

Benefits:

• Consistent moisture levels
• Easy transplanting with no root disturbance
• Sterile environment reduces disease risk
• Perfect for hydroponic systems

Troubleshooting Germination Problems

Seeds Not Germinating

• Temperature too low: Use a seedling heat mat to maintain 75-80°F
• Too much water: Seeds can drown if submerged too long
• Old or poor quality seeds: Always buy from reputable seed banks
• Hard seed shells: Lightly scuff with sandpaper to help water penetrate

Seedlings Dying After Sprouting

• Damping off: Fungal disease from overwatering – let soil dry between waterings
• Light too intense: Keep lights 24+ inches from seedlings initially
• Nutrient burn: Don’t feed seedlings – they have enough energy stored

Transplanting Germinated Seeds

Once your taproot reaches 1/4 to 1/2 inch, it’s time to transplant:

1. Prepare your growing medium (soil, coco coir, or hydro system)
2. Create a small hole about 1/2 inch deep
3. Carefully place the seed with taproot pointing down
4. Gently cover with growing medium
5. Mist the surface lightly
6. Keep humidity high (60-70%) for the first week

Germination Rates by Seed Type

Different seed types have varying germination expectations:

• Feminized seeds: 90-100% germination rate with quality seeds
• Autoflower seeds: 85-95% germination rate
• Regular seeds: 80-90% germination rate (50% will be male)
• Old seeds (2+ years): Germination rates decrease over time

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Successful germination is the first step toward a bountiful harvest. With quality seeds and proper technique, you’ll have healthy seedlings ready to grow in just a few days.

Browse our complete selection of premium cannabis seeds – all orders include free shipping over $99 and arrive in discreet packaging within 2-5 business days.

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One of the most popular questions we get about growing cannabis at home is whether to use hydroponic or soil. Which is better for growing marijuana? Is it really going to make a difference? Does hydroponic or soil give the best yield?

While growing marijuana with hydroponics is a little pricier from the get-go, it’s much more cost-efficient in the long run with hydro technology getting cheaper and more accessible every day. But if you do want to use soil, you should also know how that works, so that you can make your own decision based on your needs and available resources.

Keep on reading to learn everything you need to know about growing weed with hydroponics vs. soil.

How Can I Grow Marijuana?

Growing your own bud can seem a little overwhelming at first, but it’s actually quite an easy process. It’s learning how to grow great quality weed that takes more time, care and patience (which is more than double when you’re a true cannabis lover like me).

Check out this summarized version of marijuana plant growth stages from Leafly to help you get a basic understanding of what to expect:

• Seed germination is the first step, and this takes anywhere from 3 to 10 days. Once the seed sprouts, it’s ready to be planted into its growing medium.
• Seedling stage takes 2 to 3 weeks. From here, it will develop larger cannabis fan leaves, and a fully grown plant will have up to 7 blades per leaf. It’s important to watch how much you water the plant at this stage as it doesn’t need a lot of water at this point.
• Vegetative state is next and it takes anywhere from 3 to 16 weeks. The plant needs up to 6 hours of sunlight per day, as well as a few hours of indirect sunlight. If you’re growing indoors, it needs 16 hours a day. This is where your plant will really flourish, and you should have transferred it over to a bigger pot. You can start watering it more and make sure to keep it healthy with plenty of nutrients.
• Flowering stage is the final phase and runs the length of 8 to 11 weeks. This is where you’ll start to see some of those sticky, resinous buds form. Buds grow the most at the finish of the flowering life cycle. This is also where you can start celebrating your achievements – your hard work has seriously paid off!

If you’re anything like me and love getting a little more in-depth, you’ll find everything you need in our Beginners Guide to Growing Marijuana.

Now that you have a basic understanding, which seeds should you get? Here are some of our most popular at The Seed Pharm as well as user reviews.

Jack Herer Marijuana Seeds

White Widow Marijuana Seeds

OG Kush Marijuana Seeds 

So Hydroponic vs Soil: Which is Better for Growing Marijuana?

Using a hydroponic system means using water as the main growing medium, rather than any type of soil. The roots grow right down into the water where there is a water reservoir. Growers often report much larger yields, more appealing-looking buds, and it’s easier to sustain.

Pros:

• Easier to control quality and quantity of nutrients
• Space-saving as you need less room for the roots
• Easily grow indoor or outdoor
• Reduced risk of diseases and pests

Cons:

• Can be more expensive upfront
• Requires more patience, care and attention

Soil is more of a traditional growing method and is loved by both beginners and pros growers. Rather than a water system nourishing the plants, everything comes from the nutrients in the soil which helps sustain them. Much like other plants it still needs to be watered, but water is not its only source.

Pros:

• Requires less care and maintenance than hydroponic growing
• A more forgiving growing process
• Great for outdoor growing
• More affordable

Cons:

• Slower growth period
• Bugs and other pests can attack soil

How to Grow Marijuana with Soil

• You can either dig a hole outside and fill it with fresh soil or fill some pots with soil. Make sure you understand the type of soil you’re using. Silty soil is the most ideal type of soil for growing cannabis, but you can also use sandy soil. Clay and loam soils are also options, but not as easy to grow with.
• Consider soaking your marijuana seeds to help them germinate. You can soak them for up to 12 hours, and afterwards put them on a towel or paper towel and store them outside of direct sunlight, but still keep them warm.
• Continue spraying these seeds to keep them moist and wait for them to germinate. They should open up within 48 hours, but this will vary depending on the type of seed and surrounding conditions.
• Once germinated, fill up some pots of containers with soil. Delicately insert the seeds into some small holes, but don’t put them too deep or too close to the surface of the soil.
• From here, spray the pots around two times per day and ensure they receive up to 16 hours of light each day.

How to Grow Marijuana with Hydroponics

• Start by setting up the water reservoir. This will hold the water pump and air stone, as well as a drainage line.
• The grow table is next, and this is where the plants will gain and return the leftover water to the reservoir.
• Each bucket for the grow table should be able to hold around 19L and need to have holes drained into the base to let the excess water drain out. Fill these buckets up with clay pellets after soaking them overnight.
• Use the plastic tubing from the water pump and place it across the table. Use the drip line gear to pierce holes into the buckets and attach the drip line emitters to the ends of the drip lines.
• Practice the system to make sure it’s working before putting the plants in. Water should be constantly moving from the air pump that helps it run and stay oxygenated.
• Now you can fill up the reservoir with the nutrient-rich water solution and place the germinated seeds inside the pellets.

Final Thoughts

The ultimate question here is: Hydroponic vs Soil: Which is Better for Growing Marijuana? Which growing option does it seem like you’d prefer? At the end of the day, the right way to grow marijuana depends on yourself. If possible, try experimenting with both soil and hydroponic methods to see which one suits you best. Hydroponic growing is more expensive upfront but can save space, reduce pests, and has easier quality control. Soil growing is easier and more cost-effective for beginners, requires less maintenance, and has a very forgiving growing process.

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And when finding where to buy marijuana seeds, can be even more confusing. Which strain is the best? Which supplier is the best? How do I know what I want? Having a clear understanding of marijuana seeds and where to purchase them will help simplify the process, letting you grow quickly and efficiently.

That’s why we want to take away the stress when it comes to knowing where to buy marijuana seeds, and instead guide you along the way. Once you know where and how to buy seeds, you can get started on planting your garden right away. And with the best time to plant is the first few months in the year, you’re getting in nice and early.

Where is the Best Place to Buy Marijuana Seeds?

With the Cannabis Act in Canada, you can now purchase marijuana seeds just as easily as buying a new pair of shoes online. There are countless online suppliers or seed banks out there, but the most important thing to remember is that not all of them are reputable sellers. This means the quality of their products is not up to par, and you probably aren’t getting what you think you’re getting.

As one of the leading marijuana seed suppliers in North America, The Seed Pharm is proud to bring you the highest quality seeds you can find on the market. Our own passion for marijuana and seeds helps us understand exactly what a fellow grower is looking for. That’s just one of the reasons why The Seed Pharm is the best place to buy any marijuana seeds you need to grow plants faster with larger yields.

What are the best marijuana seeds to buy?

It was difficult choosing just a few seeds from our range, but these best-rated seeds speak for themselves. Check out the reviews to get inspired and help you decide which seeds you’d like to see growing in your own garden.

White Widow Feminized Marijuana Seeds is a hybrid strain known for its white trichome crystals and orange hairs that develop at the end of its flowering stage. With a high THC content of up to 20%, it gives an intense high with relaxing effects. These seeds will give you a high yield at harvest, reaching between 450 and 500 grams per plant. Discover more about this strain and its best-growing conditions.

Grandaddy Purps Feminized Seeds are a high-yielding, extremely potent Indica strain. Flowering takes around 8 to 9 weeks, and the buds turn out large, dense, and with a thick resin. In terms of growing conditions, this strain is pretty tolerant to droughts, so needs little water. Read more about how to grow these seeds and whether they are best for indoor or outdoor growing.

Then there’s Pineapple Express, a feminized Sativa strain. This one is actually a blend of our most powerful cannabis strains, including White Widow, Limoncello Haze, and Strawberry Ice. Explore more about its yield and best conditions for growth.

How Many Marijuana Seeds Should I Buy?

This is definitely one of the most-asked questions, and prospective gardeners also wonder whether all seeds will survive.

The truth is that it’s completely normal for some seeds to die off, actually about a quarter of them from the total amount of seeds. But don’t let that stop you, because it actually won’t affect anything overall when you consider its small percentage.

Some seeds won’t germinate due to them being male, and these should be removed and discarded. Feminized seeds are used because a much higher ratio of them will flower.

If you use feminized seeds, you can start with around 12 seeds per cannabis plant. Once some of them don’t germinate, you can then reduce it down to the six best performing phenotypes.

Always remember: don’t go beyond your state’s legal growing limit.

Where Can I Buy Marijuana Seeds in Canada and U.S.A?

Where can you buy them specifically in Canada and the US? The good news is that you don’t have to look far, but that also means you need to be more careful about where you’re buying from.

You can buy cannabis seeds from reputable suppliers online, and you’ll get a delivery straight to your door. The Seed Pharm delivers your products using discreet packaging, and your items will be shipped off the very next day after you’ve ordered them.

We deliver to a huge range of locations in Canada and the U.S.A, including Alberta, British Columbia, Montreal, Vermont, California, Texas, Miami, Oregon, and many, many more.

Final Thoughts

Now that you know where to safely and securely buy marijuana seeds, you can get to grow. Understanding the process is easier once you’ve got more knowledge under your belt. You can confidently make your purchases and grow exactly what you want, whenever you want it. Just always remember to purchase from well-known suppliers like The Seed Pharm. This way you know you’re always getting the highest quality and most reliable service.

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And while it seems like these seeds are tough and hardy (they are), they can be ruined by improper storage. And with the prices seeds from some strains fetch, that’s money out of your wallet.

But don’t worry. We’ve put together a guide on how to store marijuana seeds that includes everything from germination temperature to light and humidity.

If you want to increase your yields and protect your seed investments, read on to learn more!

Why Store Marijuana Seeds?

There are quite a few reasons why you should be properly storing your marijuana seeds.

All of them impact the viability of the seeds once they are planted. The safer you can keep your seeds, the better your chances of them sprouting and growing to a healthy age.

Seeds can be viable from 5-10 years if they are stored properly. Some may even germinate after that, although you’ll see less success per batch.

It’s best to plant your seeds within a year of storing, however. This will ensure that you get the most yield out of your batch of seeds.

Avoiding Diseases

The first important reason to store marijuana seeds properly is to avoid contaminating them with diseases.

Like people, marijuana seeds are vulnerable to a variety of plant-specific illnesses.

Fungus and mold are major issues that you want to avoid with cannabis seeds. This usually creeps in through having too much moisture in your seeds when you store them.

There are a variety of other diseases that can affect the growth of your mature plants via seedlings. Proper seed preservation can prevent a lot of problems before they even start.

Avoiding Germination

Germination is when seeds get the right amount of moisture, sunlight, and temperature. If all three of these things happen, the seed will begin to sprout.

Improperly storing your seeds could result in them sprouting early. If you want your seeds to stay seeds, you need to protect them.

Sprouting seeds before they are planted is a time-tested way to make sure you’re not wasting planting space on seeds that won’t grow. However, you definitely want to be in control of when and where they germinate.

Building Up A Collection

Full-grown marijuana plants take up a lot of space and resources (water, nutrients, soil or hydroponics, etc).

If you have limited grow space but like to collect different strains of plants, proper seed storage is a great way to stockpile for the future.

And if you happen to stumble upon an amazing strain while breeding your plants, being able to stockpile those seeds to plant or sell later is a great option.

Avoiding Light

The first thing you want to consider when storing your seeds is keeping them out of the light.

As we said before, seeds only need light and a little moisture to germinate. But light can also introduce heat, which can breed fungus, mold, and bacteria in your seeds.

The best way to avoid light altogether is to store your seeds in an opaque storage solution that blocks all sunlight and overhead lighting from touching your seeds.

You’ll also want to keep your seeds in a space that doesn’t see a lot of natural sunlight. This could be a closet, pantry, or even a dedicated seed storage room.

Doubling up on protective measures is always a good practice when figuring out how to store marijuana seeds. If one system “fails,” the other will still keep your seeds safe.

Proper Temperature

Heat is the enemy of proper seed storage. Seeds can germinate seemingly out of thin air if they sense a temperature increase. Plus disease and mold or fungus chances are increased, the higher the temperature climbs.

In their natural state, seeds go dormant in colder months. When spring and warmer temperatures arrive, this is their signal to start sprouting.

The best temperature to store seeds is between 40-47 degrees Fahrenheit. This keeps them at a nice cool temperature to “trick” them into not sprouting early.

Seed germination temperature usually hovers around 70 degrees but can trigger at around 50, so keep this in mind when storing them.

This means that refrigeration is your best bet. Make sure that your fridge does not frost and is not outdoors where it can get too cold inside.

You can also freeze seeds. However, they will generally begin to germinate immediately once taken out of the freeze. Freezing is not ideal unless you are an experienced grower.

If there is any excess moisture, freezing can also split and kill the seeds, so they need to be properly dried and vacuum-packed before freezing. They should also be planted immediately after removing them from the freezer.

The Right Humidity

Controlling the humidity of your seeds’ storage environment is crucial to keeping moisture out.

However, if you go too dry, you leave your seeds vulnerable to insects and pests.

The ideal humidity level for seed storage is between 5 and 9%.

A Clean Environment

Keeping your seed packaging and storage environment clean and tidy keeps your seeds safe.

It prevents contamination from insects, bacteria, fungus, and mold. Plus, keeping organized helps keep you on track with what you have on hand.

Storage Solutions

For packaging and storing seeds, you need something that is light, moisture, and pest-proof.

• Mylar bags are a popular option. They are non-porous and do not let any light through. They are also very cheap and durable and can lay flat to store lots of seeds in a small space.
• Glass containers are also a popular choice. Just make sure that you get an opaque or very dark glass, and that it can form an air-tight seal. Vacuum jars are a great investment for your seed collection.
• Avoid plastic jars and bags. These are generally more porous than glass or Mylar and can let in diseases and pests.

Getting Started With Growing Marijuana

Learning how to store marijuana seeds is a critical part of becoming a marijuana grower. Seeds are the beginnings of a wonderful journey with your plants, so make sure that they get the best love and care you can give!

If you are new to growing your own marijuana and want to start building up your seed collection, we offer dozens of top-tier strains with the best-quality seeds available.

Be sure to check out our web store for great deals on amazing seeds. Our blog also has informative articles on how to grow marijuana. And as always, please feel free to contact us at tspharm8@gmail.com!

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As spring and summer are approaching, the scent and idea of growing marijuana at home is in the air. I don’t know if it’s just me, but something about sunny warm days makes me want to smoke more. And even more so, the warm weather brings out my passion to grow and cultivate my own fruit, vegetables and of course marijuana. 

For true cannabis lovers, many of them turn their attention to growing and cultivating, as oppose to just toking. We are often asked the same question, “I’d like to start out growing with just one little pot plant, to see how things go”.

At the Seed Pharm, this is exactly the kind of enthusiasm we want to hear. After all, we’ve been supplying high quality cannabis seeds for over a decade, so we like to think we’ve helped grow a few plants in our time. Now it’s 2017 and marijuana is (mostly) legal in North America. Law enforcement is busy enough today with more pressing issues, so we don’t think they are going to harass you over just one plant.

How to Begin

First, let’s remember you’re growing a plant. Really no different than your first time growing a tomato plant. Remember, its not going to be difficult, mother nature does most of the work. Marijuana is called weed for a reason, because like weeds it can grow anywhere. There is one key aspect to remember though, and that is that cannabis is what’s called a “flowering plant”, meaning that it bears its fruits only once a year, during the fall season when the daylight hours grow shorter.

This is very  important for indoor home growers because the light period, or photoperiod, of the plant has to be controlled. This basically means that a “pot plant” must be placed in over 12 hours of light daily in order to prevent the plant from flowering. This sounds crazy right? Why not let it flower now so we can smoke some buds. Truth of the matter is, you could probably do that. But the down side of this is, if a plant flowers too early, there won’t be very much bud to harvest. What you ideally want for a pot plant to grow properly, is u need it to “vegetate,” for at least a few weeks before flowering. Otherwise, the harvest will be disappointing. In order to keep a plant in proper vegetation and to grow healthy buds, the young seedling should be grown for 4 to 6 weeks before flowering is induced. During this time, the plant should get a minimum of 16 hours of light, even up to 18-20 hours is better. We all dont live in Alaska, so we don’t receive 18 hours of sunlight in the summer, so for us indoor growers, we need to use a combination of natural light near a window with good sunlight, as well as using grow lamps will be needed to ensure the proper length of its photoperiod. Don’t worry, the hydro company won’t be called for the sudden power surge required for one plant.

Horticultural Lighting

Your lamp is going to be one of the most important parts of the process. Serious growers typically use more specialized and expensive lamps, but to grow just one plant at home, many lights will work. A 250-watt HID (high-intensity discharge) bulb—either an HPS (high-pressure sodium) or MH (metal halide)—can be found in virtually any hardware store. However, these bulbs do require a specialized HID fixture and/or ballast, as they do not screw into any standard home fixture safely. Alternatively, if you do have a window with very good light and the power of the sun for a good portion of the day, you can also use fluorescent bulbs to supplement the sunlight after sunset. Fluorescent bulbs such as T5’s, T8’s or even CFL’s can provide enough light to keep your plant in a vegetative state. Just remember though, that the less intense the light, the less the plant will develop. The option of fluorescent bulbs should only be used as supplemental light for plants that receive strong sunlight during the day. If the light provided during the day isn’t strong enough, the plant will stretch wildly and not develop well enough for a proper harvest. If you’ve experienced this, Seed Pharm recommends using the 250-watt HID option for the full 12-hour photoperiod during flowering, keeping the pot plant away from a window in it’s own designated area.

Triggering the Flowering Cycle

This is the satisfying part, watching your plant grow and develop. Once it has reached a point that your plant can produce enough flowers for a decent harvest, it is time to bring her light cycle to an even split of light and darkness. 12 hours each day of light, and 12 hours each day of dark. This does not mean that you will no longer need your lamp though. During the 12-hour photoperiod of flowering, the plant will need the strongest light possible to help her produce energy for her buds.

Rarely is it possible for your plant to be in direct sunlight for these 12 hours. So you will need strong supplemental lighting.

The best option for flowering is to relocate the plant to an area like a closet or cabinet where you can hang your lamp overhead and control the light cycle exactly as required. Use a standard timer for this and put it on a 12 hour cycle.

During the dark cycle, it is extremely important that it remains a “dark cycle”, no light whatsoever should enter the space.

Any light disruptions can cause the plant’s flowering to be stressed or confused, allowing the plant to hermaphrodite (creating seeded flowers) or severely weaken yield and quality of buds.

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Container types, soil, nutrients and of course light and enclosed spaces are all equally important in growing and getting the best yield.

Because today’s focus is on growing one plant, there are many options for cultivation. Containers need to offer breathability, drainage holes and saucers to catch run offs will help. Remember not to let your plants stay too long in stagnant water. The pH levels will change and eventually be redrawn by the plant. This water can also attract bugs and mold, which you definitely don’t want.

In terms of medium, using organic soil will probably be the best, only a small amount will be required. You can also use peat-, coco-, or sphagnum-based mediums. Choose an airy medium, as u want the air to reach the root zone of the plant. Roots are like us and breath in oxygen, while above the grown the plant breathes C02.

Your plant is a growing organism and requires nutrients. Keep this in mind as organic based mediums tend to have better nutrients mixed in already. Stay away from artificial ones amd “miracle gros” whenever possible.

Thanks everyone for reading. See Pharm wants to remind you that growing can be as enjoyable as smoking. It connects you with nature and puts us back with our roots before technology took over. It’s a fun process, you will learn and always continue to improve your skills. Enjoy everyone, and keep on growing! 

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When I was a teenager, there was just “weed”, good stuff and bad stuff. I didn’t know what indica versus sativa even meant. There were very little to no choices over what type of weed you could get. You were just generally happy to get high and watch a Pink Floyd lazer show. Today, with all the advances and the possibility to buy marijuana seeds online you can grow your own cannabis at home. You can now choose the genetics and strains that interest you and not just whatever your local market can provide. Therefor it depends on the seeds genetics as the plant you want to grow could be a poor choice for your environment and or skill level. Indica, sativas, and the many hybrid strains in between all grow differently. In today’s article, were going to explore some of the differences between growing the 3 different cannabis types.

Indica Strains

Lets talk about indica strains to start with. Indicas were pretty much all you could grow in North America before sativa and hybrids were introduced. Some of the characteristics of indica plants are that they produce higher yields. They also have a shorter flowering time than sativas, and they tend to be a shorter bushier plant. The yields and flowering time associated with indica plants are what makes them so popular with growers. This means more bang for your buck if you are growing to make money. Because of the shorter flowering times, this allows outdoor growing to exist in climates where fall turns into winter quickly. For indoor growing, it just allows you to turn your crops over faster throughout the year and increase your profit margins. Also, due to the indica plants being shorter and bushier, it makes them more ideal for indoor growing when space can be limited. These are our favourite indica strains: Bluberry and Bubba Kush.

Sativa Strains

Sativa was always originally grown near the equator because of the mild winters and long summers. Some of the characteristics of the sativa plant are lower yields and longer flowering times. The plants are tall and lanky with thinner leaves than their indica cousins have. The longer grow cycle and smaller yields are generally a downside for most growers.  Also, due to the height of sativa plants, they can be difficult to work with when growing indoors. But there’s lots of upside to growing sativa plants too. I personally prefer sativa strains over indica ones. There have been some advances in the breeding and genetics of sativa strains over the years.  Lately, some have been developed to have faster flowering times and provide a higher yield. Sativas are able to handle the heat better than indicas. Which is a benefit if you are growing indoors or in hotter climates like Arizona. Our favorite sativa strains are Jack Herer and Sour Diesel.

Hybrid Strains

Finally, we have the hybrid cannabis plant. Hybrids combine the best of both sativas and indicas. Hybrid characteristics can vary based on their breeding and depending on what strain is more dominant in them. Their flowering time varies, they generally produce a high yield which is important, and their shape and size varies depending on their dominant gene. To be honest, most strains on the market today are a hybrid one way or another. Generally they will lean towards one side of their genetic spectrum and take on the dominant traits. For example, they can inherit the shorter grow time of an indica strain, while providing the cerebral highs common with a sativa. Again, they usually have the higher yields associated with indicas, and sharing the faster vegetative growth step of sativas. Some of our favorite hybrid strains are Arjan Haze and Ice Wreck.

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Growing indoor vs outdoor weed has been up for debate a lot lately. For many years growing cannabis outdoors was the only option. Growing it indoors has really taken off in the last few decades. Most of the advancements in cannabis production are a result of indoor growing. Finding ways to improve lighting, mediums, exhaust systems and doing it undetected. Of course the easy excess to seeds online have an influence on the numbers as well. As technology improved, the industry was able to expand its knowledge of the plant by leaps and bounds. This was also true for areas where outdoor farming managed to succeed like Northern California and Southern Oregon.

The differences between indoor vs outdoor weed growing are important to know for the grower and the consumer. Environment, costs and quality are the main factors to consider for the grower. While quality is probably the most important for the consumer. We’re going to look at three key differences between the two methods today.

Costs to Grow Weed

First up are the costs associated with indoor vs outdoor weed growing methods. Both indoor and outdoor operations require substantial starting costs. But the differences really start to show long-term. Indoor climate control systems can cost a small fortune to operate. Whereas a majority of the costs associated with outdoor grows are just in the beginning of the operation. Labor costs also vary between the two methods, with continual turnover in an indoor garden, there’s always work to be done. After you bought the marijuana seeds online and planted them the exciting work starts. Pruning, trellising, watering, feeding, and harvest work are ongoing and more demanding for smaller yields. Outdoors, the grower is working one crop throughout the season. Many outdoor farms with large outputs can operate with minimal employees until harvest, when additional help will be needed.

Indoor Costs

The high costs associated with indoor growing can be recovered through breeding year-round harvests, and creating potent products that have higher selling points. Also indoor growing allows for strains that would otherwise be unsuitable for their local outdoor environment and climate. However, with the rising cost of energy and an increasing demand for more flower in the marketplace, outdoor farming may be able supply the market with quality products at a more reasonable price.

Environments

Next up we have controlled environments vs the natural environment outdoor. Indoor farming allows for complete control of your environment from heat, humidity, light source, C02 production and temperature etc. Controlling these creates a stable habitat to optimize your plants’ growth without having to risk outdoor elements. The indoor grower typically finds cosmetically pristine flowers with a higher THC count. On the flip side, no bulb can produce the same spectrum of light unique to the sun. Which in turn, limits indoor gardens with smaller yields and less vigorous plants. Outdoor farming, however, requires a climate suitable for cannabis production. Good sun exposure, hot days, warm nights, and low humidity.

Complications and Hazards

Growing indoors has complications as well. When the grower tries to simulate a natural environment, there are factors in the natural process that simply cant be replicated. For example, plants grown outside have substantial help against mites from natural predators who share the habitat. Wasps, ants, and ladybugs are some of “nature’s helpers” that keep mite populations at bay. Indoors, the grower cannot hope to completely mimic the incredibly complicated natural environment. If mites appear in an indoor grow space, they can be a challenge to control.

Quality of Indoor vs Outdoor Weed

Finally we’re going to compare the quality of the cannabis between the two methods. Indoor buds have long been recognized as the top-of-the-line product. Being able to control your environment and expedite breeding has resulted in beautiful looking strains with magnificent flavour profiles. Introducing higher CO2 levels than in the natural environment increases bud growth and produces THC levels that are difficult to obtain outdoors. Additionally, indoor cannabis does not have to deal with rain, wind, or any of the other natural elements that can damage an outdoor crop. The buds remain in pristine condition and only start to degrade once handling begins. The scale of most indoor operations generally allows for crops to be harvested in peak conditions and for the product to be cured in a controlled climate.

Of course when growing outdoors, we aren’t able to control the natural environment. Though the end product may not look as pretty as an indoor grown one, the taste, effects, and aroma should still be there. Some consumers find sun-grown organic cannabis to be preferable to the cosmetically pristine indoor alternative. Recently there has been an emergence of commercial greenhouse farming that strikes a balance between the two methods. This style of farming is producing quality results, which is exciting to see in this emerging industry. As we have seen, all styles of farming offer positives and negatives, so give methods a shot if you can and stick to what you like and what works best for you. We love growing our own plants and seeding how different they develop!

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What to buy when shopping for marijuana seeds, cbd vs thc strains? For years when buying marijuana seeds online, cannabis connoisseurs have long been after potency. This was the main factor when choosing one strain over another. In the old days before marijuana shops existed, cannabis potency was the go to in the illicit market. This is what would make you buy marijuana seeds from one dealer over another. Customers wanted to get the most value for their money, so the higher the potency, the longer and better the high. Thus better value was perceived. Traditionally, cannabis users attributed strain potency to high levels of THC. Which has led to the proliferation of strains that are full of it.

THC for years was the most prevalent active compound in marijuana and the most sought after. But it is only one of at least 85 compounds that we know of. CBD is starting to emerge as the cannabinoid poised to take over top spot when buying marijuana seeds online. This is due in part to advances in modern science and society’s acceptance of marijuana’s growing legitimacy as a medicinal option. 

So what is CBD vs THC weed?

What does CBD mean exactly? CBD is the abbreviation for cannabidiol, the cannabinoid second only to THC when it comes to average volume. Research has recently shown that CBD  has anti-inflammatory, and anti-anxiety properties. It comes without the psychoactive effects (the stoned feeling) that THC provides. While high THC strains often tout levels of over 20%, in generally, CBD levels of over 4% are considered to be on the high side.

Why choose CBD over THC marijuana seeds?

So why would someone buy marijuana seeds online and choose a strain with high CBD vs THC? It was originally thought that cannabidiol’s main function was to counter the psychoactive effects of THC. However, more evidence seems to show that medically, CBD is no light weight. It looks to be especially promising for conditions that are difficult to treat such as colitis, chron’s disease, multiple sclerosis and PTSD. Another medical use that is becoming increasingly popular is to help with Dravet’s Syndrome. Which is a debilitating form of epilepsy that affects children.

Unlike pharmaceutical treatments for Dravet’s, cannabis has no lethal dose or known serious medical side effects. The fact that this condition affects children as young as a few days old makes it both a prime opportunity for non-psychoactive CBD-rich strains to help improve peoples lives. Our society still has to overcome the stigma of giving children cannabis, or “drugs” to seriously help them out. Hopefully society will overcome this stigmas, and information will be provided with the best marijuana  strains to help with this. The FDA has finally approved a study to examine the effects of CBD on epilepsy, specifically in young children.

Best CBD marijuana Strains

So what are the best marijuana strains that generally have high CBD levels? Like all strains, they vary between growers, crops and breeders. So the actual CBD medication levels will vary as well. However, here are some strains that have been actively bred in recent years to have higher CBD levels, so they might be a good place to start. Harlequin, Sour Tsunami and Cannatonic all have high CBD levels. It is also a good idea to talk with your doctor and local dispensary for their specific strains that contain high CBD levels and ask if they have any tests they can show you to back the results.
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The newest trend is to buy Marijuana seeds online, so you can say the world is “growing”. But how to grow OG Kush if you’ve never done it before? Of course we are here to help you growing your favourite strains and achieving the best results. Today we are going to talk about the often chosen strain, OG Kush. Known for is euphoric high, it is one of the most famous hybrid strains out there. It’s great for everyone, even a little mysterious as it’s calming and sedative, but gives you that euphoric high at the same time.

Tips on Growing OG Kush marijuana

If you bought OG Kush Marijuana Seed online The Seed Pharm recommends growing indoors for best results, however this strain will also do well in outdoor settings. If growing indoors, its a good idea to use the Screen Of Green (SCROG) or Sea of Green (SOG) methods. These methods will increase your yields as well as bud sizes. Keep in mind that OG can be susceptible to powdering mildew, so its more of a hands on grow as you will have to prune it to improve airflow in the canopy. OG’s buds are big and heavy, so it’s important to have support for them. A hydroponic system works well with indoor grows as it helps to prevent against diseases and keeps the plants immune system healthy and strong.

OG Kush is considered to be on the more difficult side of growing, so probably not recommended for first time growers. Something like Northern Lights is a better choice for the inexperienced grower. You can also buy these Marijuana seeds online with us. It has an industry average flowering time of 2 months, and you will be happy with the moderate yield it produces.

Climates

Ideal temperatures for OG are between 18 degrees and 26 degrees Celsius. During flowering it prefers a lower humidity level. Due to its big and dense buds, if the humidity is too high, it makes it susceptible to bud rot. So if you’re growing outdoors, you want to grow in an area with drier climates. If you are a skilled indoor grower, and you apply your grow techniques properly, you will have great results.

Of course with all of nature, everything has a different feeding cycle and preference. What works with one strain, may not be ideal for another. OG Kush gets its big dense buds as a result of heavy feeding with calcium and magnesium. It’s important to make sure your plants are receiving enough of this during flowering so the buds will develop to their best potential. In order to avoid powdery mildew, you can feed the plants with a compost tea to help bolster their immune systems.

Now that you’ve finished your crop, its time to enjoy the balanced high OG is famous for. If you have the nose for it, you will be able to detect it by its pungent and earthy smell. Another sign of fine OG Kush are the resinous crystals found on its buds. You can buy OG Kush Marijuana Seeds online with us. Thank you everyone for reading, hope this was helpful, The Seed Pharm.

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You decided it’s time to start growing one of the most famous cannabis strains at home and bought White Widow marijuana seeds online? If so, we are here to help. Today we’re going to give tips on growing the world famous White Widow. In case you are new to smoking or bought marijuana Seeds online for the first time, White Widow is the “strain” in the marijuana world. First developed by Green House seeds in the Netherlands in the early 90’s, it’s a cross between a South Indian indica and a Brazilian sativa landrace strain. Designed to be a high potency strain and easily recognized as it’s covered in resin tipped trichomes. White Widow offers a well balanced high to help relax the body, mind and soul.

Difficulty of Growing White Widow

White Widow is considered to be on the more difficult side of growing than other cannabis strains. If this is your first time growing, it may be frustrating. TheSeedPharm recommends trying an easier strain to get practice, and then move up to the Widow. It is recommended to grow White Widow indoors over outdoors. It is a fickle strain, and requires more attention to feeding and climate control. Something that is easier to do indoors as you have better control. Your plant will be happier and healthier this way, making you happier in the end as it will produce more of its famous trichomes this way.

White Widow doesn’t require a lot of heat for success. It actually prefers a more mild climate, and ideal temperature ranges are between 21 degrees to 26 degrees Celsius. Good news is the flowering time is shorter than other strains like Sour Diesel. White Widow generally takes 56 to 63 days and should give you a moderate to low yield. Remember, quality doesn’t go hand in hand with quantity. Better the quality, usually means lower the quantity.

The Screen of Green

TheSeedPharm recommends the popular Screen of Green (SCROG) method for growing White Widow indoors. Its easy to do, first fill your indoor grow space with lots of starts and begin developing a strong healthy canopy. It’s important to prune beneath the screen and remove any unnecessary vegetation during the first week or two of flowering. Make sure you stop pruning after the second week as you don’t want to put too much stress on your plants. You will also want to keep your plants growing strong with a good supply of nitrogen during the vegetative state. One your plant starts to flower, you should flush the soils and prepare the plant for a higher nutrient based formula that contains a higher phosphorous level. Lastly, we hope you have fun growing, follow the link to buy White Widow marijuana seeds online.

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Now that it is easy to buy Marijuana Seeds online. As such, more and more people are getting interested in how marijuana effects it has on the body and mind. The most psychoactive agent in marijuana is called THC. There are more than 110 cannabinoids present in cannabis, and the effects are largely unknown. It is widely regarded that the most potent psychoactive agent in cannabis is THC.

When cannabis is smoked or inhaled, the bloodstream quickly absorbs the THC. Then it reaches the brain within minutes and seconds, depending on the potency and quality. Edibles with THC are absorbed slower thru the body when it is eaten through chocolates or brownies. Consuming Marijuana this way has a delaying affect on the body, even up to several hours before the user feels it.

Cannabinoids and THC commonly found in marijuana are very similar to ones the body produces naturally. These natural produced cannabinoids act like neurotransmitters between nerve cells that send chemical messages throughout the nervous system. These neurotransmitters effect the brain in several different areas. Areas like pleasure, time perception, thinking, memory, concentration, movement, and coordination. Receptors that respond to these cannabinoids also respond to THC, which can disrupt and alter or normal daily brain functions. Especially people who suffer from abnormal brain functions benefit from buying Marijuana seeds online.

THC

THC also affects the orbitofrontal cortex and hippocampus. Certain areas of the brain that control attention and memory creation. Furthermore, THC disrupts the function of the cerebellum. This adversely affects posture, coordination, reaction time and balance. For these reasons, it is unsafe for an individual using marijuana to operate heavy machinery or perform surgeries. It isn’t safe to drive a vehicle, participate in sports or certain potentially dangerous physical activities.

Main reason THC stimulates is due to the increase in the release of dopamine. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter related to feelings of pleasure and relaxation. Effects of dopamine can be found in other more harmful drugs such as nicotine, heroin and cocaine.  Marijuana also produces sensory perception changes. Emotions are more profound, music can be more intense, and  colours may seem brighter.

Effects of Cannabis

When cannabis is smoked or eaten, the following effects are possible. You will feel an increase in appetite. Either a reduction or increase in nausea with an increased heart rate. Ones perception changes as marijuana can distort reality. Moods can be altered, you will feel a state of relaxation and euphoria. Patients will experience lower blood pressure levels. Marijuana also can reduce co-ordination and impair memory and concentration levels. Lastly, if you want to grow Marijuana, you can buy seeds online here with us at The Seed Pharm.

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The world is growing folks, and we here at the Seed Pharm love that. Today we’re going to talk about one of our locals the Dutch Treat strain. And no, we’re not based in Amsterdam as the name sounds, we’re based in the bud capital of Canada, BC. Dutch Treat is a hybrid strain, and leans more on the indica side of the strains. You can always tell Dutch Treat by it’s sweet piney smell and well balanced high. Being a more dominant indica strain, you’ll still be happy with the euphoric high you get.

Being developed in BC, and considering we like to chill out here on the west coast, Dutch Treat is an easier strain to grow. We wanted a marijuana that is easy to grow, produces an amazing yield, and can be grown in 40 – 56 days. Dutch Treat is meant for indoor growing, and can use either a hydroponic or soil set up. It has a unique and forgiving bud structure, which makes it a good strain to try for inexperienced growers.

Ideal temperatures should be in the 21 to 26 degrees Celsius range. You will want to keep your humidity and air flow down to ensure the quality of your buds. Indoor growing is ideal for Dutch Treat, as it will help to bring out its amazing aroma and will protect its terpenes. You will want to keep the lower half of the plant clear so the energy and nutrients reach where they need to be. You will also be pleased with the feeding of this strain. Just standard nutrients will do for this easy maintenance plant.

Lastly, we hope this was helpful, and Seed Pharm wishes you the best with your next Dutch Treat grow.

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It’s easy to buy marijuana seeds online, but have you tried growing Canadian marijuana seeds before but struggled? If so you’re not alone. Not all strains are as easy to grow as others. Today we are going to explore the popular strain Sour Diesel. We will give some background on the plant and some tips to help bring you the best crop possible.

Sour Diesel is a hybrid strain, bred from Super Skunk and Chemdawg 91. It is a sativa-dominant strain. (Xanax) Lots of people from the East Coast buy marijuana seeds online. Sour D is a very popular strain there, it’s recognizable by its unique pungent diesel aroma and for its energizing qualities. It’s hard to find a smoker than hasn’t experienced Sour Diesel. Thus making it among the most celebrated strains of all time.

Sativa Dominant Marijuana Strain

As mentioned, Sour Diesel is a sativa-dominant strain, which tends to grow lankier and taller than other strains. It can be a bit more difficult to manage than other plants. As its know to stretch several times when flowering. For a successful grow, you must stay on top of it. Pruning, training and topping it to keep this plant from growing out of control. If you are doing an indoor grow, its a good idea to use soil. This can help to steady the growth of this great Canadian marijuana seed.

Being one of the larger cannabis plants, Sour Diesel requires more feeding than others do. This plant grows vigorously and feeds heavily through the flowering stage. This extended feeding is worth it, as it allows its buds to maximize their potential. It’s recommended to feed the plants with a finishing nutrient. Hence it allows its sativa based buds to dense up before their final flush.

Climate for Sour D Strain

Sour Diesel prefers to grow in a mild to warm climate with ideal temperatures between 20 degrees to 29 degrees Celsius. Normal flowering time is 70 to 77 days. You should get a moderate bud yield from your crop, if you can control the stretching and feeding of this sativa, you will receive bigger yields.

This is a versatile Canadian marijuana seed strain and can grow indoor and outdoors. Due to the size and space required for Sour Diesel, its a good choice for outdoor grows. Or indoor grows in a warehouse or greenhouse that allows room for it to stretch. Sorry, this one isn’t easy to grow in small, condensed places. You want to make sure your climate stays constant as this plant is a late finisher. If you’re growing outdoors, make sure you will still have warm temperatures into October and November. Click here to buy marijuana seeds online.

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As of Monday morning (April 24), the cannabis plant stood roughly 20 centimetres high. They were found in grey planters near the centre of the garden.

Young contacted UBC botany professor Jonathan Page to confirm that the plants were indeed cannabis. Though it’s uncertain whether they were hemp. The version of the plant often used in textiles and a host of other applications. Or the flower-bearing version of the plant known as marijuana. Which contains higher levels of THC, the cannabinoid responsible for the high one feels after consumption.

AMANDA SIEBERT

Despite the perceived grey area around laws in Vancouver, growing cannabis outside of Canada’s federally licensed program is illegal.

City staff were notified of the plants. When the Straight visited the garden this afternoon, no cannabis could be seen in the grey planters indicated in Young’s photographs.

AMANDA SIEBERT

Though no one is sure where the plants came from, the Straight called cannabis activist Dana Larsen. Dana’s OverGrow Canada campaign has seen approximately five million cannabis seeds mailed across the country. As well as given away at 4/20 rallies to those interested in participating.

Cannabis Campaign

The campaign calls on “all freedom-loving Canadians to grow a cannabis victory garden. Instructions posted on OverGrow Canada’s website, Larsen suggests that these seeds be planted “at City Hall, in front of the local police station, in storefront planters, and other highly visible places.”

“I hope [the plants] are from our campaign. But I know we’re not the only ones with the same idea,” Larsen told the Straight by phone this afternoon. “Regardless, if they’re my seeds or someone else’s, I hope that it keeps happening.”

He added that it’s unfortunate to see the effort spent to remove them so quickly. But said he was glad to hear that the plants got some attention.

For Larsen, the initiative to see cannabis grown in outdoor gardens and public spaces is all part of his goal to normalize the plant.

“I want to live in a country where you see cannabis growing in somebody’s front yard, and it’s not a big deal,” he said.

Larsen acknowledged concerns from parents and politicians about plants growing in areas where children play, but debunked the idea that cannabis plants can be harmful.

OverGrow Canada

“People always worry about playgrounds and schools, but the truth is cannabis is fine for a playground. There’s no harm from it growing as a plant, and there are far more toxic, dangerous plants at elementary schools. These plants are far more harmful than anything cannabis ever could be,” Larsen said. “I don’t see any harm in cannabis plants growing in places where any other plants can grow.”

This year’s OverGrow Canada campaign has come to a close. Larsen said anyone interested in receiving seeds as part of the 2018 campaign can pre-register now.

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Ever wanted to try your hands with AK-47 strain? No not the famous Russian weapon, the even more famous cannabis strain AK-47. Originally developed by Serious Seeds in 1992, and loved by many for delivering its powerful high ever since. AK-47 is a an award winning hybrid strain. It has also been used by many great breeders to develop other popular strains in today’s marketplace.

AK-47 thrives best in indoor grow space over outdoor ones. It flowers fairly quickly and delivers tremendous yields. Average flowering time is 7 to 8 weeks. The Seed Pharm would consider AK to be on moderate side of growing difficulties, so it is a good strain for most people to try. It’s known for its big buds and its sweet and pungent aroma.

AK-47 Ideal Climate

AK-47 likes a mild and dry climate, and grown indoors allows you to regulate the humidity. Ideal temperatures are between 20 degrees to 26 degrees Celsius. Because of its big and beautiful dense buds, AK-47 is prone to bud rot. So you will want to monitor this indoors, and conversely, this makes it a challenge trying to grow it outdoors. Also, in order to get those big sexy buds, you have to feed this plant. AK-47 requires a lot of feeding during flowering. You will want to keep your phosphorus levels high while you monitor bud development. This will give you enough time to flush your plants prior to harvest.

Soil or Medium

You will want to use an organic soil or hydroponic mediums to the get the best result when growing indoors. The Seed Pharm recommends using the Sea of Green (SOG) method with this strain. You will create an even canopy by pruning and topping your AK plants, and at the same time training them through trellising. Remember that AK-47 is known for its pungent aroma, so have a good air filtration system and keep an eye on it so it runs effectively. As a result, if you’re growing “under the radar’, this may be a difficult strain to pull off. Or at least take the necessary precautions, so you wont draw attention to your grow.

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Here is an easy to follow a 4 step guide on how to germinate cannabis seeds.

Step 1 – Setting Up:

• First you will need any 2 traditional kitchen plates. Smaller sized ones work best. Line one of the plates with a few layers of wet tissue and drain any excess water from the plate. You want moisture, not a flood. Then place your cannabis seeds on top of the tissue, giving each seed as much space as possible. Pretend you are baking cookies on a tray. Then, place another few layers of moist tissue on top of the seeds. Again moisture is the key, not a flood and allow any excess water to run off. Finally you want to create a dark and moist environment for germination. So cover the first plate with the second plate, upside down, to form a clam like shell shape.

Step 2 -Germination:

• Take your claim like plates and place them somewhere warm (ideally around 21ºC) and out of direct light. Check on them daily and make sure the tissues having dried out. Moreover, use a spray bottle if you have to touch up the tissues to maintain moisture. Usually within 24 to 72 hours, your seeds should start to open up exposing a small root. This is known as your taproot. Don’t give up if your root hasn’t shot thru yet, some seeds can take up to 10 days to germinate. Once the first few millimeters of root have emerged from your germinated seed, your seeds should be carefully transferred to a small container of your growing medium. Hence the growing medium can be rockwool, coco-fibre or organic soil.

Step 3 – Potting:

• You will want to plant your germinated cannabis seed approx. 1.2 – 2.5cm below your grow mediums surface. Make a little hole for your seed and place the cannabis seed root down into the hole. Then cover the hole with a minimal amount of grow medium. Enough to block out the light, but not too much to stunt the seedlings growth from pushing upwards. You will start to notice your Cannabis seedlings poking through the surface within 72 hours after being planted.

Step 4 – The Seedling:

• Newly sprouted seedlings should be exposed to bright light from the time they emerge. The seedlings are quite delicate in the beginning, so extra care needs to be given for the first 2 weeks. Thus seedlings intended for outdoor growing should be acclimatized to direct sunlight to simulate their environment. Pace them on a windowsill inside the house to increase their exposure to direct sunlight. Do this for an hour or two per day. Seedlings intended for indoor grows may emerge into an artificially lit environment. If you are using an HID lighting system, remember that seedlings should be kept a min distance of 50 to 80cm from the bulb. Seedlings growing under the use of fluorescent lights, can be kept a normal distance from the tube/bulb.  Lastly, buy your Marijuana seeds from the seed pharm today!

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We are often asked “what’s the best way to store my marijuana seeds?”. So we decided to set up some helpful guidelines on how to store cannabis seeds. Canadian mj seeds should be kept in a dry and cool place. Rapid changes in temperature and air humidity are detrimental to cannabis seeds. We find the best and easiest way to preserve your seeds is to place them in an airtight plastic container. Then keep them in a dark dry room (a closest or cupboard are good choices).

Something to keep in mind, is that marijuana seeds are living organisms. During storage, they are in a state of rest. So picture yourself resting – in the dark, in a dry place without fluctuation of light and humidity. Once a Canada marijuana seed comes into contact with humidity, all the nutritional substances they contain get released and this starts the germination process. For longer preservation periods, ideal circumstances are to have humidity under 9%. It’s also a good idea to vacuum seal your seed package for extended storage periods.

Temperature

It’s also best to keep your mj seeds in a consistent temperature. Whether you have them in a garage, fridge or freezer, you want to leave them in that same place until you are ready to use them. Once you are ready to grow, take your seeds out and let them acclimatize to room temperature. Taking your seeds in and out of the refrigerator for instance, will cause temperature oscillations that can damage the seeds. Of course, we do not want you to damage you seeds. Instead harvest nice big buds from your Canadian cannabis seeds.

Light

Light is another danger to the storage of your seeds. Like humidity, light can cause germination. Exposing your seeds to as minimal light as possible, will help to maintain optimal sprouting and seed duration. Thanks for visiting the Seed Pharm today, the best place to buy marijuana seeds online.

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Here’s what drying and curing Canadian seeds cannabis properly does for you…

Breaks down chlorophyll and dramatically improves taste / smoothness of buds

Gets rid of the unpleasant “fresh hay” or “cut grass” smell which is common on newly harvested buds

Brings out the subtle flavors and unique smell of your Canadian seeds cannabis strain

Reduces “harshness” in buds; you’re less likely to start coughing or get a headache

Buds are less likely to cause anxiety, racing thoughts, or paranoia

Reduces the chance of mold or bacteria growing on your buds

Curing seems to actually increase potency! Read on to learn more…

In most cases, a proper cure will change the subjective effects of buds. There is something that happens during a slow curing process which changes the exact composition of cannabinoids and terpenoids. This changes how the buds of your Canadian marijuana seeds make you feel.

Try smoking buds directly off the Canadian marijuana seeds plant vs smoking those same buds after they’ve been dried/cured. The best way to understand the difference is to try it for yourself!

Many growers feel that drying buds slowly and proper curing will actually make buds feel more potent up to a point. Growers also report that properly cured Canada seeds cannabis are much more pleasant to smoke, vaporize, or turn into edibles. This is likely due to how cannabinoids and terpenoids are altered during the curing process.

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Canadian marijuana seeds need the following to get the best germination rates:

Moisture – Keep things moist but not soaking (you can soak hard Canada marijuana seeds for up to 24-32 hours, but do not leave seeds soaking in water for longer than that).

Peace – Canada marijuana seeds need to be left alone while you’re waiting for the taproot to show up.

Warmth – Keep things warm to get the best germination rates, but not too hot! Think springtime. Seeds can definitely germinate in cooler temps, but germination tends to take longer when it’s cool.

Gentle – Be careful when checking seeds, and treat them gently when you have to move them. Avoid touching their white root if possible; the taproot is very fragile and easily snaps off!

Plant Root Down – When planting germinated seeds, point the white root downwards into the growing medium to prevent the seedling from having to reorient itself.

Plant Knuckle Deep – When planting germinated Canada marijuana seeds, they don’t have to be placed too far under in the growing medium, about a half inch to an inch (1.3 cm – 2.5 cm) down from the surface of the medium should be enough.

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Here is an easy to follow 9 step guide on how to grow marijuana.

1. Let the seeds soak in water that is 65°F (18°C)  until they split open and roots appear
When seeds achieve a nice moistness level, they will enlarge and split open. A single root will grow downward with gravity out of that split. The root will always grow down no matter what and the stem will always grow up.

Placing your seeds in water ensures that they have achieved the proper moisture level for the process of germination to begin. The seeds will not take on excess water and drown until about 2 weeks after they have cracked open. You will have already transplanted them into soil by then.

When you fill your glass with water, simply put it in the living room so that it shifts to the temperature of the environment. Tap water is fine, but don’t give the seeds any extra nutrients because they already have everything they need. The seeds will crack open in between 2 and 7 days. Make sure to replenish the water in the glass every other day. Start transplanting when the roots reach  0.1 to 0.2 inches (3 to 5 mm) in length. Download my free marijuana grow guide to learn more about marijuana seeds at this link.

2. Place your seeds in a ½-inch hole in small pots with seedling soil.

The nutrient level of the seeds is already adequate, so you should use a soil with fewer nutrients to start. Soil made specifically for seedlings and clones that has low quantities of nutrients is ideal. Plants are very susceptible to nutrient burn at this stage if you give them too many nutrients.

The pots should be filled halfway with the seedling soil. To make the half-inch hole, use your finger tip or a pen. Each seed should have its own pot. Since the roots will always grow down, you don’t have to worry how you place the seeds in the soil.

Place the seed in the hole, and cover it up with the soil. When you spray the soil with water, it will tamp down on its own. Avoid pressing the soil. The germination process will continue until the plant starts to surface within a week. The taproot will produce other root offshoots so that the system is strong.

3. Use a plant sprayer to moisten the soil
Water is responsible for both life and germination, making it the most vital component early on. It is extremely important that you give the plants plenty of water and keep the soil moistened.

Plants that don’t receive enough water will compensate by not growing to full capacity. This is largely to increase the plants’ chances of survival. Of course, too much water can cause the plants to lose out on valuable oxygen. Leaves will start to wither and the marijuana plant and growth medium will become more susceptible to diseases and bacteria.

The soil needs to stay adequately moist (not too dry and not over-soaked). The seedling won’t use much water, but a lot of the water evaporates fast. This is the major reason why seedlings should never go on a windowsill or near a heater. Spraying the plants 1 or 2 times throughout the day should be plenty.

4. Put pots 2 inches below CFL tube
Other than water, light is another vital component for the plant’s growth. Light and water help convert carbon dioxide into oxygen and glucose—necessary resources for plant growth. This is referred to as photosynthesis.

When plants don’t receive adequate light, they will form fewer side branches and will elongate abnormally. This stretching helps marijuana plants grow taller to grab enough light in nature. Plants that receive adequate light will grow wider (not taller) and produce a flurry of side branches with a ton of buds. Light should be kept on 24 hours per day and the room should have a consistent temperature of around 72° Fahrenheit.

The pots should be placed under a cool white CFL light at a distance of 2 inches. These tubes don’t create that much heat, they’re energy efficient, and they use the ideal light spectrum for seedlings. Seedlings require about 3 to 5 watts each. When the plants surface after 5 to 10 days, they will need all the light they can get to grow optimally.

5. Keep the environment optimized
Creating the ideal climate is also important for germinating the marijuana seeds under ideal conditions. CFL tubes don’t produce that much heat, but they will keep the soil warm. You can keep the distance between the plants and the bulbs to a minimum, but if the temperature exceeds 77° F, then you should move them farther apart or cool down the area.

Soil moisture is important to ensure that the seed disposes of the water. Avoid feeding the seeds until the initial leaves make it through the soil. This happens after about 5 to 8 days. Be patient and just check the moisture level of your soil without feeding any nutrients.

6. First signs of the seedlings
As soon as the seedlings pop their heads out of the soil, it’s vital to inspect the distance between the plant and the light. Adjust the lights if the temperature goes past 72° Fahrenheit or the leaves start receiving excessive light. The soil also needs to stay moist. The leaves on the plants can absorb water, so continue spraying them 2 times per day.

Again, this early stage in life makes the plants susceptible to damage from negative conditions. Don’t use a lot of nutrients and make sure the lights stay on 24 hours to produce a reliable climate. Avoid touching the plants and do not take away the seed skins from the leaves

The plants need to grow and develop sturdy root systems. Big green leaves are capable of absorbing ample light and converting it into energy. Healthy root systems allow plants to take in plenty of water and nutrients. The plant is just starting to form the base for the remainder of its life, so it’s important that they receive proper, diligent care.

7. First two internodes
When the initial internodes start to form, you can feed your plant with root-stimulating foliar nutrients. Start the plants off with a small dose as the developing roots can’t withstand higher concentrations just yet.

The plants will start to grow rapidly (about 0.5 inches per day). Inspect your plants each day for signs of nutrient surplus (e.g. burned leaf tips).

8. Transplant into bigger pots when roots grow out of the bottom
The roots will start to grow out of the bottom of your smaller pot at which point it’s time to transplant. The plant will become rootbound and stop growing if you do not transplant.

To recognize the roots, look for white tips poking out of the bottom. Check for the roots each day and start giving your plants grow stimulator, which is high in nitrogen. More about nutrients on this link.

9. Grow you plants outdoors or under MH/HPS lights
If everything went as planned, then you have strong, healthy plants that will eventually produce high yields. A good start in life means that the plants will be less susceptible to bacteria, diseases, pests, and the effects of harsh weather extremes. Plants that are healthy can better absorb water and nutrients and will develop a faster metabolism for better yields. If you email me a photo of your seedlings, I will publish them on my site.

These plants can now grow outdoors and will thrive in a wind-free location that gets a lot of sun. The plants will also do better in a big container (15 gallons) on a stool. This keeps away any interference from animals like rabbits or snails.

As you have seen, it’s not very hard to grow healthy marijuana plants. If you want to start growing yourself, download my free marijuana grow bible and order some marijuana seeds. All top quality marijuana seeds are available in my marijuana seed shop. We ship seeds to the US, CA and many other countries. For any grow related question please visit the marijuana support page.

Robert

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