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One of the most popular strains for home-growers because it is easy to grow and has a high yield. This strain produces exceptionally well for indoor growers, producing a high yield-watt ratio, hydro or soil, with SOG (Sea of Green) producing the best results. Growers will find a huge central bud with smaller periphery buds. Special care should be taken to thoroughly dry after harvest. The buds are typically long and thin and the odor is decidedly not pungent producing a smooth smoke. Initially Indica dominant, recent breeding has introduced more Sativa, improving potency and resin content.

The all time classic Girl Scout Cookies was grafted in San Francisco from two of the most potent and well recognised strains, OG Kush and F1Durban Poison. Tall and slender, with an enticing look and smell and a very nuanced and pleasant flavour, the high combines mental stimulation with a strong, relaxed body stone making it a fine choice for those who want a remedy for anxiety while still enjoying a cerebral high. It is a great recreational strain, perfect for listening to music, creativity, drawing and high minded conversation. Very popular amongst medicinal users who need a bit of extra energy to get through the day.

The Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan and Pakistan is known for its history of cannabis and hashish production. Years of natural and human selection for the most resinous, Indica-dominant plants have resulted in short, stocky bushes covered with huge, shiny trichomes. The Indica-dominant genetics shortened typical flowering times, allowing plants to be grown all the way up to Alaska where the winter frost arrives early. While Haze varieties generally dominate the Sativa category in the seedbank contest, Kushes traditionally prevail among the Indicas. Nowhere are Kush strains more prevalent than in Southern California with their many medical-marijuana dispensaries True Kush strains have also spread far and wide throughout Northern California and beyond Strains with “Kush” in their name boast such a reputation for potency, and those who know can immediately discern that particular lemon-fuel odor and telltale tiny nuggets as the real deal. The intense citrus flavor, skunky odor and extremely long-lasting stone are memorable.

OG stands for Ocean Grown, and it also refers to Original Gangster, though technically it refers to plants traditionally grown outdoors since salty conditions will kill cannabis. The strain became very popular and spread out form the LA-San Francisco area. It refers to a wide variety of Indica hybrids that are commercially available. It is used for medicinal purposes though it is a stimulant and my keep you awake.

Purple haze is an 80:20 sativa dominant strain said to produce enough anergy to clean the house ! Its light adrenaline effect raises spirits and produces high amounts of long lasting energy. It is recommended for depression and low energy due to the uplifting feeling that comes along with the buzz. Smelling and tasting like grapes and sandalwood Purple Haze is used primarily in medical cases but also commonly used recreationally for its slightly psychedelic effects. Recommended for all users.

The Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan and Pakistan is known for its history of cannabis and hashish production. Years of natural and human selection for the most resinous, Indica-dominant plants have resulted in short, stocky bushes covered with huge, shiny trichomes. The Indica-dominant genetics shortened typical flowering times, allowing plants to be grown all the way up to Alaska where the winter frost arrives early. While Haze varieties generally dominate the Sativa category in the seedbank contest, Kushes traditionally prevail among the Indicas. Nowhere are Kush strains more prevalent than in Southern California with their many medical-marijuana dispensaries True Kush strains have also spread far and wide throughout Northern California and beyond Strains with “Kush” in their name boast such a reputation for potency, and those who know can immediately discern that particular lemon-fuel odor and telltale tiny nuggets as the real deal. The intense citrus flavor, skunky odor and extremely long-lasting stone are memorable.

A cross between Blueberry indica and sativa Haze, Blue Dream produces a balanced euphoria without a heavy sedative effect making it a popular medicinal cannabis for daytime use. It is known to relieve the symptoms of nausea, pain and depression, lifting patients and giving them a calm hit of energy while still numbing the body enough to dull pain. Blue Dream is considered more of a heady high and a common and popular entry point for new cannabis users requiring a high THC level. Calming the overactive mind, Blue Dream is used to treat stress and tension creating an instant, long lasting, blissful feeling. The sweet blueberry flavour of this silvery blue buds makes this a highly palatable and mellow smoke. The immediate effects are focus and stress relief, easing into a calm body release. Great for day and night time consumption.

This Sativa-dominant hybrid is bred from Granddaddy Purple and Platinum Cookies. Golden hairs glow in the thick coat crystal trichomes and highlight the small, dense, camouflage-colored buds. This strain grows well indoors and out, and it is used medicinally to relieve pain, muscle tension, and anxiety. Strong Sativa genetics give it uplifting and stimulating effects that won’t put you down. It is recommended for social gatherings or creative pastimes. It has a sweet, lemony flavor.THC is 15% and CBD’s are .35%. It is easy to grow in most conditions.

This beautiful dark dense sweet bud is an Indica dominant strain very popular in Dutch coffee shops. The effect is a heavy body high with a cerebral rush caused by the high THC content of up to 18%. Gorgeous golden threads highlight an abundance of trichomes making this a powerful yet enjoyable smoke. Good for stress relief, relaxation and insomnia.

This all time classic strain is said to be the cream of the crop. Jack Herer is a very popular and well recognised sativa dominant strain. Combining a Haze hybrid with Northern Lights and a Shiva Skunk cross, Jack Herer produces a sweet and spicy aroma with a sweet underlying lemon-cayenne after taste in a phenomenally smooth smoke. Jack Herer is known to be a feel good strain and is perfect for anxiety and depression and relieving tension while allowing for focus.

True to its name, Jack The Ripper is considered “killer” weed. A strong lemon smell is impossible to miss along with a fruity flavour. A Sativa dominant strain produces a mostly “head high” and although it may take a while for it to kick in, when it does its very strong. Not recommended for evening use if one needs to get a good nights sleep. As far as medicinal uses this strain can be helpful for pain relief and increasing appetite.

This strong hybrid is created by crossing Orange Velvet and Space Queen. The buds are dark green with red hairs and very sticky resin. Jilly Bean has a strong orange aroma. The effect is a mellow body high, keeping the head clear. This strain can help regulate mood and provide stress relief. Can be helpful for those suffering from depression, schizophrenia, ADHD and others.

Pineapple express gets it's name from it's parent, Hawaii and Trainwreck, though it does also have a somewhat pineapple fruity taste too. This lovely Sativa gives a good energetic buzz coupled with a mellow body numb. The balance allows for focused activities and mild pain relief. With a THC content of 17% Pineapple express is recommended for mild aches and pains, low energy, headaches, tension and anxiety.

A dominantly 80:20 indica strain from Michigan, Sensi-Star is a fine weed for both medical and recreational use. Smelling like a pine in the blossom and tasting like Hash Plant it is a very pleasant smoking experience and great for relaxing after a hard days work when attitude adjustments may be needed. Its general anaesthetic and hunger inducing effect make it a great strain for general medical use as well as allowing for a very deep sleep. Medium to high potency of THC makes this a wonderful strain for all user.

Like it's name suggest, this indica dominant forest green plant with burnt sienna coloured hairs produces an extremely powerful body buzz and an equally strong mind fog, like a band sitting across your head holding it together . Though it is commonly listed as a sativa cannabis, its origins seem to come from a mix of the powerful indica strains of OG Kush and Master Kush, and Sour Diesel which would explain the strong sativa high. Good for depression, anxiety and stress, the pleasant tasting pine flavoured weed takes effect immediately, relaxing the body into a state of numb pleasure and reducing tension, pain, headaches and muscle spasm.

A sativa dominant hybrid of Skunk, Northern Lights & Haze, Super Silver Haze is probably the most famous sativa plant in the world having won many awards. The magnificent plant appears earthy and brown due to the abundance of orange hairs that cover the super green buds. On consumption, a wild rush of energy is immediately felt throughout the body producing a calming, uplifting, clear-headed feeling of content. Medicinally effective for headaches, migraines, anxiety and appetite problems, the famous Super Silver Haze is recommended for day time or evening use.

A mix of two popular and powerful strains, Jack Herer and G-13, this hybrid mix makes one great smoke. The buds are delicate and healthy green in colour with light brown hairs. Patients who smoke this can expect XJ-13 to give them a nice clear head with a light body buzz. Overall it has a good daytime record, it calms you down, but keeps your mind focused and attentive.