by Kent Gruetzmacher
Feel like you ’ re not getting the most out of your grow ? Maybe it ’ s time to reconsider what ’ s in your garden . Applying these criteria might help you get on track for growing cannabis that meets your needs .
When trying to decide what cannabis strain to grow , there are several important variables that could influence your decision making . These variables include personal taste , cultivation techniques , as well as your experience as a grower . In the process of deciphering the differences between cannabis strains , notions of sativas and indicas are helpful for general categorization purposes . Yet , with aggressive cannabis breeding programs taking place around the globe , most cannabis strains on the market today are hybrids of some sort . That being said , the terms sativa and indica can point you in the right direction , but truly appreciating the finer distinctions of different cannabis strains is a highly nuanced affair . With general terminology as your guide , you should strive to figure out what cannabis strains best fit your palate and cultivation methods .
What Type of Cannabis Do You Enjoy ?
Personal preference is a great place to start when it comes to choosing the right cannabis strain to grow . After all , why spend time and money growing types of cannabis you don ’ t really enjoy consuming ? Sativa-dominant strains are known for having an energetic high that is also good for staying focused . If you enjoy consuming cannabis while engaging in physical activities like hiking , sativadominant hybrids are likely a good choice . Sativa-dominant strains are also known to have a cerebral effect that is good for creative work like writing , painting , and playing music . Examples of classic sativa-dominant hybrids include Green Crack , Blue Dream , Sour Diesel , and Jack Herer . If you enjoy consuming cannabis to relax after a long day of work , an indica-dominant strain will likely be a great fit . People also report that indicadominant hybrids help them sleep when they are restless , as well as relieve stress in social situations . Indica-dominant strains are believed to have a mellowing effect that is often referred to as a body high . Examples of classic indica-dominant strains include Girl Scout Cookies ,
Gorilla Glue , Blueberry , Northern Lights , and Purple Kush .
How Long are Flowering Periods ?
Another critical concept to consider when choosing a cannabis strain to grow is the length of flowering periods . Whether it be time constraints with an indoor garden , or a shortened season for an outdoor operation , the amount of time it takes to finish flowering should always be considered when choosing cannabis strains .
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