6 Reasons to Grow Regular Cannabis Seeds
Ever dreamt of creating your dream strain? Experimenting in your grow room through the night after night until you get the perfect cannabis strain? Well, if you want to dream that dream, you will need to pop some regular cannabis seeds.
Most growers head straight for feminised and autoflowers, but what about regular cannabis seeds? They often get overlooked in favour of the others, but there's no good reason why that should be. Regular cannabis seeds might require a bit more effort, but they are worth it. To simplify things, we've compiled a list of reasons why you should give them a go. We've highlighted seven strains you might like to grow.
Step right up, step right in. Here are six reasons to grow regular; it's about to begin!
6 Reasons to Grow Regular Cannabis Seeds
Genetic Stability
Not that it's a significant problem when you buy top-tier cannabis genetics from seed banks like ASC, but it is a fact that if you grow regular cannabis seeds, they are less likely to produce hermaphrodites than fems or autoflowers.
ASC recommendation: Hindu Kush
Hindu Kush is straight from the valley it is named after and is one of the best regular cannabis strains to grow. This pure indica is ideal for first-time regular growers. This solid and reliable classic produces fast harvests of thick Afghani flowers. Hindu Kush is remarkably potent for a regular and produces a mellow body high.
Breeding Potential
Because regulars can produce male and female plants, Growing regulars allows growers to experiment and develop their strains. There's no better way or another way to create your own strains and make your mark on the cannabis landscape.
ASC recommendation: Bubble Gum
Bubble gum is a legend of Amsterdam and the basis for countless hybrids, so it is ideal to start your breeding journey. This version is an IBL (inbred line), meaning it has been repeatedly backcrossed to produce the best Bubble Gum features. It's stable, potent, and is a one-of-a-kind classic. If you're serious about breeding cannabis plants, Bubble Gum by Serious Seeds is the perfect place to start.
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Healthier Plants
Cannabis plants grown from regular seeds tend to be more robust and resilient, often resulting in better overall health and vigour than their hybrid counterparts.
ASC recommendation: Jack Flash
Jack Flash is a three-part classic cannabis strain. Sensi Seeds carefully selected a Jack Herer mother and crossed it with a blend of Super Skunk and Haze. The trio has produced countless hybrids, and having the chance to grow them in unison by cultivating Jack Flash is almost too good to pass up. Jack Flash will take 8-9 weeks of indoor flowering and produce a THC content of >22%.
A Chance to Learn
At ASC, we believe that the more you grow, the more you know. This is especially true when it comes to regular cannabis seeds. Cultivating regular seeds opens up a world of learning opportunities that you might otherwise miss. By growing regular seeds, you gain a deep understanding of the plant's life cycle, learn how to identify and manage male and female plants, collect pollen, and pollinate. The learning never stops, but neither does the fun.
ASC recommendation: 80's Durban Poison
We could have picked any regular cannabis seed for this one, but we went with 80s Durban Poison by Khalifa Genetics. Everyone and their dog has heard of Durban Poison, but this classic cannabis strain almost went extinct. Rest assured, breeders like Khalifa and Dutch Passion are keeping Durban Poison alive and well. These mould-resistant plants will grow tall and take over 10 weeks to flower, producing a quality yield that will make you wonder why you didn't grow it sooner.
High-Quality Diverse Yields
While feminised and auto seeds can certainly produce high-quality yields, regular seeds offer a unique advantage. They provide a broader diversity in cannabinoid and terpene profiles, which can lead to a more aromatic, flavorful, and potent final product. This diversity is something to be excited about and can add a new dimension to your cultivation experience.
ASC Recommendation: Michka
The Michka strain, developed by Sensi Seeds, is a Sativa-dominant variety named in honour of the French cannabis icon Michka Seeliger-Chatelain. Growers and users highly value this strain for its elegant structure, citrusy aroma, and potent effects. Due to its height and longer flowering time, Michka is more suited for those with some cultivation experience. Flowering will take over ten weeks and is ideal for indoor growing techniques like Sea of Green (SOG) or Screen of Green (ScrOG).
Natural Growth Cycle
It's all about going back to nature. Regular seeds follow the natural photoperiod, allowing growers to plan their plants' growth. For indoor growers, this means you can control the vegetative and flowering stages through light exposure, ensuring a more natural and controlled growth cycle.
ASC Recommendation: Cannatonic
Resin Seeds, the breeders of Cannatoinc, put it best when describing this regular cannabis strain. Cannatonic is the best of both worlds, a phenotype selected from the hybrid cross between a female MK Ultra (F1) and the all-time famous G13 Haze male. It grows like an Indica, smells like a Sativa, and renders you... Cannatonic.
Regular Cannabis Seeds at Amsterdam Seed Center
We have more regular cannabis seeds online and in-store. You can check those out here, but if regulars are not for you, check out Amsterdam's No#1 seedbanks seedbanks seed finder. Until next time, the more you know, the more you grow.