How to Choose Cannabis Seeds
Choosing cannabis seeds comes down to four decisions made in the right order. Most growers get distracted by strain names and THC numbers before they've answered the questions that actually matter. Get the flower timing right first, then the type, then the strain.
This is the most important decision you'll make. Autoflowers and photoperiods are fundamentally different grows. Get this wrong and everything else is harder.
Autoflower Seeds
- Flower based on age, not light
- Seed to harvest in 9 to 12 weeks
- No light schedule change required
- Compact, 2 to 4 feet tall
- 2 to 3 outdoor harvests per season
- Best for new growers and small spaces
Photoperiod Seeds
- Flower in response to light schedule change
- 4 to 6 months from seed to harvest
- More control over plant size and yield
- Larger plants, larger yields per plant
- One outdoor harvest per season
- Best for experienced growers
Not sure which flower timing fits your situation? See the full breakdown in our Autoflower vs. Photoperiod guide.
Indoor, outdoor, or limited space? Your growing environment determines which genetics make sense before you ever look at a strain name.
You control everything: light, temperature, humidity. Autoflowers run well on 18 to 20 hours of light start to finish. Photoperiods need a switch to 12/12 to flower. Indica-dominant strains stay compact and manageable in a tent.
Your climate zone determines which genetics work. Autoflowers finish in 9 to 12 weeks and can run 2 to 3 cycles per season. Photoperiods finish in fall. Check your USDA hardiness zone before you order. See outdoor planting timing for region-specific guidance.
Autoflowers are the clear choice for small spaces. Most stay under 3 feet. For photoperiods in tight spaces, choose indica-dominant short season strains and plan to train them. See our pot size guide for container sizing by setup.
THC, CBD, sativa, indica, hybrid? Once you know your flower timing and environment, this is where you narrow down to the right genetics. All seeds are feminized.
Energizing, uplifting, and terpene-forward. Sativas grow tall with bold citrus and fuel profiles — ideal for outdoor growers with vertical room or experienced indoor cultivators who want maximum aroma.
Energizing, active daytime experience with terpenes like limonene and pinene dominating the aromatic profile. Sativas tend toward bright citrus, fuel, and floral notes.
Tall, stretchy plants with narrow fan leaves. Expect significant vertical stretch during the first few weeks of flower — plan for space or train early.
Outdoor grows with ample vertical room, experienced indoor growers who can manage height, or anyone after bold terpene-forward flavor profiles.
Lemon Avalanche
3.1% TerpenesThe highest terpene content in our entire lineup at 3.1% total terpenes. Bright citrus, lemon, and fuel on tall, vigorous plants. If aroma and flavor are your priority, this is the one.
Grower tip: Train early — this strain stretches significantly at flower flip. Top or LST during vegetative growth to manage height.
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Blue Lemonade
Strong Bag AppealRipe berry and gas terps on an upright sativa frame. Bold flavor and strong visual appeal — dense, colorful buds with a terpene profile that stands out in any lineup.
Grower tip: This strain performs well with a longer vegetative period — give it time to develop structure before flipping to flower.
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Jack Herer Auto
Award WinnerAward-winning Jack Herer genetics in a compact 28–35" autoflower. Up to 46g/sq ft with classic citrus, pine, and spice terps. All the character of a legendary sativa without the light schedule.
Grower tip: Keep nutrients light — autoflowers are sensitive to overfeeding but respond well to a dialed-in environment.
View Jack Herer Auto →Compact, fast-finishing, and resin-heavy. Indicas stay manageable in small spaces with shorter flowering times — the go-to for indoor growers who want reliable results without height management headaches.
Dense, resinous flower with terpene profiles dominated by myrcene, linalool, and caryophyllene — earthy, herbal, and musky aromatic notes are common across indica-dominant varieties.
Short, bushy plants with wide fan leaves and dense internodal spacing. Less stretch at flower flip — easier to manage in a tent or confined space.
Indoor growers with limited vertical space, growers who prefer a shorter, faster grow cycle, and anyone after heavy resin production.
Royal Berry
Excellent HashBerry, herbal, and mint-vanilla terps with consistent purple coloring. Excellent resin production makes it a standout for anyone interested in extracts. Compact, manageable indoor plant.
Grower tip: The purple coloring intensifies with cooler night temperatures during late flower — a natural way to improve bag appeal.
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LSD
Up to 60g/sq ftHeavy resin production with yields up to 60g/sq ft. Original Skunk #1 x Afghan Indica genetics. One of the more reliable high-yielders in the catalog.
Grower tip: Supports heavy training well — this strain responds to topping and LST with significant yield increases.
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Purple Lemonade Auto
New Grower PickStunning purple buds and bright citrus flavors. Sturdy structure and strong internodal spacing make it ideal for learning basic training techniques. One of the most forgiving autoflowers in our catalog — no light schedule required.
Grower tip: Plant directly into your final container — autoflower roots are sensitive to transplant stress.
View Purple Lemonade Auto →Balanced, versatile, and forgiving. Hybrids combine traits from both ends of the spectrum — moderate height, mixed terpene profiles, and strong performance indoors and out. Most of our catalog lands here. If you're not sure where to start, this is it.
Balanced aromatic profiles — hybrids draw from both ends of the terpene spectrum, combining citrus, fuel, and floral notes from sativa genetics with the earthy, resinous character of indicas.
Medium height with moderate stretch at flower flip. Generally more manageable than pure sativas indoors while still producing generous yields. A good all-around structure for most grow setups.
Growers who want versatility — hybrids perform well indoors and out, respond well to training, and work across a wide range of climates and experience levels.
Candy Mountain
~23% THCSweet candy, citrus, and depth. Compact plant with consistent outdoor performance — a reliable producer that handles variable conditions well.
Grower tip: A strong outdoor performer — the compact structure handles wind exposure better than taller sativa-dominant plants.
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Hyperion Auto
2.5% TerpenesThe tallest auto in our lineup at 47–51". Pine, gas, and sour terps at 2.5% total terpenes. Mold tolerant with high yields — a serious auto for growers who want photoperiod-level performance without the light schedule.
Grower tip: Give this one vertical room — at nearly 4 ft it benefits from a larger container than most autos.
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Smoke Show
~31% THCPine, woody, and funky with a balanced effect profile. A short season photoperiod that finishes earlier than full season strains, making it reliable for northern climates.
Grower tip: A good choice for outdoor growers in zones 5 and 6 where fall arrives before most full season strains finish.
View Smoke Show →Federally compliant CBD and CBG varieties that stay under the 0.3% Delta-9 THC threshold. Legal to grow in more states than THC-dominant strains — the right choice for hemp farmers, wellness growers, and anyone navigating stricter state regulations.
CBD-dominant strains produce high cannabidiol content with minimal THC. They look, grow, and smell like cannabis but stay compliant under federal hemp regulations. Popular for wellness applications and commercial hemp production.
CBG is the precursor cannabinoid from which others develop. Type 4 strains are bred specifically for CBG production with a mild, floral character. See Crystal Vision for our CBG option. Always check your state's cultivation rules before ordering.
Gooseberry
Best CBD Bag AppealSweet berry and pine terps. Bred specifically for smokable flower bag appeal and density — not just cannabinoid numbers. Strong yields with a visually appealing finish that stands out in the hemp market.
Grower tip: Responds well to training — topping during vegetative growth significantly increases yield on this variety.
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Blackberry Punch Auto
Easiest CBDRich purple color with sweet berry flavor. Compact 18–24" plants — the smallest in our CBD lineup, making it ideal for discreet outdoor grows or small indoor spaces. No light schedule required.
Grower tip: The easiest CBD option we carry — if you've never grown hemp before, start here.
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BaOx
24% CBD24% CBD with reliable field performance across multiple seasons. The foundation strain behind our entire CBD breeding program — selected for compliance consistency and proven yields.
Grower tip: The most proven CBD strain in our catalog for commercial production. If compliance consistency is your top priority, BaOx is the benchmark.
View BaOx →You've answered the first three questions. Now pick your strain based on what sounds good to you — the fundamentals are already sorted.
Pick any autoflower. The flower timing matters more than the strain. See our full breakdown in Best Seeds for New Growers.
Check your zone first. Use the USDA Zone Map to find your frost dates, then match your flower timing to your season length.
Decide on light schedule management before anything else. Autoflowers run 18/6 start to finish. Photoperiods need a 12/12 flip to flower. Read the full grow guide before you start.
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