To test whether a seed’s size, color and/or shape influences its ability to germinate, we tested 50 seeds of various sizes, colors, and shapes. All seeds were placed in distilled water and separated into five solocup shot glasses based on their size, shape, and color. We germ-tested 10 seeds in each of the following five categories: Large-Dark, Small-Dark, Large-White, Small-White, and Dark-Odd Shaped (meaning not elliptic as most cannabis seeds are). All seeds were stored in their respective shot glasses, placed in a box together, and left in an environment with low to no light, minimal air flow, approximately 60% ambient relative humidity, and at a temperature of approximately 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The seeds were observed on day 3, day 5, and day 8 to determine germination rates and progress.
Disclaimer: As a disclaimer, I would like to state that this was a preliminary test of seed viability with a very small population size. For conclusions that are statistically significant, more testing will need to occur with larger population sizes. This is by no means a definitive test of seed viability but rather a preliminary inquiry into this issue. This test was mainly to show that seeds with lighter colored to white seed coats, as well as abnormally shaped seeds, and smaller seeds can still be viable.
Day 1:
The 10 seeds of each category are laid out before being placed in germinating cups.
From Left to Right: Odd Shaped, Small-White, Large-White, Small-Dark, Large-Dark.
The 10 seeds of each category in the germinating cups as seen from above.
Day 3 Germination Results:
After 3 days the seeds were laid out on a background for observation of germination progress. The images below show the results found. The white seeds from both the small and the large categories turned a darker color after 3 days in the water in the cups, but these are the same seeds of those categories as shown in the first image of all the seeds in this study.
The Large-Dark seeds showed 8/10 seeds with the radicle exposed after 3 days.
The Small-Dark seeds showed 10/10 seeds with the radicle exposed after 3 days. The lesser amount of seed coat on the Small-Dark seeds may have allowed faster imbibition (taking up of water by the seed).
The Large-White seeds showed 7/10 with exposed radicles after 3 days.
The Small-White seeds showed 2/10 with exposed radicles after 3 days.
The Odd-Shaped seeds showed all 10/10 radicles exposed after 3 days. One seed appears to have 2 radicles coming from a single seed coat. This is most likely due to 2 zygotes forming within the plant ovary very shortly after pollination or due to 2 seeds fusing as they formed.
Day 5 Germination Results:
After another few days in the dark and in the distilled water the seeds were again taken out and observed. Below are images of the results on day 5 of this experiment.
All 10/10 Large-Dark seeds are now showing exposed radicles after 5 days.
All 10/10 Small-Dark seeds continue to show exposed radicles after 5 days.
Large-White seeds are showing 7/10 exposed radicles after 5 days.
Although difficult to see, 3/10 Small-White seeds are now showing exposed radicles after 5 days.
After 5 days, 10/10 Odd-Shaped seeds are still showing exposed radicles. One of the “twin” radicles broke off of one of the Odd-Shaped seeds. The first seed all the way to the left of the image does have an exposed radicle but its slightly darker color makes it difficult to see. Once zoomed in, anyone can see that a small, discolored radicle is exposed.
Day 8 Germination Results:
After 8 days total the seeds were observed for a final time to see the results pictured below.
After 8 days, 10/10 Large-Dark seeds show exposed radicles.
After 8 days 10/10 Small-Dark seeds show exposed radicles and 3/10 even show cotyledon.
After 8 days 7/10 Large-White seeds showed exposed radicles.
After 8 days 3/10 Small-White seeds showed exposed radicles.
All 10/10 Odd-Shaped seeds are still showing exposed radicles after 8 days.
RESULTS:
Preliminary Conclusion:
Many shapes, colors and sizes of seeds can be viable.
Dark seeds have the best germination rates, regardless of whether they are small or large.
White seeds are significantly more viable if they are larger. Small white seeds performed poorly in this germination test.
Seed shape has no affect on viability.
Using our germination method, seed viability was determined and unchanged by Day 5.
Based on the limited results of this preliminary study, many shapes/colors/sizes of seeds can still be viable. They don’t all have to be large and dark colored although having a dark colored seed coat does seem to have a positive correlation with germination viability. It also seems that a larger seed may have a better chance of germinating as seen in the results between the Large-White and Small-White seeds with the Large-White having a 70% germination rate and the Small-White only having a 30% germination rate. From the limited results of this simple experiment, it appears that seed shape didn’t affect germination rates with the Odd-Shaped seeds having 100% germination just like the seeds in the Large-Dark and Small-Dark categories.
One parameter not reflected in these results is the pressure with which you can apply to a seed to test viability. Lightly (very lightly) pinching a seed between your thumb and pointer finger and seeing if the seed deflates or pops can be a relatively reliable method of determining germination viability. Just a light pressure should give the kinetic feedback to know that the seed is “solid” and probably will germinate or will deflate/pop the seed and thus that seed was not viable. One thing many people seem to do is apply too much pressure to seeds when they check in this way. Again, light pressure is all that is required. One does not need to squeeze as hard as they can as this can give false results since enough pressure can pop any seed regardless of viability.
For more info on how we germinate, please see our Germination Guidehere.
In House Genetics specializes in micro-breeding cannabis seeds, offering a variety of high-quality strains that cater to all types of growers, including those looking for outdoor cannabis seeds. With new strains released every month, In House Genetics consistently leads the way in innovative crossbreeds and exclusive limited runs. The team’s years of experience and in-depth knowledge of genetics have allowed them to produce some of the most potent and sought-after seeds in the industry. Passionate about their craft, they continue to push the boundaries of cannabis research and development, securing their position at the forefront of the cannabis seed industry.
In 2025, In House Genetics dropped some new strains like Electracane, Purple Rush, Dripzilla, Midnight Zushi, Jamz, and many more! They offered a variety of freebies and constant discounts as well! Below, you'll find the top five strains by In House Genetics at NASC.
JELLY BREATH S1
Jelly Breath S1 is a hybrid strain that is a producer of very dense frosty flowers ranging from grape to cookie flavors.
BANANACANE
Bananacane grows vigorous, resinous heavy buds. Her aroma and flavor profile include ripe banana, berry/sherbet, caramel and earth. This strong indica-leaner can cause sedation and is excellent for sleep. She is a great option for extracts, too!
SUGAR CANE
Sugar Cane is an absolute eye-stopper. She is a mood-booster that will help you focus. You can expect a flavor and aroma profile of sweetness with floral and grape notes.
SLURRICANE #7 S1
The buds of Slurricane #7 S1 become large and resinous. She brings on heavy, sedative effects. You can expect a profile of loud, grape gas with creamy undertones.
PLATINUM KUSH BREATH REMIX
Both of the parental strains of Platinum Kush Breath Remix are very heavy duty so this is not one for the inexperienced smokers out there. She has a lovely, pure-gassy flavour and aroma which will have all the Kush lovers out there going crazy.
Changing the ethos of cannabis, with commercial boutique innovations, game-changing genetics, mind-opening insights and the best possible products, Ethos uses science and data to apply the best practices, make the most effective combinations and produce winners time and again. Offering the most elite, most efficient cultivars – from F1s to IBLs and Alpha Fems to autoflowers – Ethos Genetics, founded by Colin Gordon, is based in Colorado, USA. Colin and his team work to produce quality in their products as well as their contributions to the greater community. ETHOS is raising expectations.
Mandarin Cookies V2 grows like a champion and can put out very colorful and flavorful flowers. The V2 version has added even more citrus along with the always-welcome gasoline by moving away from the Forum Cut into a much chunkier, OG-Kush-heavy version named Ethos Cookie #12.
PLANET OF THE GRAPES RBX
Planet of the Grapes is made to produce and is extremely high in both cannabinoid and terpene percentages. Heavy flower yields are easy to get on this low-maintenance, medium-height, strong, lateral plant. She tests and extracts huge in usable oils! Her aroma is only outdone by her flavor: sharp grapes, sweet citrus and the signature musky, greasy flavor of Chem D. Acrid aromas like propane and "hooch" accompany the more citrusy pheno. You can expect intense, heavy, classic “Indica” effects.
CHERRY GAR-SEE-YA R1
This is not your typical compact, leafy cherry variety. Cherry Gar-See-Ya R1 stacks chunky, baseball-sized nugs from top to bottom. She is easily trained, beginner friendly, and loves growing outdoors
10TH PLANET R1
10TH Planet R1 leans to the heavy side, with intense, classic “hybrid” effects. Journey into an otherworldly blend of grape, citrus, gasoline and thick, skunky spice. Chunky, large and dense flowers give phenomenal yields in any system or space.
CRESCENDO RBX1
Crescendo RBx1 is medium-tall with some stretch. Sour, gassy and citrus flowers are crushingly strong! She is beginner friendly and is a high yielder!
Before their seed bank was created in 2007, RQS had long-time knowledge and passion for cannabis breeding. Following enormous interest in their strains, they opened our first shop in Amsterdam, the Damstraat location, in 2010. In 2011, they launched the Royal Queen Seeds website. In 2016, they welcomed first clients to their shop at Carrer dels Tallers in Barcelona, Spain. In 2022, they opened their newest location in Bangkok, Thailand. In 2023, they started operating in the United States and launched the first true F1 Hybrid Cannabis seeds in the market! Today, RQS operates in the US and in 28 countries in Europe and offers 100+ high-quality strains, growing equipment, growing advice, knowledge, tips and more!
In 2025, Royal Queen Seeds dropped some new strains like Sticky Queen, Sticky Queen Auto, Mexican Rush, and Mexican Rush Auto. They offered freebies and BOGOS as well! Below, you'll find the top five strains by Royal Queen Seeds at NASC.
SPECIAL QUEEN #1 AUTO
Special Queen #1 Auto offers tantalising flavors and a deeply stoning experience. Perfect for quiet evenings, this cultivar will melt your body into the couch while keeping your mind alert and switched on. You can expect a bountiful yield in a matter of weeks.
NORTHERN LIGHT (F)
Northern Light has been the basis for many of the award-winning classics in the history of cannabis. It is simply one of those knockout smokes that guarantees a couchlock session for the next few minutes. The Afghan heritage really shines through in the smoke and anyone looking for that strong stone need seek no further than this beautiful strain.
SPECIAL KUSH #1 (F)
Special Kush #1 likes to grow wild as if in the mountains of Afghanistan; this means it will fill up any space it can. Indoors, care should be taken that it doesn’t overgrow its space, but given enough space, like outdoors, it can grow to over 3 meters tall. The smoke carries a very hash-like taste with a full body stone present from its Indica background.
NORTHERN LIGHT AUTO
Northern Light Auto is a versatile strain that is as perfect for discreet indoor growers as it is for high-volume, home-growers outdoors. After a brief vegetative phase, this strain begins producing an abundance of flowers, finishing its entire life cycle in 10–12 weeks after planting the seed. She provides a generous harvest and might be one of the highest-yielding autoflowering strains available.
SPECIAL QUEEN #1 (F)
Perfect for a first-time grower who doesn't want to invest too much in his experimental growing, this Special Queen is a classic skunk that grows with ease, doesn't stretch too much and can be harvested in 8-9 weeks. The smoke is that of a classic skunk stone. It is mostly mental and provides smokers with an uplifting high that will relax even the most anxious stoners.
With nearly 30 years of expertise, Barney’s Farm continues to innovate, offering high-quality outdoor cannabis seeds, as well as strains suited for indoor, greenhouse, and hydroponic cultivation. Their commitment to excellence and continuous development of new genetics ensures that growers of all types can find the perfect seeds for their needs.
Like the original namesake, the Acapulco Gold flowers with fat colas, flecked with beautiful reddish-brown calyx, each covered with beautiful crystals of THC. The smoke has an intense fruit-cocktail flavor that lingers for hours. This is a sativa dominant strain that offers a long-lasting high, balancing relaxing stress reduction with a real upbeat effect.
MIMOSA X ORANGE PUNCH
Mimosa x Orange Punch is a colourful Cali strain that everyone can succeed with! It is a dream to grow for a beginner, yet can produce extreme concentrations of THC. Once dried and cured, the buds have a delicious citrus, candy, and orange flavor. It gives a complete sense of euphoria and happiness to generate a truly uplifting sensation.
PINEAPPLE EXPRESS
Pineapple Express is a wonderfully flavorful and truly legendary 60% sativa-leaning hybrid, powered by a myrcene-dominant terpene profile with a genetic heritage pedigree that speaks for itself. It is naturally highly resistant to molds and diseases and does not require any special skills to grow. The taste and aromas of are distinctly tropical with fresh-cut pineapple, tropical fruit, and mango with undertones of cedar and spice. The smoky aromas are distinctively funky and skunky.
RUNTZ MUFFIN
Runtz Muffin features a sweet and fruity profile with citrus notes. This strain offers a relaxing and euphoric experience, accompanied by a gentle body high.
GORILLA Z
Gorilla Z is characterized by a sweet, fruity terpene profile with chocolate undertones. Provides relaxing and mood-enhancing effects.
Fast Buds is a leading cannabis seed bank that specializes in producing top-quality autoflowering cannabis strains. With over 12 years of experience, Fast Buds is a pioneer of autoflowering genetics. As the first major American autoflower breeder, Fast Buds quickly made a name for itself. Their latest innovations have been breaking worldwide THC level records for autoflowering strains, further solidifying their reputation for excellence.
In 2025, Fast Buds released new auto strains like Frostbanger, Z-up, and Purple Haze, as well as a line of feminized photoperiod options and a variety of freebies. Below, you'll find the top five strains by Fast Buds at NASC.
PURPLE LEMONADE AUTO
Purple Lemonade Auto provides a complex high made up of subtle Sativa kicks and light body-stoned sensations. Zestful flavors are sweetened by a strong sugary seasoning making it the ideal sweet-tooth strain.
GORILLA COOKIES AUTO
Gorilla Cookies Auto grows extremely big, chunky, and dense buds with a beautiful mix of dark and light shades of green with bright orange hairs giving her quite the bag appeal. It has a synergetic high, perfect for the end of the day, especially after a long day of work.
BLUE DREAM AUTO
Blue Dream Auto is one of our most stimulating strains that gives an intense head high before mellowing out into a relaxing body high -- perfect for afternoon tokes. You won't be crashed on the couch. With citrus notes that are combined with the berry and earth note, the final flavor is mouth-watering, with a hint of pine or cedar and a tart sweetness as the soothing, happy vibes take grip.
BANANA PURPLE PUNCH AUTO
With Banana Purple Punch Auto, you can expect a candy-like terpene profile with an overwhelming ripe banana taste, deliciously complemented by a fruity background that leaves your mouth tasting as if you’ve just eaten a bag of delicious gummy bears. After a couple of hits, the pleasant head high slowly turns into a powerful long-lasting sedative effect that feels like it's melting your whole body.
BLACKBERRY AUTO
Blackberry Auto seeds produce plants with a powerful bouquet of flavors, including spicy, sweet, fruity, wild berries, and pine. Expect lots of relaxation, but don't expect to get off the couch. The effects kick off with a buzzing cerebral stimulation followed by a smooth yet rapid period of relaxation.
Do you want to grow cannabis in a simple and convenient way? The Annaboto growing system will provide you with an experience that is fun and fairly hands-off. Crystal discusses her experience and first harvest with the Annaboto.
One of my recent harvests was the conclusion of my first time using the Annaboto, an autoflower growing system that pretty much does all of the work for you. Besides being a sweet Christmas gift, I felt that, as a very new and inexperienced grower, the Annaboto would serve a great purpose in my journey of learning and growing. Not to mention, it would keep the hope alive if my other growing attempts in soil were unsuccessful. The technology was impressive and the whole process went smoothly, allowing me ample time to observe my plant as it grew.
The strain I grew was Bubble Kush Auto by Royal Queen Seeds. I germinated the seed in a cup of water before planting it in the required pod. To start the process, I had to download the Annaboto phone application and connect the machine to WiFi. Once completed, the app will guide you through the setup of the machine.
I had to put the nutrient cartridge, which resembles an oversized video game cartridge from the early 90s, into the machine, along with filling one side of the machine’s base with water. The app also lets you choose the time frame of the 18hrs on/6hr s off light schedule. The machine has a button in the front that flashes different colors to indicate if it needs water or a cycle of nutrients. Overall, setting things up was fairly easy.
The beginning stages of this grow-journey were extremely fun to watch. The seedling responded very quickly to the light and it started growing rapidly. At one point, the leaves were too heavy for the stem, but it eventually balanced itself. At the end of week 5, I topped the plant by cutting the stem between the fifth and sixth nodes. Topping allows the plant to grow outward, which creates more bud sites and bigger yields.
Things got even more exciting once she started to flower around the end of week 6. Tiny bud sites morphed into small buds that turned into chunky, crystalized nuggets. The app gives you an estimated date range of when to harvest. I harvested at the end of week 13, a little over three months from when she started. The app will give you instructions on ending the grow with the machine, which includes draining water to the disposable bucket (part of the machine that you can detach) and disposing of the nutrient cartridge and seed pod. Once the nutrient cartridge and seed pod are replaced and you have a new seed, another grow journey can be started.
After drying, trimming, and curing for a couple of weeks, the Bubble Kush plant produced 3 ounces and 1 gram of flower. The ease of this machine is pretty amazing and I was really only responsible for making sure it had water and one nutrient cycle per week. Overall, the Annaboto is a great option if you’re new to it or if you don’t have a lot of time to dedicate to growing.
Our Wholesale Commercial Grower program offers licensed commercial growers a variety of cultivars available for bulk purchase from well known and trusted breeders. Our Team is proud to work with the best cannabis seed breeders in the industry to offer our customers sought after quality, reliable genetics suitable for commercial outdoor growing.
The following collection of recommendations was sourced straight from the minds (and gardens) of some of our most sought after US Breeders: Twenty20 Mendocino, Brothers Grimm Seeds, Dirty Bird Genetics, Humboldt Seed Company, and Sticky Finger Seeds.
Twenty20 Has a deep rooted connection to outdoor cultivation. Our origins date back to the prohibition era of cannabis in Northern California and have transcended through multiple iterations of the murky waters of legalization. We pride ourselves on our relentless support of R&D and our continual desire to never stop pushing the envelope as we evolve with the ever-changing demands of the cannabis industry. In 2024 we expanded to Michigan with a full time facility dedicated to R&D and breeding. This move, coupled with our pre-existing relationship with large farms in the state has bolstered our ability to selectively breed at a scale never seen before. We are proud to say that we have a multi year relationship as the sole genetics provider for one of the largest farms in the US, with over 300,000 plants and a canopy size of over 200 acres. As the fungal pathogen Septoria has been rampantly devastating outdoor cannabis farms throughout the country, our well established relationships with large farms has enabled us to quickly breed resistant cultivars while continuing to keep our sights on yield, potency, hardiness, and mold resistance. Our recent development of a new line of Hybridized Earlies has further fostered our relationship with outdoors farmers by providing them with a lineup of September ripening cultivars that enable farms to beat the cold, beat the fall and beat the odds. If there is one promise we can make, Twenty20 will never stop working at chasing the ever evolving needs of farms, home growers, and the cannabis community.
EXTREMELY uniform. full term but still harvests around October 1st, very outdoor worthy. The Snow-G is an F-3 that had been hunted in MI for multiple generations. It is a high yield, highly resistant variety that performs very well for concentrates (both solventless and solvent). Home run winner for almost every farm that grows them.
EXTREMELY uniform. harvests early October, extremely Septoria resistant strain that was grown and hunted in MIchigan in 2023 and 2024. Limonada is more of a Sativa and will likely yield more biomass than any other variety in the entire field but the potency is a bit less. Homerun winner for almost every farm that grows them.
(SnowG F3 Photoperiod x Honey Badger F7 Autoflower)
by Twenty20 Mendocino
Proven by a very large farm in Michigan last year and this farm plans to grow them again this year. Potency is high 20's and ready for harvest in mid September. Out of the earliers it is the most uniform and was the first to be harvested.
(Jack Herer female x STS-induced Cinderella 99 female)
by Brothers Grimm
Won top 10 strains in the world in high times 2018. Our highest yielding plant, our most medicinal strain, high in thcv 4.+, CBD and CBGA THC 25-30%, over 330 growers in the Australian grow off right now growing Rosetta
(Genius female x Cinderella 99 female pollen donor)
by Brothers Grimm
The Apollo strain is famous because of its potent and long-lasting uplifting effects, often described as creative and mentally stimulating, similar to the Greek god Apollo who is associated with inspiration and the arts; this makes it a popular choice for users seeking a focused and energetic high. It also highest thc 31%- 33%
Dirty Bird Genetics hails from the north-eastern climate of Maine, a climate characterized by one of the most challenging growing seasons in the US, and yet a climate that for decades has produced some of the best flower in the country. We take our Outdoor seriously here. If you don't know someone who reads bedtime books to their plants for eight nerve-wracking weeks a year, then you probably don't live in Maine. As a group of cannabis enthusiasts with deep roots in the clone industry, one of our initial goals when we first conceptualized Dirty Bird was to breed genetics that would thrive in our finicky and unpredictable climate. We saw the demand; and if they could thrive here, they could thrive anywhere in the US, we hypothesized. One thing that really set us apart at Dirty Bird is the insane genetics catalogue at our fingertips. With strong breeder relationships, we've pheno-hunted genetic lines for 15 years, and we've gotten feedback on these genetics, both indoor and out, from thousands of growers in the community around us. While we still continue on this lifelong journey of developing cultivars that are supremely viable outdoors, both commercially and for home growers, we are tremendously proud of the work we have done thus far, and eager to share it. We come to the table with experience and an unrelenting dedication to quality, transparency and integrity, and we are passionate about learning and growing with the community around us.
(Mimosa x The Brunch [Peanut Butter Breath x Mimosa])
by Dirty Bird Genetics
Siobhann says:
An absolute winner outdoors, as an early October finishing sativa strain. Super easy to grow and maintain, with lots of consistency across the seed population
Beth Says:
The Dirty Mimosa is my single best recommendation for outdoor grows, especially in Northern climates with a short growing season like we have in Maine. She is an incredibly early finisher, both indoors and out, and she is colorful and beautiful. It's one of the few cultivars we've grown that can achieve indoor-quality flowers in an outdoor environment.
Has already won 2 outdoor competitions that we know of! A NASC's Discord picture contest - Outdoor Category and the Ohio Farmer's Cup (outdoor indica). A combination of 2 powerful indicas - Bubba Whip and Grease Monkey - that have both excelled in Maine's short/cold grow season.
Beth says:
The Necromancer Kush is one of the strongest testers we have, and this year, she surpassed our expectations in outdoor gardens across the country, even winning 1st place in the Indica Outdoor category at a harvest cup in Ohio. This cultivar has that classic kush structure but with great stacking, intense sugar, and amazing pine/gas terpenes.
(Grape Jelly* x Platinum Kush Breath Remix) *Jelly Breath x Chocolate Pie
by Dirty Bird Genetics
Siobhann says:
A little more phenotypic variation than the other 2 strains, but very high quality. Very unique creamy lemon and gas/pine terps. About 50/50 purple to green ratio. Boutique quality with commercially viable yields. A stretchier plant in bloom, so while supports are needed outside, Pine Tree Kush has ideal growth for optimal airflow, especially in high humidity regions.
Beth says:
The Pine Tree Kush was one of our favorite cultivars of 2024. Her sharp and complex meyer lemon, pine, and berry terpene profile and her extremely dense, colorful bud structure make her stand out in any garden. It can handle a harsh environment and it produces high quality, colorful, terpy flowers.
Bred In Nature, Perfected By Science. For over two decades, Humboldt Seed Company has defined cannabis excellence from the heart of Northern California’s legendary growing region.At Humboldt Seed Company, quality isn’t just a priority—it’s a promise. Founded in 2001 by scientists in California, we began by breeding seeds for patients under Prop. 215 and have since expanded to serve both recreational and medical growers worldwide. With over 20 years of expertise, we are proud to be California’s largest licensed cannabis seed provider, offering a diverse selection of feminized, autoflower, triploid, and regular seeds. Our products undergo rigorous lab testing and extensive annual phenotype hunts, vetted by California’s top cannabis farmers, ensuring stable genetics, high germination rates, and exceptional performance.
(Jelly Donutz (#160 x #17) x Hella Jelly x White Runtz)
by Humboldt Seed Company
We specifically bred Jelly D for that candy gas terp that everyone's loving these days! It's made from the Emerald Cup winning cut that made Runtz go viral!
(Jelly Ranger Bx3 X Notorious T.H.C. X Very Cherry)
by Humboldt Seed Company
The Candy terp strain that tests in the thirties, finishes in mid Sep. and pretty much grows itself! Resilient to many pests and pathogens H. Jelly is both a farmer fav and a flavor fav!
When I created/discovered the Blueberry Muffin strain in 2009 on our NE Humboldt medicinal farm I knew it was special. A trimmer actually called out the name and it was like a light shone down upon the plant and a chorus of ganja angels sang her praises, so I grabbed some cuts lol. Anyways over the years since, we've engineered (naturally) Blueberry Muffin seeds that 100% breed true for that original unicorn (that's our thing) and in the 15 years since, it's become a beloved strain all over the planet known for it's flavor, growing ease, early finish, and its anti-anxiety effect!!!!
Sticky Finger Seeds is a collective of Maui’s Medical Marijuana growers that have joined to breed the best medical cannabis genetics possible. Creative founder, Will Grinnell has been collecting and breeding cannabis genetics for over 48 years locally here in Hawaii and around the globe. Sticky Finger Seeds is a Cannabis genetic collective that specializes (takes pride) in growing and breeding heirloom and landrace cannabis genetics. Now closing in on five decades of cannabis farming and breeding cannabis enthusiast Will Grinnell has been seeking, trading, purchasing and collecting a variety of the best cannabis genetics possible, along with the Sticky Finger Seeds collective of heritage craft farmers and their seed collections.
(Hawaiian Dream (50 yr Maui Hierloom x Blue Dream x Grandaddy Kush) x KY Jealousy (Ziplock Seeds 'Sinful' Cut Watermelon Mimosa X Jealousy))
by Sticky Finger Seeds
This plant has been pure magic since day one. I was lucky enough to be gifted this old Hawaiian heirloom cultivar in 2010. I still use it as one of my primary parent plants for breeding as well as for current flower production. Hawaiian Dream is a monster grower (see attached pic) For me it is easier to grow outdoors in the open because it needs the space. It's a very stable and robust plant. The name "Hawaiian Dream" has a double meaning. When I was gifted this plant in 2010 I was having serious issues with my personal garden and strains (Root Aphids!) I had to start all over and this was the plant I used. Its success eventually allowed me to live the "Hawaiian Dream" again.
Probably my most fun and robust entourage crosses I have made. The stability and simplicity of this cross is divine with only Hawaiian Dream and Royal Blood as the parents. These 2 cultivars created spectacular characteristics together with the Hawaiian Dream's vitality and the Royal Blood's vanilla terps with gas. The Maui True Blood plants will bleed a blood red sap when cut. This novelty is lots of fun and seems to add a unique brix to the plants.
Another fun one that is a monster grower. I was super lucky to get these old Hawaiian "sock drawer" seeds and have a few pop and live. Over the past 30 years here on Maui I have had many Hawaiian friends gift me old Maui Wowie seeds that were long lost in a sock drawer or somewhere but they would never germinate. I then finally I got just a few to pop and that was the new start to the Maui Wowie legacy that we now call Maui Wowie 2.0. The parent lineage of this plant going back 60 years was entirely outdoor guerilla grow in the jungle so it is always ready to produce in a big outdoor farm.
(Hawaiian Dream x Blueberry Muffin (Humboldt Seed Co.))
by Sticky Finger Seeds
A perfect combo cross with Hawaiian Dream and Blueberry Muffin by Humboldt Seed Co. This simple cross made some magic. A very robust and large producer in the sun. This strain makes the entire neighborhood smell like a granny's having a blueberry bake off.
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A thought provoking journey to a half baked moon and back, Mezzaluna is sure to test your limits - enjoy these insider insights from a high flying Crystal!
One of my favorite things about consuming cannabis is finding that strain that can be considered pure magic. Mezzaluna, a new strain by Dirty Bird Genetics, definitely checks all of my boxes.
I consume cannabis for various reasons, but my favorite place to get to is one of calmness and happiness. Mezzaluna made me feel relaxed and alert, but also happy, goofy, and kind of motivated with curiosity. The goofy part of the high was more like a cerebral trance and I could tell some of my senses were being impacted. I enjoyed listening to music with Mezzaluna because it allowed me to audibly highlight any instrument at any point in a song. The level of creative and thought-provoking energy that Mezzaluna brings could lead to some really fun activities. However, beware of the activity because I almost fell into a social media doom-scrolling black hole.
Besides that fun ride, Mezzaluna also has other charming qualities. After grinding the buds up, the aroma took me back to childhood and heavy consumption of sour candy. The taste on the exhale was a combo of fermented berries, earth, and gas.
I also found some potential symbolism with the name and my experience. Mezzaluna means half moon in Italian, which according to Google, a half moon represents balance and reflection. I think that falls in line with my experience of it being balanced and thought-provoking.
She is also an extremely beautiful plant. Whenever I see a plant that has frosted buds with some pops of that burgundy-wine color, I know I am about to be served a sweet terp-salad.
If you get the chance, you definitely want to go on a journey with Mezzaluna (Fem Photoperiod)!
The team at North Atlantic Seed Co is excited to introduce the NASC Breeder Spotlight Series, a video-recorded series that will air on the North Atlantic Seed YouTube and on our new NASC Blog page! After getting our toes wet interviewing Beth and Ben at Dirty Bird Genetics, we have chosen to embark on this new venture to give our customers an intimate and in depth introduction to the breeders that we all grow and love.
Please enjoy this interview with the Dirty Bird Genetics crew, and stay tuned for the upcoming episode featuring Mr Soul from Brother’s Grimm, whose legacy and staying power in the cannabis genetics industry speaks for itself.
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