Legendary marijuana strains

There are plenty of hemp varieties, whether indica or fibrous, and there are new ones every year. In this post, we will focus on cannabis varieties that, as you may have noticed while browsing ours virtual store shelf, There are so many that you don't know which one to choose. This huge amount results from the work and passion of experienced growers - botanists, whose goal is to create even more beautiful, even more efficient and even more powerful cannabis strains. To create a really good marijuana strain, you first need to know it. The ability to stabilize the genes is essential, but also the knowledge of and access to flagship cannabis varieties. Those, let's say, the most primal, stable, which can be based on when creating new hemp pearls that will delight the most demanding growers and collectors.

What varieties of cannabis can be called so-called classics? On which genes are the most frequently created crosses based? In this and subsequent entries, we will introduce you to the greatest legends and classics of cannabis.

SKUNK #1

Legendary marijuana strains: Skunk #1 Sensi Seeds

Skunk # 1 is a legendary hybrid that was one of the first to make a big impact on the cannabis market. Apparently, it is from the name of this variety that the well-known term for the herb - "skun" - came from. The first Skunk #1 was created by crossing three wild marijuana strains: Acapulco Gold, Afghani and Columbian Gold. This combination has led to the creation of a Sativa/Indica hybrid, with a strong, characteristic skunk aroma, i.e. sweet and earthy. Other features typical of Skunk #1 are high THC content (up to 20%), large yields with a large amount of resin, low cultivation requirements and a relatively short flowering time.

The whole Skunk story began in the early 70s in the United States. Apparently, the first stable hybrid was obtained by a group of hippies, of which he was a member Skunkman himself (David Watson). According to the information circulating in the network, he was the only one who avoided serving time in prison, thanks to which he managed to transport this skunk to the Netherlands. This is where Skunkman, with the help of other experienced growers, further improved the legendary hybrid. What was created was so good and, above all, strong that it displaced the previously dominant varieties on the market.

First prize variety Skunk #1 won at the cannabis festival High Times Cannabis Cup in 1988 in Amsterdam. In subsequent years, mainly crosses created from the Skunk #1 variety won, which proves really good genetics. To this day, growers and collectors value marijuana varieties based on Skunk genetics. Currently, many global producers have the Skunk #1 variety in their offer, and many well-known seed banks are full of various types of crosses.

Amnesia Haze

Amnesia Haze Auto - Royal Queen Seeds

Amnesia Haze is a classic that still reigns supreme in all Dutch Coffee Shops. It is famous for its energizing high, which is due to the predominance of Sativa genes over Indica. This is another strain of marijuana that, according to the popular story, was brought to Holland from the United States. It is not known who exactly did it, but the more certain information is that the Haze hybrid was created in the 70s from a combination of varieties dominated by Sativa genes, i.e. marijuana varieties from Thailand (Thai), Hawaii (hawaiian) and varieties with a predominance indica from Afghanistan (Afghani). The exceptionally energizing haze genetics, after appearing in Amsterdam, were used to create further hybrids. This is how the famous Amnesia Haze, which won the first prize at the festival in 2004 cannabis Cupand in 2012 it was named the best sativa at the same festival as well. In addition, she won awards and distinctions at the Emerald Cup or Spannabis, and in the magazine HighTimes has been ranked among the best marijuana strains of all time.

What are the characteristics of genes Amnesia Haze? First of all, a strong and energetic high. Amnesies usually produce a good amount of THC, even above 20%. Amnesia Haze It is productive and grows very quickly, which is why it needs a lot of space. Citrus floral scent notes combined with bitter spicy notes typical of haze genetics awaken the senses. The most frequently described effects of this marijuana variety are stimulation and euphoria, but also better concentration and relaxation. Original seeds of varieties based on the genetics of the classic Amnesia Haze can be found in our store.

Jack Herer

Jack Herer Auto Fast Buds

Legendary varieties of marijuana cannot be enumerated and not taken into account Jack Herer. Is is another queen of cannabis competitions, this time from the Netherlands. Awarded many times at the High Times Cannabis Cup festivals primarily for its quality and strength! It appeared in the 90's and since then it has gathered more and more fans, which continues to this day. Jack Herer and its various variations can be found in every Amsterdam coffee shop. The first to appreciate Jack Herer was the team Sensi Seeds, immediately after them, other seed producers included strains of this hemp in their offers. Probably the original variety was created from a cross Haze and Northern LightsSome also write about Shiva Skunk Cross, but the exact "recipe" for Jack is of course not known. The name of this marijuana, you guessed it, did not come by chance. Jack Herer is the name of the most famous cannabis activist from the United States, who has devoted most of his life to making people aware of the value of cannabis and industrial hemp. Another success of the variety Jack Hereris the fact that due to its healing properties and amazing aroma, this strain has been recognized as medical marijuana and is sold in many pharmacies around the world under the name Bedrocan.

Let's sum up! Jack Herer it is a dominant variety sativas with an unusual aroma and healing properties. It is characterized by high potency, which is determined by a large amount of THC. This marijuana provides a long-lasting and powerful effect. In the case of medical applications, it helps with depression, all kinds of pain, recreationally it will add joy and improve mood. It is relatively easy to grow due to its resistance to mold and high yield even in less favorable conditions.
No wonder that's it Jack Herer has become a classic, known by all, both connoisseurs and novice cannabis fans. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the varieties Jack Herer the best producers in the world.

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