Category - Strains

When choosing a cannabis strain, it helps to know exactly what you’re looking for. There are plenty of variables, but one of the most important is whether your chosen strain is autoflowering or photoperiod. But what...

In the history of cannabis breeding, a turning point was reached in the late 1970s when a dedicated and passionate grower named DJ Short began introducing Indica genetics to the Sativa-dominated gene pool. This stroke...

An icon of the cannabis world and a counterculture legend, Haze is arguably the most renowned and celebrated weed lineage in existence. Known for its potently psychedelic and energised high, the Haze family comprises an...

Let’s talk about cannabis strains for edibles. There’s an art to making cannabis edibles and an altogether separate art to consuming them. Miscalculating how long to wait between slices of space cake has been the...

If you’re growing cannabis indoors, there are always considerations over and above the equipment you need for optimising growth. For many growers, stealth is often a high priority, so you’ll want to make...

Last week we listed which sativa strains we thought would take 2022 by storm. And we were going to leave it at that, but not doing the same for indica plants felt…off. Like leaving a fridge door open. And so, here we...

2021 was a lot. Here’s hoping 2022 is a bit more…boring.  And if it does turn out to be boring, you’ll be needing a lot of sativa on the grow to keep things that much more interesting. ...

Blue Monday was created by a marketing company to get people to book flights in January. It still works. I’m off to Ibiza next week. And, right now on Seedsman, it’s buy 2 strains and get 30% off your order! Why...

In the 1980s and 90s, the weed space was a very different arena. Before the master breeders and advanced cultivation techniques came to the fore, cannabis was certainly available, but the strain choice was a lot more...

While some of us may bristle at the idea of referring to the 1990s as ‘retro’, it’s a sobering thought to remember that the 90s began 30 years ago. A lot happened in the 1990s – scientists discovered cannabinoid...

Seedsman’s greetings! It’s been a weird year. And just in time for the Holiday Season, Santa’s got Omnicrom in his sack. But let’s not go there. Instead, let’s focus on something that makes...

In November 2021, following his resignation from the Committee of Home Affairs of Guernsey (one of the UK Channel Islands), Marc Leadbeater, now the Deputy, announced that he will move to have the legalisation of...

Euphemism and metaphor have long been employed in lyricism as a device to poetically conceal true meaning. Not everybody gets it – sometimes only the song’s writer knows what the song is really about. Drug...

As with any product, cleanliness and purity are of the utmost importance for cannabis. Growers should be vigilant about ensuring their bud doesn’t become contaminated. Among the most common cannabis contaminants are...

The unmistakable aroma of weed is the product of over 200 volatile compounds, each of which contributes earthy, citrus, diesel or various other tones to a cultivar’s scent. However, while many of these aromas are...

France has the highest consumption of cannabis in Europe, alongside Spain. In 2017 11% of the population, and 21% of young adults (15-34 years old) reported using cannabis in the last year.[1] Yet France is also one of...

The seasons have changed. So have the temperatures with them. Are you seeing slower growth than previously? How much does the cold temperature affect your growth? Cannabis winter growing is an entirely different, but...

Halloween is a celebration of all things spooky. Rooted in the ancient Celtic festival Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of the darker part of the year, it is believed that the veil between...

It’s all a question of taste – everyone likes their smoke a little different. Whether you’re a fruit fiend, cheese-lover, or a disciple of Diesel, Seedsman boasts an impressive array of the tastiest strains...

Legal ambiguities surrounding THC analogues have precipitated a rise in popularity among certain cannabinoids over the past few years. Accordingly, interest in a little-known compound called THC-O-acetate has spiked...

If you’re the type of connoisseur who likes your weed with a fruity kick, you’ve come to the right place. With some choice citrus strains available, there’s no time like the present to stock up on your fruity favourites...

Don’t miss our latest offer to get some free seeds from a selection of top breeders in our 5+5 Promo. We’re giving away 5 free seeds when you buy a five-pack of selected brands. These include our own top...

For the past couple of years, the hype has been steadily growing around a cannabinoid called delta-8-THC, which resembles the more famous delta-9-THC yet is not subject to the same legal restrictions. More recently...

Cannabis has a long history of use in Iran. Before the advent of Islam in the 7th century CE, the most popular religion in Iran was Zoroastrianism. In the Avesta, which are the sacred texts of Zoroastrians, in a list of...

The cannabis industry is no stranger to challenges, with inconsistent laws making it extremely difficult to optimise practices or receive funding. This has contributed greatly to the sector’s carbon footprint, as...

Cannabis trichomes – the hair-like protuberance found on the leaves, stems, and stalks of cannabis – is the jewellery box of the cannabis plant. Trichomes hold the compounds we consider most valuable, such as THC...