The History of Northern Lights Cannabis Seeds.

Like with many classic cannabis strains, the who, what, where, and how it came about is unclear, or at least some of it is. If one were to place a bet, you might claim the late 70s or early 80s. And it is thought it was in Seattle. The early versions of Northern Lights caught the attention of growers and have never looked back.

Heritage

The resilience and potent effects of early Northern Lights led to speculation that it was created using pure Afghani indica genetics. Afghani strains are known for being robust plants that produce dense, resinous flowers and would go some way to explain the relaxing effects of this classic hybrid.

Northern Lights somewhat slipped under the radar until Nevil Schoenmakers, a cannabis pioneer and founder of The Seed Bank of Holland  (the world's first cannabis seed bank), brought the strain to the Netherlands in the 1980s. At the time, the Dutch cannabis scene was thriving, but this new strain was a game changer, and Nevil's introduction of Northern Lights helped the scene flourish even more. The strain quickly became a must-have in Amsterdam coffeeshops, and thanks to the hordes of tourists visiting them, it quickly became world famous. That fame probably hit it peak in the mid-90s, by which time it had won the Cannabis Cup and other accolades.

Why Northern Lights?

Some might argue that choosing a cannabis strain is all about preference, but context is also essential. Northern Lights is known in some quarters as one of the best hybrid strains ever bred and still the basis for countless modern hybrids. The genetic profile of Northern Lights highlights the strain diversity. It goes some way to explain when growers and smokers still love this cannabis hybrid. Northern Lights displays typical indica tendencies due to its Afghani genetics. However, it is strongly suspected that a Thai sativa was introduced into the mix, and that gives it a cerebral uplift that is not often present in other body-high-type cannabis strains.

Another thing that has helped Northern Lights thrive is the various phenotypes the plant is famous for producing. Three in particular have been used for breeding. Northern Lights #1, Northern Lights #2 and Northern Lights #5, but plenty of other hybrids are on the market, such as Auto Malawi x Northern Lights, NL5 X Skunk, and Northern Lights#5 x Haze.

The Northern Lights Experience

What exactly does the Northern Lights experience feel like? Like a walk in the park on a rainy day. Earthy, piney aromas with subtle hints of sweetness. This smooth strain is hailed for its aroma profile and is a genuine sensory experience. The high is a calming body one, and you'll feel relaxed but not sedated. Some users state that they can experience 'couch lock ', a term that describes extreme relaxation that can make it challenging to get off the couch. So, if you think you're susceptible to snoozing after a smoke, Northern Lights might be better to use at night. Since its inception, Northern Lights has also been a hit with the medical community. Through the years, it has been a go-to cannabis strain for people dealing with pain, stress, insomnia, and, in some cases, fatigue due to the uplifting nature of the sativa aspect. Whether medical or recreational, Northern Lights has something for everyone.

A Cornerstone in Modern Breeding

You might be new to growing cannabis and buying cannabis seeds online and think, well, who uses Northern Lights nowadays? Well, loads of breeders, it is a cornerstone of modern cannabis genetics and responsible for more than one household name, contributing its genetics to some of today's most popular hybrids. Strains like Super Silver Haze, Jack Herer, and Shiva Skunk.