Purple expressions in cannabis genetics are natural and are largely dependent on the flavonoids within the flower. 

Many people in the cannabis community wrongly think that flavonoids (or bioflavonoids; from the Latin word flavus, meaning yellow) have something to do with flavor, but in fact, it has to do with color.

I wrote an article that I think is important to everybody growing, it talks about vapor pressure deficit (VPD) and how important it is to maintaining a healthy garden.

Enjoy -

We get a lot of questions about the soils and amendments that we use and while we don’t have any special secrets we’re happy to share our ideas and experience. 

Of all the varieties that I have grown, "Skunk" has to be the most requested and also the least understood. Many people think it is a variety, when in reality, it is more of a description of one of the many distinctive scents of cannabis found in Afghanistan, Pakistan and the Hindu Kush mountains. 

Thiols, also known as mercaptans, are found in a wide range of natural products, including fruits, vegetables, and herbs. In cannabis, thiols are produced by the plant in response to their environment and are believed to have a protective role in the plant's defense against pathogens and other stressors.

Original Haze was first bred in 1969 in the Santa Cruz Mountains by a gentleman named "G," He exchanged seeds with Skunkman Sam who then saved the variety and turned the world onto Haze.

I receive a lot of email from new growers who are asking me really fundamental questions about how to handle their seeds and how to set up their grow so I figured I would take a few minutes and share with you the steps that I take when I sort through a pack of seeds.

Authentic Genetics is dedicated to preserving the legacy and heirloom genetics that have circulated within the community for the last 50 years and beyond.

When the cannabis taxonomy was first being written in 1753, Carl Linnaeus was essentially aware of only one type of cannabis: the European hemp variety of Cannabis that he added the suffix “sativa”, which at the time simply meant to grow or to sow. This type of cannabis was used industrially for ropes, cloth, paper, paints and varnishes, but surprisingly, not for the drug content.

The scent, flavor and high of some of the Purest Indica plants was incredibly close to the OG Kush cutting and although the plants grew entirely differently, as the Purest Indica is extremely leafy and high-yielding compared to low leaf to high bract (not calyx) ratio and low yield of the OG Kush.

Last week I had both the OG Kush and Purest Indica tested for their cannabinoids and terpenes and one of the Purest Indica plants had an almost identical terpene profile of OG Kush.

Northern Lights is easily one of the most popular cannabis varieties in the world. Initially bred in and around Seattle by a small group of growers in the 70’s, it quickly turned into an international phenomenon. 

What are the primary colors of cannabis? Check out this article written by Todd McCormick to find out!

Cannabis cloning is a crucial technique for growers seeking to replicate specific strains and maintain genetic consistency. Successful cloning requires careful attention to detail and the use of appropriate tools and methods. In this article, we will explore the process of cannabis cloning using Hormex #8 rooting hormone, water with a pH of 5.8 and a nutrient concentration of 350 ppm, Grodan rooting cubes, 10x20 trays, and humidity domes.

I have received a lot of positive feedback from people who have watched both parts of this interview and I...

These are personal sketches of some of the people who we personally believe have made important contributions to building and defining the cultural community around Cannabis.