Northern Lights
A legendary, near-indestructible indica — compact, fast, resinous, and famously forgiving. One of the best first-grow strains ever bred.
- Type
- Indica
- Lineage
- Afghani × Thai
- THC
- 16–21%
- CBD
- <1%
- Flower time
- 7–8 wks
- Yield
- Moderate
- Height
- Short
- Grow difficulty
- Beginner
- Climate
- Both
Effects
Flavors & aroma
Dominant terpenes
Myrcene
Earthy, musky, ripe fruitThe most common cannabis terpene; associated with relaxing, heavy 'couch' character.
Caryophyllene
Black pepper, spice, woodThe only terpene that also binds cannabinoid receptors; peppery and warming.
Pinene
Pine, rosemary, fresh forestAssociated with alertness and clear-headedness.
Grower's notes
Short and bushy with tight internodes; handles beginner mistakes and cool climates well. Fast 7–8 week flower makes it great for the short Northeast season. Minimal training needed.
Grow guides for Northern Lights
Matched to this strain's beginner difficulty, both climate, and short structure.
Setting Up the Space: Ventilation, Odor & Electrical Safety
8 min read
Indoor vs. Outdoor: Choosing How You'll Grow
8 min read
Low-Stress Training: Double Your Canopy Without Cutting
10 min read · members
Your First Grow Setup: Three Budgets, Zero Regrets
9 min read
When to Harvest: Reading Trichomes Like a Grower
6 min read
Drying & Curing: Where Good Grows Become Great
9 min read · members
Educational profile · data varies by phenotype & grow · not medical advice · all strains