Northern Lights

NORTHERN LIGHTS STRAIN INFORMATION

General Information

Type:  Indica-dominant hybrid

Genetics:  Thought to be of Afghani lineage, from the “Basic #5″ line

Geographic Origin:  Pacific Northwest of the USA, later to Amsterdam

Seed Company/Clone: Originally created as “Basic #5″ by the Super Sativa Seed Club, the precursor to Sensi Seeds — later was sold by Sensi itself

Description: A stout, disease and mold-resistant plant with dark green, broad leaves, it seems apparent that Northern Lights is Afghani in origin.  There are several varieties of Northern Lights that worked their way into breeding stock for Sensi Seeds.  Northern Lights #1 is rare these days and was the taller and frostier selection with a fresh scent; Northern Lights #2 is more stout, piney-smelling, and very mite-resistant; Northern Lights #5 is the most popular, potent, and vigorous one; and Northern Lights #9 is a super-rare cut once held by Nevil Schoenmaker that was used to breed and then disappeared.

History

Story: See above — originated with the Super Sativa Seed Club, the earliest of the major seed banks.  It’s since worked its way into hundreds of hybrids, making it one of the foundations of modern cannabis genetics.

Awards: 1989 and 1990 1st Place High Times Cannabis Cup (Indica Category),  1991 1st Place Overall High Times Cannabis Cup

Growing Information

Flowering Time: 45-50 days

Preferred Growing Medium: Grows well in hydro or soil, staying rather short and forming a single strong cola.  Great for SOG applications, it’s also a low odor plant that’s easy to grow for beginners thanks to its stature and disease/pest-resistance.

Patient Expectations

Scent: Piney and earthy, at times lightly sweet

Flavor: Piney, hashy, and earthy

Effects: Very relaxing and Indica-dominant effect, at times able to induce sleep.  A heavy head, heavy eyelids, and a smile are the main effects of this strain, making it a great nighttime selection.

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