Cannabis might be called weed, but some strains can prove challenging to grow, especially for those unfamiliar with the plant and its needs. And with so many strains out there, finding a variety to match your experience as a beginner grower can be difficult. That's why we've created this hand-picked list of easy-to-grow cannabis strains ideal for beginner or first-time growers.
The strains highlighted below might vary in terms of genetics, potency, aromas, and effects, but one thing they all share is an ability to deliver superb results without much grower interference. If you're new to cultivating cannabis, these strains are the perfect starting point. Their solid genetics provide them with plenty of vigour to grow into strong plants that are resilient to stress, pests, and pathogens. All it'll take to get these ladies to harvest is some good soil, a solid watering routine, and the occasional feed of quality fertiliser.
So, what are you waiting for? Find the perfect beginner cannabis strain below.
Cannabis classic Blueberry receives an autoflowering makeover. By combining the famous strain with ruderalis genetics, we have managed to create a vigorous, speedy, and potent pot provider—ready in just 8–9 weeks from seed to harvest.
Think you've seen all there is to see with auto strains? Well, Runtz Automatic will give you a run for your money. This powerhouse strain not only offers great flavours and aromas, but also provides a potent hit that will make her a permanent fixture of your smoking and vaping sessions. With so many good things going for her, let's see what the fuss is about.
A “highly” recommended and firm favourite all around the world, White Widow is a hybrid strain of much acclaim and respect. Not just a pretty-looking plant, she manages to pack a remarkably potent punch that will KO those who don't take her seriously. If that wasn't enough, she's also a vigorous grower, taking just 9 weeks to flower.
The hype is real, guys! Our breeders managed to bring you something Californians long for—the exquisitely delicious and ultra-potent Runtz. This cross of Gelato and Zkittlez is everything you could ever want from a cannabis strain: tasty, powerful, balanced, productive, and fast-flowering. Get the seeds and experience this phenomenon first-hand!
Kalini Asia, the “Flower from the Hindu Kush”, is a beautiful purple strain that combines the best and most elusive purple phenotypes of Kush mountain strains. Exclusively bred by Zamnesia, this gorgeous lady will not just catch the eye with her vibrant purple colours, she will also please with pungent pine aromas and a deeply relaxing yet euphoric stone.
Brought to you by Zamnesia Seeds, Blue Monster Automatic is a fully automatic feminized strain with a very short 7–8-week bloom period and great versatility. Its prestigious genetic background is responsible for creating a strain supreme in both flavour and high. A definite must-have for every serious stoner.
From the team at Zamnesia Seeds comes Wedding Cake Automatic. This autoflowering strain is not only a joy to grow, but also to smoke—thanks to her impressive flavour profile and abundant high. An easy, breezy specimen in the grow room, she's perfect for beginners looking to get their feet wet, and experienced growers seeking a hassle-free home project.
What happens when three famous strains come together? Zamnesia Seeds’ Sticky Beast Automatic is pure autoflower bliss made from some of the best strain favourites. This elusive combo where the mouth-watering Bubble Gum meets the famed OG Kush and the high-yielding Critical Auto makes for a true one-of-kind autoflower that is also very easy to grow!
Bred from the loins of a classic, Northern Lights Automatic is like a pot present from the past, but with a futuristic upgrade. This feminized version sees Northern Lights crossed with ruderalis to create an extra-sweet strain that fans new and old are sure to adore. Growers can expect bountiful results in just 9 short weeks, from seed to harvest!
Quite simply a spectacular specimen of cannabis, Northern Lights has withstood the test of time to become one of the most well-loved strains of all time. Taking only 7 weeks to flower, she is a vigorous grower and an abundant supplier. Predominantly indica in nature. Northern Lights can produce in excess of 500g/m² of some of the finest bud in the world.
Purple Punch by Zamnesia Seeds is a dreamy indica that shines with an exquisite taste and an incredibly relaxing effect. Despite her compact size, this almost pure indica is very easy to grow and can deliver great yields.
Not only one of Amsterdam's finest but one of the world's finest cannabis strains, White Widow gets a bit of autoflowering revamp by the expert cultivators at Zamnesia Seeds. Mixing together White Widow with Ruderalis, they managed to create an amazing specimen that goes from seed to harvest in just 10-12 weeks!
This is your golden ticket to the world of cannabis. This Canna-Curious Pack is a collection of autoflowering strains suited to complete novices as well as those looking to change things up a little. Loaded with some of the finest strains around, these seeds can be grown indoors and outdoors, and take just weeks to reach harvest.
Want to try your hand at growing weed? Then the Canna-Curious Pack is perfect. Carefully curated by our team of experts, this pack contains a selection of cannabis strains that are renowned for being easy to grow. With some good soil, water, and a little TLC, these strains will reward you with top-shelf flower with barely any effort at all.
Love Haze but feel it could do with a sweeter flavour? Choco Haze may be the strain for you! Through the deft combination of Chocolate Thai x Cannalope Haze, our breeders have created a strain of cannabis seeds that brings together the power and soaring heights of Haze, together with a sweet chocolaty taste. When you consider Choco Haze has a flowering time of 8-10 weeks, there is a lot to like.
From the team at Zamnesia Seeds comes their autoflowering take on the scrumptious Watermelon Candy. Retaining everything that made the original special, but with a few additions to improve speed and ease of growth, Watermelon Candy Automatic will impress everyone lucky enough to try her. Just give her a chance to show off her great-tasting and potent buds! You'll be pleasantly surprised!
Wedding Cake is an indica-dominant treat that can be enjoyed no matter the occasion! Providing a joyous high alongside a hefty serving of mouth-watering flavours, she's also super easy to grow and takes just 65 days to harvest. So, what are you waiting for? Book a date with Wedding Cake and see what she has to offer!
Created by Zamnesia to cater to the increasing numbers of CBD cannabis users, CBD Fix delivers copious amounts of CBD while keeping her THC content at less than 1%—guaranteed. Not only can CBD users now get a powerful cannabinoid fix anytime they want, they can do so accompanied by remarkably refined flavours. No treatment has ever been this enjoyable!
Bubblegum by Zamnesia Seeds is a sativa-dominant hybrid developed in the more recent years of cannabis breeding by crossing Power Plant and Santa Maria. Although it has a strong sativa background, it falls into the quick-flowering category, delivering dense buds in a period of just 8-9 weeks. Bubblegum’s aroma and taste are sweet and earthy, packing very balanced effects of being high and stoned.
An iconic strain that originated from the UK, Cheese has risen through the ranks to become a household favourite right around the world. Thanks to the growers at Zamnesia Seeds it has now been given an autoflowering makeover, resulting in an easy to manage super strain that retains all the goodness of its former self; but is now ready to harvest in just 10 weeks!
Amnesia Skunk Automatic from Zamnesia Seeds, sees Amnesia Haze, Original Skunk and Ruderalis come together into one gloriously powerful package of autoflowering pot. This fantastic feminized specimen breaks the buddy mold, going from seedling to harvest in just 10-12 weeks; producing some of the some of the finest weed available.
Bred from one of the most popular and best cultivars around, Critical Automatic from Zamnesia Seeds is a hybrid of immense flavour and unmistakable aromas. A feminized mix of Critical x ruderalis, she retains all of the original's splendor, but delivers it in an easy-to-grow package. Critical Automatic goes from seed to harvest in just 9 short weeks.
The result of mixing the iconic strain Jack Herer with that of a Ruderalis, Zamnesia Seeds have created an autoflowering phenom worthy of the same adulation and respect as the original strain. This feminized version (though compact) boast substantial yields of both quantity and quality - ready in just 10 weeks!
Quick Caramel XL is an indica dominant strain with a very unique aspect to it – namely, its flavour. By combining White Rhino x Blueback x Maple Leaf Indica, we have produced a strain of cannabis seeds that produces abundant yields of sweet, caramel tasting bud. When you take into account that it also has a flowering time of just 7 weeks, it distinguishes itself as a pretty special strain.
Very much a plucky pot provider, Critical from Zamnesia Seeds is a (mostly) indica strain that is high on potency and even higher on yields. A meticulous combination of Afghani and Skunk, she is a short but remarkably sweet strain that flourishes under minimal supervision. In Just 7 weeks of flowering she is ready to share her bountiful bud with you.
Exceptionally flavoursome and potent, Blue Dream from Zamnesia Seeds is a hybrid strain of distinct character and sophistication. A choice mix of Blueberry and Haze strains, Blue Dream manages to draw out the very best from both sides. Her shortened flowering time of just 9 weeks leaves other Haze strains in the dust!
Auto Purple CousKush is an autoflowering strain that comprises a well-balanced mix of cannabis genetics. This special cultivar exhibits amazing colours and provides stealthy growers with a perfect growth structure. The highs and flavours are absolutely spectacular. Learn more about this potent strain.
CBD Fix Automatic presents a breakthrough in striking the perfect balance between CBD and THC. With a clear focus on catering the CBD cannabis user, Zamnesia has used expert knowledge to develop an automatic strain that guarantees less than 1% THC content. Such a diverse strain, usable at any time of the day has never been viable until now.
If you’re looking for a perfect Skunk that brings some staggering yields to the table, Cash Express by Zamnesia Seeds should definitely be on your list. This classic Skunk combines a number of excellent qualities, making her not just a superb choice for cash croppers, but simply excellent for everyone—from cannabis enthusiasts to new growers looking for great results without the hassle.
Monster Dwarf Automatic by Zamnesia may be small but you should definitely not judge her on size alone! This great autoflowering Skunk hybrid isn’t just perfect to grow in even the smallest spaces. Her good yields, nice skunky aroma and pleasant effect make Monster Dwarf Automatic by Zamnesia an easy autoflower that you will love!
Set to become a prominent and popular pot strain, AK-420 Automatic from Zamnesia Seeds is not one to be overlooked. Packing a considerable amount of firepower, this feminized hybrid is capable of surprising even the most seasoned of smokers. A delicate mix of AK-420 and Ruderalis she gets to work quickly and abundantly - ready for harvest in just 9 weeks.
Straight from the sunny sands of California, Sour Diesel is a potent sativa mistress ready to blow your mind sky high. With a flowering time of 10 weeks, this mix of Diesel x Northern Lights is an absolute legend.
THC Bunker Buster by Zamnesia Seeds combines three all-time favourite strains into a magnificent new indica-dominant hybrid. Tons of frosty and sparkling buds that are oozing with resin make THC Bunker Buster a top choice for hash-making.
Moreish flavours: A contrasting mix of sweet and sour terpenes. Legendary parentage: OG Kush and Bubble Gum come together in this superb hybrid. Easygoing plants: Compact and responsive to training techniques, Sticky Beast promises great harvests and a breezy growing process. Relaxing effects: Indica-dominant buds soothe body and mind.
Green Crack Punch is an energising and cerebral strain that drops bombs on the cranium in the form of sativa sensations. This lively experience eventually tails off into a smooth body high.
Created from the cross of OG Kush and Critical Mass, Critical Kush is an unbridled beast that brings together the best of both. Be ready for a potent and deeply relaxing high, generous yields, a short 8 week flowering time, and a taste and aroma worthy of its illustrious parents. This is a super strain of cannabis seeds, ideal for the indica lover.
Skunk XL is based on a mix of Colombian, Mexican and Afghan varieties - Skunk #1, a genetic blend that laid tracks for a new generation of cannabis strains. Throughout the years it has been worked on and now Royal Queen Seeds offers this classic variety as feminized seeds. The trailing XL in the name is well-deserved - expect extra large yields.
The Royal Queen Seeds feminized Critical is among the most popular strains among commercial producers and inpatient growers that want lots of top quality weed in no time. With 7 weeks of flowering period, yields up to 600 g per square meter and high THC content, Critical makes a great cash crop.
Blue Cheese Automatic by Royal Queen Seeds is the mix of Blueberry Automatic and Cheese Automatic. The result in and interesting and tantalising mix of flavours, combined with a potent cerebral high. This strain of cannabis seeds goes from germination to harvest in roughly 10 weeks, and can produce a fairly generous yield for an auto variety. It’s an instant classic.
Pineapple Kush is not only great choice for any recreational user looking for a strain with a pleasant cerebral high, but also for medical users seeking help for ailments such as tension, anxiety, mental stress, migraine, PMS and many other indispositions. Pineapple Kush requires 7-8 weeks of flowering to produce a yield of 500-550g/m².
The feminized Special Kush #1 by Royal Queen Seeds is the "resurrection" of an old school Kush strain that loves to grow in the wild and then it fills all available space and reaches and exceeds 3m height. Indoors, this 80-20 Indica/Sativa hybrid requires 7-8 weeks of flowering to produce its small and tight nuggets. Expect an average yield of 400g/m² and a very hash-like taste.
Easy Bud by Royal Queen Seeds is a hybrid result of an autoflowering Ruderalis with a vigorously growing Indica species. This feminized cannabis is a combo of Sativa 15%, Indica 55% and Ruderalis 30% genes. Easy Bud is a close cousin of the autoflowering White Dwarf. Due to its strong genetics, this strain can be cultivated almost everywhere and in no time regardless the environment conditions.
Though Dutch coffeeshops vary quite a lot, there is one thing they all have in common - Northern Light. This legendary strain is one of the most widely known and recognized cannabis varieties and Royal Queen Seeds made a great job to introduce this acclaimed genetics into its feminized seeds offer.
Think "classic cannabis strains", and White Widow would surely be among the first plants that comes to mind. An absolute all-time bestseller in Dutch coffeeshops, and winner of numerous cannabis awards throughout the years, White Widow offers stable genetics, vigorous, low-maintenance growth, and an outstanding high—just what marijuana should be like.
Despite its namesake coming straight out of a comic book, this strain is definitely not "make-believe". From Royal Queen Seeds to you, HulkBerry Automatic is a potent, fruit-flavoured strain with a fast-growing superpower. It's easy to see why this auto is a popular favourite amongst seasoned stoners.
Perhaps one of the dankest and tastiest Cookies hybrids, Green Gelato by Royal Queen Seeds reigns in a new era of connoisseur cannabis. The delicious Thin Mint Cookies and the mouth-watering Sunset Sherbet, arguably the best-tasting Cookies genetics from the SF Bay area, come together in what is one of the most luscious dessert cannabis strains that you can grow today.
Fast Eddy lives up to its name - it goes from seed to harvest in 8-9 weeks. Cheese, Juanita la Lagrimosa and Ruderalis have been brought together to form a low-maintenance autoflowering plant with the potential to generate generous yields and a high CBD content, along with a rather low THC content of only 9%. This 60-100cm plant is able to produce 450g/m². Induces a clear and comfortable high.
Bubble Kush Automatic incorporates the most desirable traits of three excellent varieties - Bubble Gum with its distinctive sweet taste and smell, OG Kush with its intense and long-lasting high and the high yielding and fast growing Royal Critical Automatic. Requires only 8-9 weeks from germination to harvest. Relaxing and full of flavor.