Dutch Passion

With origins dating back to the ‘70s, Dutch Passion is one of the Netherlands’ oldest seedbanks; and this experience can be easily seen in the quality of their seeds. The team boasts many years spent honing their skills and refining world-class genetics, resulting in numerous award-winning strains.

Their story starts back in 1972, when Henk van Dalen, the founder of Dutch Passion, first began growing cannabis to meet his own personal requirements for high-quality bud. With formal academic training in biology, as well as in the pharmacology and effects of psychedelics, Henk utilised his knowledge to push his cannabis plants to the limit.

At the time, people in the Netherlands had to rely on imported weed if they wanted good quality. Henk aimed to change this, and through his network of contacts, he slowly started making a name for himself as a home-grown breeder of top-shelf cannabis.

Eventually, Henk saw his breeding become more and more in-demand. So in 1987, he founded the Dutch Passion Seed Company. His goal was to make great genetics available for people to grow at home, allowing everyone to enjoy the benefits of top-grade cannabis and control how it is grown from seed to harvest.

It is a philosophy that has persisted to this day, and has shaped Dutch Passion into the titan it is now. We are always taken aback by the love with which they talk about their seeds whenever we meet them; they continue to innovate and experiment with genetics, producing marvels of the cannabis world. As a testament to their prowess, Henk was awarded the first ever High Times “Dutch Master” award back in 2011, in recognition of his significant contribution to the cannabis community, and breeding as a whole.

Great examples of Dutch Passion cannabis seeds include classics such as Frisian Dew, Orange Bud, Hollands Hope, and AutoMazar.

Packaging Dutch Passion

Dutch Passion ships all seeds in their own brand of unique packaging. In the past, seeds were placed within a small paper envelope that detailed the information about the strain held within. Although appreciated by some growers, many found the packaging to be insufficient when it came to protecting seeds.

As such, Dutch Passion has introduced new, small metal tins, containing an envelope holding the precious seeds. The tin helps protect the seeds from potential damage during transit, and the envelope is now outfitted with moisture-retention capabilities to keep seeds in the best possible condition.

Cannabis seeds by Dutch Passion are available in quantities of 3 in both feminized and autoflowering varieties.

Awards Dutch Passion

Indicative of their breeding expertise, Dutch Passion has won many awards for their cannabis strains over the years. Here is a list detailing all of the award-winners they have produced, as well as what they won.

Mazar

Awards:

• 1999 High Times Cannabis Cup, 2nd place for Best Overall Strain
• 2002 High Life Cup, 2nd place for Best Overall Strain
• 2008 Tip Forte, 1st place for Best Overall Strain
• 2014 Soft Secrets Magazine, Plant of the Year

A classic from the ‘80s, Mazar is a cross of Skunk #1 x Afghani. The result is one of Dutch Passion’s most renowned strains, and is synonymous with high quality. Her genetics were revitalised back in 1997 to add a refined nature that can still be experienced today. Mazar induces a deep and relaxing body stone that also lowers the mind into comfortable bliss. She exhibits a toughness and vigour that make her a great choice for novice growers. Mazar grows with a short, Christmas tree-like stature, flowering in 8–9 weeks and producing very generous yields.

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Desfrán

Awards:

• 2009 Copa Del Plata, 1st place for Best Outdoor Strain
• 2011 Masters Córdoba, 1st place for Best Outdoor Strain
• 2011 Masters Córdoba, 2nd place for Best Outdoor Strain
• 2011 Copa del Mar, Champion Award
• 2012 Copa Río de Janeiro, Highest Potency Award
• 2012 Copa Río de Janeiro, Most Flavour Award
• 2012 Copa Cannabiscafé, Highest Potency Award
• 2013 Copa Del Plata, 2nd place for Best Indoor Strain
• 2014 Copa C.A.B.A., 2nd place for Best Indoor Strain

With genetics hailing from South Africa, Desfrán is the crossing of two exemplary specimens of Destroyer. The result is one of Dutch Passion’s most decorated strains, blowing minds the world over. She is a 100% sativa plant, taking up plenty of space in the grow room and melting the mind with a potent sativa uplift. Expect a euphoric high that lifts the mind clear out of the body, combined with a sweet, fruity, caramel flavour. Desfrán needs a lot of room to flourish; however, if you have the space, you will be rewarded with large amounts of resin-coated nuggets after just 9–10 weeks of flowering. She is a winner for any sativa-lover out there.

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Frisian Dew

Awards:

• 2008 High Life Holland, 1st place for Best Overall Strain

A mix of Super Skunk x Purple Star, Frisian Dew is one of the most gorgeous outdoor varieties around. She produces mystifying shades of purple as she flowers, becoming coated in a layer of resin that glistens in the sun. As a 50/50 hybrid, Frisian Dew induces a mixed high, uplifting the mind as it relaxes the body. Frisian Dew displays more than just good looks; she is highly resistant to mould and grows with a healthy vigour. Her flowering time is roughly 7–8 weeks, producing extra-large yields. Although she can be grown indoors, it is outdoors that she truly flourishes.

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Blueberry

Awards:

• 2000 High Times Cannabis Cup, 1st place for Best Overall Strain
• 2001 High Times Cannabis Cup, 3rd place for Best Overall Strain

Hailed as the original Blueberry, Dutch Passion has produced a cult-classic with fruity and sumptuous flavours. She is a bit of a fussy feeder, and thus, better-suited to a more experienced hand; but if you put in the time and effort, you are rewarded with connoisseur-grade bud that both tantalises the tongue and relaxes the body. Blueberry has a flowering time of roughly 9 weeks, producing medium yields.

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White Widow

Awards:

• C.A.B.A. Cup 5th Edition, Best Weed and Best High Indoor Awards

A Dutch coffeeshop favourite, White Widow is a wildly popular strain that has stood the test of time. Dutch Passion’s variety of White Widow has been bred to emphasise the most desirable traits of this strain, making her stable, consistent, and easy to grow. As such, this classic is just as suited to the novice grower as it is the veteran. White Widow induces a sky-rocketing high, uplifting the user into euphoria. White Widow is easy-going, flowers in 8 weeks, and can produce very generous yields. The perfect choice for anyone wanting to try out a timeless classic.

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Passion #1

Passion #1 is a legendary Californian indica that has remained a favourite of many outdoor growers over the years. Not only is she stable and easy to grow; if planted early in the season, she can reach up to 3.5m by the time harvest comes around. As you can imagine, that comes with some pretty significant yields! She induces an energetic and uplifting buzz that follows up with a deep and relaxing stone. With a flowering time of 6 weeks, indoor growers can take advantage of some super bud—as long as you have the space to grow her!

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Power Plant

Dating back to 1997, Power Plant sent waves through the cannabis market upon its release, becoming an instant hit among growers. As the name suggests, she is all about raw power, outputting large yields and potent effects. Her aroma has a fresh, piney quality to it, with her smoke also having a slightly sweet aftertaste. The high induced is one of smooth uplift—energising, motivating, and inspiring the user. With a little too much, she tips over into a couch-lock of cerebral euphoria. Flowering in 8 weeks and producing extra-large yields, she is a sativa-dominant beauty worth any grower’s time and energy.

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