Purple Monkey Balls Or Bubba Kush: How to Choose the Right Marijuana Strain in A Saturated Market

With so many different cannabis strains to choose from, we wouldn’t blame you for being confused about which is the right strain for you, or how to choose the best cannabis strain.

Did you know that according to many cannabis experts, there are over 779 different cannabis strains, with more being developed by growers every day?  

As the legalization of cannabis continues worldwide, we’re only going to see more and more strains hit the market.Shopping for cannabis strains in Canada can be quite intimidating for any cannabis beginners. Often, just walking into a dispensary or cannabis shop can be intimidating enough, but being put on the spot and having to choose cannabis strains can make it even worse. 

In the following article, we’ll cover some of the ways that you can choose a strain that suits you, how strain genetics work, doing your research, and a little strain history. 

How to Choose the Right Marijuana Strain in A Saturated Market 

Pay Attention to Genetics

There are three main cannabis strains sativa, indica, and hybrid. As the name suggests, hybrids are a combination of either indica and sativa, indica and indica, and sativa and sativa. Typical sativa strains are energetic and uplifting, while indicas are responsible for that ‘couch lock’ experience or full-body high. Almost all hybrid strains are dominant to either sativa or indica, but there are a few balanced hybrid strains that have both sativa and indica characteristics. 

Parent Strains and Cross Strains

If you enjoy a strain that is part of a parent strain, there is a good chance that you’ll also enjoy one of the parents too. For example, if you like GranDaddy Purple (GDP), you may like one of the parents strains Purple Urkle or Big Bud. 

Research Cannabis Strains 

Like any other product, taking the time to do some research before you buy is one of the best ways to ensure that you end up with a product that not only meets your requirements but also satisfies you. Cannabis is no different from buying a new car, but on a smaller scale. You wouldn’t just buy any old car, and you shouldn’t smoke or vape any old cannabis.

Take your time and do some research on which strains are best suited for your mind and body. For example, if you're suffering from anxiety, a hyrbid strain, like Orange Zkittlez would be more effective than a sativa strain packed with THC, like Chocotope.

The Leafythings strain database is a great place to start researching marijuana strains. A cannabis connoisseur reviews different cannabis strains into detail, and shares their experience with specific strains. The Leafythings strain guide includes information about popular cannabis strains and different strains to meet your requirements. 

Pineapple Express – Strain Origin Stories 

One of the world’s most recognizable cannabis strains is Pineapple Express, and no, the movie came first, and anyone that says that they smoked it before the movie is lying. The director, Seth Rogan, and writer Evan Goldberg came up with the name. They actually never said how they came up with the name, and the only other reference to Pineapple Express is a weather phenomenon.

That doesn’t mean that it isn’t one of the most popular strains in North America. Pineapple Express was created by crossing Trainwreck and Hawaiian, two extremely popular strains in their own right. The aroma of Pineapple is what hits you first. A delicious aroma that many people claim smells like fresh mangos, apple, and of course, hints of pineapple. This sativa dominant hybrid is perfect for anyone who enjoys an energetic and uplifting cerebral high without the couch-lock. 

There you go! A few different ways to choose a cannabis strain that suits you and a little bit of strain history from one of the world’s most recognized cannabis strains. Like anything, taking a little bit of time to do some cannabis research is the best way to ensure that you end up with a cannabis strain that you love. Start by sampling various strains and don’t just buy the first thing that someone offers. There are over 700 different cannabis strains out there to choose from, so why limit yourself!

Once you find a strain you'd like to try, search it on Leafythings and get it shipped or delivered same day, right to your door. You can browse marijuana strains and other cannabis products, like edibles and concentrates, from thousands of Canadian retailers all in one hub. Searching and shopping for marijuana strains on the internet has never been this easy. So what are you waiting for?