Growing your own cannabis seeds is incredibly fun and educational. You have full control over the growing process and know exactly what goes into your plants. It’s also cost-effective and can save you a lot of money compared to coffeeshop prices. Growing your own cannabis is a trusted option and offers a unique opportunity to learn more about your plant. At Dutch-Headshop, you can safely and easily buy the best cannabis seeds, with a wide assortment and always discreet delivery. Start your growing adventure with peace of mind!
At Dutch-Headshop, we have extensively tested the best way to germinate cannabis seeds. Our conclusion? The coffee filter method is the most reliable and user-friendly way to germinate cannabis seeds. This method ensures that the root naturally grows in the correct direction and offers a high success rate, even for beginners. Here’s how it works:
- Soak the seed
Fill a glass with spring water (pH 6-7) and let the seed soak for about 8 hours. - Prepare the coffee filter
Thoroughly moisten a coffee filter with spring water, but ensure it is not dripping wet. Let it drain briefly and place it on a flat plate. - Place the seed
Put the cannabis seed with the pointed end facing down in the wet coffee filter. Fold the filter so the seed is completely covered. - Grip bag and hanging
Place the coffee filter in a grip bag, seal the bag well, and hang it in a dark and warm place (21-25°C). - Check and plant
After 2 to 4 days, the seed will crack open, and a root will grow. Carefully remove the seed from the filter and plant it with the root facing down, about half a centimeter deep in the soil. Within two to three days, you’ll see a seedling appear.
Why use the coffee filter method?
The coffee filter method naturally encourages the root to grow downward by positioning the seed correctly. Additionally, the grip bag creates a stable, moist environment that is essential for successful germination.
All cannabis seeds in our seed shop are feminized seeds. Our ladies guarantee a high yield, and the males are not allowed. Please note that only our hemp seeds, such as Futura 75, are not feminized.
Photoperiod seeds only flower when the nights get longer. In a Dutch garden, this means they will start showing the first signs of flowering between late August and mid-September. For indoor cannabis growing, you need to manage this yourself by adjusting the light schedule. They require at least 10 hours of darkness to transition to the flowering phase. Many growers use the 12/12 schedule for flowering: 12 hours of light followed by 12 hours of darkness.
Autoflower seeds, on the other hand, flower automatically, regardless of the light schedule. They can be grown outdoors throughout the season (May-September), as long as there is enough light. Autoflowers have a shorter lifecycle, usually stay smaller, and are space-saving and easy to grow, making them ideal for beginners. In our seed shop, you can filter by autoflower or feminized seeds, or visit our autoflower category directly.
In cannabis cultivation, new terms keep appearing as the popularity grows. Here are a few terms explained briefly:
- Fastflower – Cannabis plants with a short flowering period. They still require longer nights to flower. Fastflower seeds are photoperiod seeds, not autoflower seeds. They flower in about the same time as quick autoflowers. The name is misleading; they don’t flower faster but have a shorter flowering period.
- F1 seeds – Plants from the very first cross between two reliable parent plants. This “first generation” (F1) offers extra vigor and higher resistance to stress and diseases.
- IBL seeds – Plants from an “Inbred Line,” meaning they have been carefully selected and back-crossed for generations to achieve genetic stability.
There are different types of cannabis seeds, each with unique properties. Sativa seeds are known for their energizing and uplifting effects, while Indica seeds often provide relaxation and a calming sensation. Many varieties are hybrids, combining the best traits of Sativa and Indica. There are also seeds with high THC content for powerful psychoactive effects and seeds with more CBD, ideal for medicinal purposes.
Want guaranteed germination for your cannabis seeds? Choose Dutch-Headshop’s private-label seeds. We are so confident in our private-label seeds that we offer a free germination guarantee with all our private-label seeds!
Cannabis seeds are natural products that, despite the best care, love, and attention, don’t always germinate. At Dutch-Headshop, we address this by providing a germination guarantee for our private-label seeds. Nature can be unpredictable, but with us, you can always count on advice, reliability, and excellent service.
At Dutch-Headshop, you can easily buy the strongest cannabis seeds. By filtering by properties such as THC percentage, growing conditions, and difficulty level, you can quickly find the seeds that meet your needs. Our Strongest Cannabis Seeds category offers a selection of seeds with THC levels of over 30%, including popular varieties like Auto Purple Kush and Auto Northern Light.
Award-winning cannabis strains
Important awards are given to the best cannabis seeds. A seed can be recognized for its high THC or CBD content or simply because the cannabis tastes fantastic. At our shop, award winners are marked with a yellow label on the product photo. We have a special category where you can find all the award winners.
The difference between indoor and outdoor cannabis cultivation lies mainly in the environment and control. Indoor growing allows full control over light, temperature, humidity, and other factors, resulting in stable and higher yields. However, it requires more equipment such as grow lights and ventilation systems, which leads to higher costs. Outdoor cultivation uses natural sunlight, is cheaper and more environmentally friendly, but depends on the climate and seasons. Outdoor plants can grow larger due to the unlimited space, while indoor plants are better suited for smaller spaces.
Planting cannabis seeds in soil is simple, whether they are germinated or not. Make a hole about half a centimeter deep in the soil with a teaspoon, pen, or finger. Place the seed in the hole and cover it gently with soil without compacting it. Lightly moisten the soil, but don’t overwater to avoid drowning the seed.
For novice growers, autoflower cannabis seeds are an excellent choice. These seeds are easy to grow because they automatically start flowering after a certain growth phase, regardless of the light cycle.