To many of our growers, the distinctive, often pungent aroma of a cannabis plant can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, the scent is part of the allure, hinting at the flavor profiles and potency within. On the other hand, the strong smell can draw unwanted attention, posing challenges for those cultivating cannabis at home or simply desire a more discreet experience.
Enter low odor cannabis strains. These strains are specially bred to emit a milder weed smell than their more fragrant counterparts. This doesn't mean they're odorless - they simply have a less pungent, often more subtle aroma. Despite their reduced scent, these low odor weed strains don't compromise on the quality or potency of the cannabis. They simply allow a more discreet cultivation and consumption experience.
Opting for low odor strains can be a game-changer for home growers living in densely populated areas, or for anyone who prefers to keep their cannabis activities on the down-low. We do recommend to employ odor management practices, such as good ventilation and carbon filters. Embrace the world of low odor cannabis strains - potency, discretion, and quality all in one aromatic package!
Top 10 Best Low Odor Strains to Grow
This list contains the ten least smelly weed strains, but please remember that while these cannabis plants are generally less odorous, smell can still increase during the flowering stage, and when curing the buds. Good ventilation, odor neutralizers, and carbon filters can help manage the smell of growing cannabis.
1. Northern Lights
Northern Lights feminized seeds are the foundation of many celebrated crossbreeds, earning her legendary status among cannabis enthusiasts. For autoflower seeds lovers, we also offer Northern Lights autoflower seeds.
Growing
A versatile strain, Northern Lights flourishes indoors and outdoors, even in colder, damp climates. Despite her compact stature, she produces bountiful, dense buds covered in sparkling trichomes.
With a short flowering time of about eight weeks, you can anticipate multiple harvests within a year. Outdoors, this low odor indica strain blossoms into a taller, bushier plant, yielding an impressive up to 900 grams per plant.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
Even though she is one of the least smelly strains to grow, Northern Lights does deliver an enticing honey-musk aroma, complemented by hints of wild juniper and Afghani. As for her effects, be prepared for a deeply relaxing, full-bodied Indica experience.
Perfect for unwinding after a long day, she provides a calming sensation that may transition into a couch-lock effect. Enjoy her complex yet subtly neutral flavors and prepare for a soothing session with Northern Lights.
2. Jack Herer
Born from the legacy of an influential cannabis activist, Jack Herer feminized seeds have etched their mark in the cannabis realm, providing a balanced Sativa-Indica cultivation experience.
Growing
Cultivating Jack Herer is rewarding yet straightforward. She boasts a robust and productive stature, yielding enormous buds that might need support to prevent snapping. While this low odor weed strain has a voracious appetite for nutrients, she reciprocates with substantial harvests.
In cooler climates, consider growing her in a greenhouse for optimal results. One of her attractive features is her discretion; she maintains a low odor profile until harvest. You can also check out our Jack Herer autoflower seeds, which grow even quicker.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
Jack Herer exudes a delightful blend of earthy aroma, sweet fruity notes, and a hint of skunk. Her taste mirrors this complexity, often offering palatable undertones of sandalwood or pine.
When smoked, she provides a harmonious mix of full-body relaxation and cerebral uplift, perfect for social settings or keeping focused on tasks. Jack Herer's therapeutic potential is lauded for stress, depression, and pain relief.
3. Master Kush
Master Kush feminized seeds blend the powerful Indica genetics of the Himalayan Hindu Kush and Skunk #1, offering a near-pure Indica experience.
Growing
Master Kush, a compact yet potent strain, thrives in both indoor and outdoor settings. Her small size and robust nature make her ideal for experienced growers seeking top-quality yield. Indoor cultivation requires meticulous pruning to prevent mold due to her low resistance to high humidity.
Yet, her hardiness and relatively short flowering time of 56 to 70 days make this low odor cannabis strain a stealthy choice for outdoor growers.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
True to her Himalayan heritage, Master Kush bears an earthy, sweetly pungent aroma with spicy undertones. Her taste mirrors this, offering a unique blend of peppery and fruity hints. The smoke is thick and may cause an initial cough, but eases into a smooth, pleasant experience.
Master Kush's effects are profoundly physical, offering a deep, meditative stone, making her an excellent choice for pain relief and relaxation.
4. Super Skunk
Super Skunk autoflower seeds birth a hardy strain, a descendant of a specially selected Afghan hash plant crossed with reliable ruderalis genetics, ensuring a robust grow and a deliciously potent experience.
While her name suggests otherwise, her smell's strength is milder, making her very viable for this low odor strains list.
Growing
A favorite among both beginners and experienced cultivators, Super Skunk autoflower flourishes with minimal maintenance. Her manageable height and quick harvest time, which spans about 12 weeks from seed to harvest, makes her a versatile choice for both indoor and outdoor growth.
Particularly outdoors, she reaches her full potential under the sun's glow. Despite her compact size, peaking at 110 cm indoors and 130 cm outdoors, she boasts a grand yield of up to 450 grams per m2 indoors and 100 grams per plant outdoors.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
Super Skunk radiates an enticing aroma of citrus fruits like lemon and tangerine, balanced with a deep, earthy, cheesy aftertaste.
Her smoke, thick and rich, offers a balanced, Indica-dominant high, coupling a euphoric mood boost with a soothing body stone, making her an ideal partner for relaxation and sound sleep.
5. Hindu Kush
Hailing from the mystical mountains of her namesake, Hindu Kush feminized seeds give life to a pure Indica strain that brings deep relaxation akin to the tranquility of her mountainous origins.
Hindu Kush autoflower seeds are also an option for a quick and easy harvest, perfect for a stealthy low odor grow.
Growing
Adaptable to nearly all conditions due to her robust nature, Hindu Kush grows easily under the watchful eye of both novices and experienced growers. A compact beauty, she peaks at 120 cm indoors and stretches to 150 cm outdoors, relishing organic soil for optimal growth.
Her dense buds, while impressively yielding up to 550 grams per m² indoors and 600 grams per plant outdoors, require diligent pruning for optimal light penetration.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
Hindu Kush delivers a symphony of flavors—earthy undertones meld with fresh citrus and exotic sandalwood for a taste experience as enriching as her history.
Her soothing, full-bodied effects are equally profound, inducing a calming wave of relaxation that lulls every muscle into tranquility, a sensation mirrored in her medicinal benefits.
6. Blue Cheese
Blue Cheese autoflower seeds originate from a skillful blend of Blueberry Kush and Blue Cheese, with a dash of Ruderalis for an autoflowering twist, offering a deliciously unique cannabis experience.
Growing
Unfussy and relatively low maintenance, Blue Cheese autoflower makes a gardener's delight, flourishing both indoors and outdoors. She matures swiftly, ready for harvest in just 49 to 56 days, delivering a premium yield without demanding meticulous water values or heavy nutrition.
Standing at a medium height of 70 cm indoors and reaching up to 110 cm outdoors, she's a practical choice for space-conscious growers. This delightful strain thrives in a variety of climates, from cold to Mediterranean, displaying beautiful purple hues under colder nights.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
A feast for the senses, Blue Cheese lends surprising fruity notes with the classic cheese undertones. This aromatic bouquet mirrors her flavors, delivering a rich fusion of berries and cheese.
Her effects mirror the quality of her taste, offering an uplifting and potent experience, making Blue Cheese an ideal partner for winding down after a long day.
7. AK-48
AK-48 feminized seeds offer an exciting cross of landrace seeds, combining Colombian Gold, Thai, Mexican, and Afghani strains. This makes her a well-rounded cannabis choice with an efficient grow cycle.
If you are looking for the ultimate efficiency, make sure to grab our AK-48 autoflower seeds!
Growing
Notorious for her fast flowering period, AK-48 shows her strength in just 48 days under optimal conditions, living up to her name. Easy to cultivate, she's very forgiving, making her an ideal pick for beginner growers.
Her size is conveniently medium, reaching about 50 to 70 cm indoors, while thriving outdoors between 130 cm and 170 cm. Though she prefers a controlled indoor environment, this indica dominant strain can also enjoy the Mediterranean sunshine outdoors.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
AK-48 offers an aromatic profile of citrus, sweet florals, and woody notes, with a delightful touch of caramel. Her taste mirrors this aromatic symphony, earning her a favorite spot among many.
When it comes to her effects, users can anticipate a long-lasting, energetic high, with her THC content up to 17%. AK-48 is also known for her potential medicinal properties, providing a unique blend of (chronic pain) relief and upliftment.
8. Cheese
Cheese feminized seeds, an iconic blend of Skunk #1 and Afghani, deliver an unforgettable cannabis experience marked by her unique aromatic profile and robust growth characteristics.
This unique aroma might suggest she is one of our more stinky strains, but, just like Super Skunk, she is far from the smelliest cannabis plants you can grow.
Growing
This indica dominant hybrid a treat for those with a bit of growing experience, showing resilience both indoors and outdoors in moderate to warm climates. Despite her Sativa-dominant DNA, Cheese grows rather bushy and tall, especially when she's nurtured outdoors.
Indoor growers can expect a compact height of 70 to 100 cm, while she stretches to around 140 cm outdoors. Our Cheese autoflower seeds make growing this low odor weed strain even easier, especially for first-time growers.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
True to her name, Cheese indulges the senses with a pungent and spicy aroma, carrying earthy undertones. Her flavor mirrors this bouquet, offering a taste experience akin to a well-aged cheese.
The high she provides is both potent and soothing, making for an uplifting, blissful experience that can offer relief from chronic pain and insomnia. Her THC levels average around 18%, contributing to a high that is as delightful as it is manageable.
9. Lowryder
Lowryder autoflower seeds are a wonder of selective breeding, resulting from nine generations of meticulous cultivation by The Joint Doctor seeds.
Born from a blend of potent Ruderalis, Northern Lights #2 and William's Wonder, she's a unique, miniature powerhouse renowned for her tiny stature and captivating effects.
Growing
Lowryder thrives in limited spaces and diverse climates. Her robust nature enables resilience against harsh conditions and potential threats like molds and mildew. This low odor strain is a grower's delight, with a short lifecycle that, under ideal circumstances, takes just over two months from seed to harvest.
Indoors, she prefers a long light cycle but has no dependencies, making her a highly adaptable strain.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
Lowryder's aroma is an intriguing mix of earthy notes underscored by a refreshing citrus hint. Her taste mirrors her scent, delivering a unique combination of sweet citrus, creamy undertones, and a final kick of pine.
As for her effects, they embody the best of her hybrid nature. Beginning slowly, the high intensifies, offering uplifting sensations and deep relaxation that captivate both medical and recreational users alike. With Lowryder autoflower seeds, you're in for a remarkable journey from cultivation to consumption.
10. Girl Scout Cookies
Hailing from the sunny vibes of San Francisco Bay, Girl Scout Cookies feminized seeds carry a rich lineage of Durban Poison x OG Kush. Her flavorful mix of sweetness and earthy tones, coupled with a robust euphoric high, has won the hearts of cannabis enthusiasts across the globe.
Growing
Girl Scout Cookies proves herself to be an effortless companion for both novice and experienced cultivators. Her medium stature and yielding branches make her an excellent candidate for various cultivation techniques.
With a potential indoor yield of 500 grams per m², she has the power to give an optimal harvest. Outdoor growers can expect a generous yield between 550 and 650 grams per plant.
Smell, Taste, and Effect
Girl Scout Cookies showcases a stunning aromatic profile reminiscent of freshly baked cookies. Her flavors intermingle spicy, sweet, and minty undertones with an earthy finish.
Upon consumption, she gifts users with a cheerful, relaxed, and creative high, leaving them comfortably soothed. For those eager to savor her charm in a short growing period, do consider our Girl Scout Cookies autoflower seeds.
Choose your favorite low odor strain
We hope you've found our top ten best low odor cannabis strains enlightening, and perhaps discovered a new favorite to enrich your garden next season or even sooner in your indoor setup.
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