Northern Lights, also known as "NL," is an iconic pure indica strain created by crossing Afghani with Thai. This strain is celebrated for its resinous buds, swift flowering, and robust growth, making it a popular choice among growers and consumers alike.
Effects: Users report euphoric effects that deeply relax the body and mind, easing muscles and calming thoughts. It's often chosen by medical marijuana patients for relief from depression, stress, pain, and insomnia. Northern Lights is known for inducing sleepiness and a relaxed state, making it ideal for evening use.
Aroma and Flavor: The strain has a pungently sweet and spicy flavor profile, smooth on the exhale. Its aroma is characterized by pine and spicy, sweet notes.
Appearance: It features purple and crystal-coated buds. The plant grows in dense, cone-shaped nugs with a smell of sweet pine and citrus, and a hint of skunk.
Growing Information: Northern Lights is known for a high calyx-to-leaf ratio which makes trimming easier. It thrives best as a multi-branch plant and does well with moderate to heavy nutrients. The yields typically fall between 400-500g/m². It has a flowering time of 45-50 days and is recommended for indoor growing.