At the start of the Nineties, two large collections of breeding plants merged and the Seed Bank became the Sensi Seed Bank – one of the most important cannabis gene-banks in existence. To celebrate, Sensi Seeds released several new strains designed to be accessible to every weed-lover - easy to grow, very affordable and always expressing Sensi’s high standards of quality and potency.
Shiva Shanti was the first of these special ganja strains – a beautiful plant named after the equally beautiful twin daughters of Ben Dronkers. This hybrid is bred from an old-school Afghani known as Garlic Bud, whose classic qualities have been reinforced by crossing with another 'heritage' Kush variety; she receives a further boost to her vigour and power through a recessive Skunk influence.
Shiva Shanti covers all the bases; she's large, vibrant and uniform, producing little odour when blooming. As a strain, she’s very dependable in flowering and matures quickly, producing a heavy yield of long, solid, spear-shaped buds. Shiva Shanti inherits the power and characteristic aroma of her famous parent – the sharp, acidic tang of raw garlic, now coexisting with a rich, honeyed scent from the Skunk ancestor. Shiva Shanti's effect is deep, stress-free and a fine enhancer of physical sensations.
Strain FAQ
Honey flavour comes from which terpenes?
Honey flavour comes from several terpenes. Myrcene offers earthy sweetness, while caryophyllene adds spice. Ocimene gives a sweet, herbaceous note, and limonene adds tanginess, creating a rich, warm honey flavour in these strains.
Why are regular seeds so important in the creation of new cannabis strains?
Breeding starts with regular seeds, which provide both male and female plants. This allows breeders to mix and combine features to generate new and exciting cannabis strains. To make children you need a male and a female!
How do high-yielding strains make use of light?
They're champions at photosynthesis, efficiently converting available light into plant growth. This trait is said to be crucial for maximizing yields in both outdoor and indoor environments, where making the most of light can significantly impact plant development.
What else does the Cannabis Cup provide besides competition?
The Cannabis Cup offers seminars and workshops on legal growing and cannabis laws in addition to contests. These workshops, led by industry experts, demonstrate the event's dedication to cannabis education and advocacy.
Why do some people choose shorter-flowering strains?
Fast-flowering strains obviously enable for faster turnaround times, which can help legal producers maximise space year-round. This efficiency can allow numerous harvests each year and increases profitability.