Regular seeds operate just like nature intended. They have a 50% chance of growing as male or female, and they’re the perfect seed for breeders.
They can be crossed with other cultivars for a unique terpene profile, specific cannabinoid content, or increased productivity. While growing regular seed requires more attention to weed out the males, it can be rewarding for the experienced grower.
They’re cheaper
While feminized and autoflowering seeds have a lot of hype behind them, regular seed is still a viable option for breeders. They offer greater genetic diversity and are more affordable, which can be particularly beneficial for small-scale growers or those that are capped at a strict number of plants. In addition, regular seeds allow for the production of male plants that can be separated and pollen collected to create new strains.
Feminized seeds only produce female plants, which can lead to a massive waste of space and nutrients if they end up being discarded. This can also be a problem for those with limited indoor growing spaces.
Regular seeds give growers a 50% chance of producing a male plant, but they can be saved from this fate by segregating the plants with the desirable traits. This process can result in a number of unique and potent strains that are more suited to specific growing conditions.
They’re easier to grow
Regular seeds work as nature intended, with a 50% chance of developing into male or female plants. This is important for breeders as it allows them to create unique strains with desirable traits, such as aroma, THC/CBD ratio, insect resistance, and yield. However, it can also be difficult for growers to manage as they must constantly identify and eliminate the male plants to prevent them from pollinating their females.
As a result, many growers opt for feminized seeds. Feminized seeds are designed to produce only female plants, making them more reliable and easy to manage. This makes them ideal for commercial growers, who can rely on their crop to consistently produce a high quality harvest of buds at the same time each year. Additionally, the absence of male plants means that growers can spend less time removing them and more time focusing on nurturing their females to reach their full potential. This leads to larger crops and better-quality buds.
They’re more stable
Regular seeds are often preferred by traditional growers as they offer more stability than feminized varieties. Feminized seeds are created through a process of stressing female plants which can have a negative impact on plant genetics over time. Regular seeds on the other hand are the result of natural breeding, ensuring that the next generation of seeds will continue to produce the desired phenotypes.
Regular weed seeds give growers a theoretic 50/50 ratio of male and female crops which allows them to produce both smokable buds as well as new seeds. For breeders, this provides the perfect opportunity to create their own unique strains by crossing plants of varying genetics.
Regular weed seeds also tend to have a more robust growth pattern than their feminized counterparts, allowing them to better handle environmental stresses. This means that even in less than ideal conditions, growers can still expect a great harvest. This is a big plus for beginners who might not have the resources to invest in sexing their entire crop.
They’re easier to breed
Regular cannabis seeds are the preferred choice for experienced breeders. They provide the flexibility to create strains that match growers’ personal preferences and growing environment. Breeding can be a time-consuming process, but it’s worth the effort in order to produce high-quality plants that perform well.
The difference between feminized and regular seeds is that feminized seeds only contain female chromosomes (XX) but regular seeds are the opposite, meaning they can produce both male and female specimens when pollinated. Therefore, a grower would need to take out all of the males in order to make sure they only receive the desired number of female plants.
With regular seeds, growers can create their own unique phenotypes that can be bred for desirable characteristics such as yield, THC/CBD ratio, aroma, scent, insect resistance, and growth pattern. However, creating new phenotypes requires a lot of cultivation experience and time, so it’s best to begin with a hybrid that you’re familiar with.
