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Northern

Northern is an indica-dominant strain with the lineage Purest Indica × Hawaiian. Typical aromas include floral, sweet and vanilla notes. The flowering time is currently listed as 7-8 weeks.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • floral
  • sweet
  • vanilla

Genetics

Parent line and family tree

Northern is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below.

Editorial profile

Northern in detail

Origin & classification

Northern is an indica-dominant strain from Northern Lights #5 × Purest Indica × Hawaiian. CBD Seeds is named as the breeder of this strain.

Aroma & flavour

Northern's aroma is primarily floral, sweet and vanilla. This gives the strain a soft, often highly accessible aromatic profile.

Terpene profile

The flowering time is stated as around 53 days. This places Northern closer to modern dessert strains than to classic old-school lines.

Effect tendency

Northern remains interesting above all because of its genetics and clear fundamental character. Fans of modern dessert and exotic lines in particular are likely to recognise many familiar elements here.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

Those looking in this direction will find a dense, sweet-led profile rather than a fresh Haze or pure Kush direction. Its lineage also helps to understand the profile more quickly without making it feel formulaic.

Further classification

Northern Lights #5 x Purest Indica forms the genetic foundation of Northern. Hawaiian is also named as an additional genetic influence. Aromatically, it presents a sweet, fruity direction: floral, sweet and vanilla. For Northern, the aromatic character is not merely an added detail but a central part of the strain identity. The genetic indications suggest a more classic, heavy and robust side to Northern. The flowering time is recorded as approximately 53 days. CBD Seeds is listed as the breeder, providing the profile with an additional layer of clear provenance. The classification as an indica-dominant strain fits a more physical, calm strain profile. Northern therefore remains an indica-dominant strain whose interest lies primarily in the interplay of its existing characteristics. The combination of sweet, fruity and more pronounced elements is particularly notable.

Further classification

With Northern in particular, it is helpful that the fundamental direction can still be readily derived from the parent line. This makes the strain especially interesting for people seeking a sweeter profile while still expecting structure and recognisability. With Northern, it is important that the sweetness does not suggest genericness, but remains clearly connected to its origin and overall character. The result is not an arbitrary dessert profile, but a strain with a clear direction and a distinct, legible identity. Together with the breeder attribution to CBD Seeds, this creates a profile that can be understood well even without marketing language.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Northern

What type of strain is Northern?

We list Northern as an indica-dominant strain with the parent line Purest Indica × Hawaiian.

What genetics are behind Northern?

Northern's parent line is Purest Indica × Hawaiian.

What does Northern smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Northern is primarily floral, sweet and vanilla. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.

What flowering time is stated for Northern?

Northern is listed with a flowering time of 7-8 weeks.

Which breeder is named for Northern?

CBD Seeds is named as the breeder or cultivator of Northern.