Exploring Low THC Strains: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Top Varieties

In the ever-expanding cannabis market, the allure of high THC strains often gets the spotlight.  However, a growing trend toward health-conscious consumption has brought low-THC strains into the limelight. These varieties, known for their subtle psychoactive effects and robust therapeutic benefits, cater to users seeking a mild, manageable experience. This blog delves into the advantages… Continue reading Exploring Low THC Strains: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Top Varieties

What is Popcorn Weed?

Popcorn weed, also known as popcorn buds, refers to the smaller, often more compact cannabis flowers that resemble the size and shape of a kernel of popcorn. These buds typically form beneath the canopy of a cannabis plant, receiving less light and thus developing into smaller sizes compared to the top-hanging buds. Despite their size,… Continue reading What is Popcorn Weed?

The Cannabis Harvest: Trimming, Drying, and Tips

When to Harvest Cannabis Knowing when to harvest your cannabis plants is crucial for achieving the desired potency, flavor, and overall quality of your buds. Harvesting too early can result in underdeveloped buds with lower THC levels while waiting too long can lead to a decrease in potency and an increase in the degradation of… Continue reading The Cannabis Harvest: Trimming, Drying, and Tips

What Makes Each Strain of Marijuana Different?

As you browse through EarthMed’s selection of cannabis flowers available at our McHenry, Rosemont, and Addison dispensaries, you’ll find hundreds of different types of weed available for purchase. The number of marijuana strains on the planet is constantly on the rise as new varieties are developed through breeding and hybridization, so it’s challenging to provide… Continue reading What Makes Each Strain of Marijuana Different?

Green vs. Purple Weed: Unveiling the Colors and Myths

In the diverse landscape of cannabis, the color of the cannabis stands out as a prominent characteristic, and as an indication of quality. Among the various hues that grace the cannabis landscape, green and purple are two prominent shades that catch the eye. Understanding the colors of cannabis involves a grasp of the pigments at… Continue reading Green vs. Purple Weed: Unveiling the Colors and Myths

How Relationships Are Affected by Weed

As you dive further into cannabis culture, you’ll likely encounter more and more individuals who share that same love for cannabis products. As you grow these friendships with your fellow smokers, it’s important to remind yourself that cannabis can have various effects on relationships. Depending on the individuals involved, the context of the relationship, and… Continue reading How Relationships Are Affected by Weed