How to grow Northern Lights x Skunk
THC 19% 
Flowering 60 - 65 days 
Yield 458 – 549 g/m² 
Height 119.9-140cm Taste
Seb's take
Northern Lights and Skunk #1, two names that between them did much of the heavy lifting in modern cannabis breeding, combined into one robust, feminized indica-dominant plant. Generous yields and a blissfully relaxing effect have made it a long-standing favourite regardless of the grower's experience.
Where it comes from
Northern Lights and Skunk #1 — two names that between them did much of the heavy lifting in modern cannabis breeding — combined by Herbies Seeds into one robust, feminized indica-dominant plant. The record calls it iconic, and the parentage justifies the word. Both parents left a mark on nearly everything that followed; brought together, they make a plant with a great deal of history in a very ordinary-looking seed.
Nose & flavour
The record withholds the tasting notes, but Skunk #1 rarely stays quiet — expect its pungent, unmistakable character grounded by the sweet, earthy Northern Lights half. Between the two, an aroma that does not travel discreetly. The heritage does the describing, and does it loudly.
The high
At 17 to 19% THC, the effect runs to the blissfully relaxing, indica-forward end that the record describes — a steady, settling lift with the Skunk parent lending a little brightness. Well-rounded evening company rather than a knockout. The pedigree is illustrious; the effect wears it comfortably, without making a fuss about it.
Growing it
Suited to growers of any skill level — a forgiving, robust plant that stands 120 to 140cm and finishes across 60 to 65 days for a generous 458 to 549 g/m². The Skunk and Northern Lights heritage makes her hardy and dependable throughout. A sound choice for a first grow with a genuinely storied family behind it, and a reliable one for anyone after steady yields. Little drama, plenty of return.
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Common questions about Northern Lights x Skunk
How long does Northern Lights x Skunk take to flower?
Around 9 weeks of flowering, by the breeder's numbers.
Is Northern Lights x Skunk an autoflower or a photoperiod strain?
A feminized photoperiod strain — flowering starts when you switch the lights, so the timing is yours to control.
How tall does Northern Lights x Skunk grow?
Around 140 cm. Standard tent territory.
How strong is Northern Lights x Skunk?
The breeder lists THC around 19%. Firmly in the strong band.
