10 Best Hybrid Weed Strains – Hybrid Marijuana
Are you new to cannabis use and unsure which type to buy? Are you an aficionado looking for something new to try? No matter your familiarity with cannabis, you’re sure to find a hybrid strain you like.
As active marijuana advocates in Federal Heights, CO, Green Sativa is determined to offer quality cannabis, including hybrid strains. So what can you expect from our collection? Here’s the lowdown on our top 10 options.
What Is a Hybrid Strain?
First, let’s talk about what hybrid cannabis strains are. A “strain” is a particular breed of plant and can be mixed with another to make a hybrid.
Flowering plants reproduce via pollen. To create a custom plant, breeders choose which flowers are fertilized with which pollen. Creating the desired plant can be a long process, as it may take several generations to obtain the desired characteristics.
What kinds of species exist in cannabis? Here at Green Sativa, we sell two: sativa, for which we are named, and indica. There are further divisions within each species, which is how so many different strains are made. When you combine two different types of sativa, two different types of indica, or a sativa and an indica, you get a hybrid strain.
Why do different strains offer different effects? In addition to breeding for taste, breeders can also select for concentration and balance of cannabinoids.
Sativa
Sativa is known for its stimulating effect, sometimes referred to as a “head high.” It’s considered a “daytime” strain due to its uplifting effects:
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- Energization
- Happy feelings
- Focus
Indica
In contrast, indica is known for its relaxing effects:
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- Sleepiness
- Heavy limbs
- Tingling face
What Are the Top 10 Hybrid Strains at Green Sativa?
We have so many options at our Federal Heights, CO, location that it’s hard to narrow down our list of recommendations. Ideally, our friendly staff would help you find the perfect choice based on your preferences. However, we’ve reviewed our carefully curated selection and come up with 10 of our favorite hybrid cannabis strains.
All of the following are available at Green Sativa in flower form. Several are also available in wax and shatter.
1. Great Northern
This strain is popular with customers who prefer a strong head high that gradually turns into relaxation. With THC levels at 8.73%, our version of Great Northern isn’t as strong as others but still delivers energy and boosted spirits.
The flavor is a mix of sweet herbs, pine, and sour lemon. This strain is an excellent option if you enjoy earthy tones with bright notes of spice and citrus.
2. Gelato Cake
Don’t let the name throw you off — this strain is more than a sugary confection. As an indica-dominant strain, it has powerful sedative effects that can end with a nap. Combined with light euphoria from its sativa side, Gelato Cake is a good option for a nightcap.
As you may expect from the name, the taste is surprisingly sweet. The flavor is distinctly vanilla, with a slightly sour undertone and peppery pine exhale.
3. Memberberry
If you’re interested in a balance between euphoria and relaxation, Memberberry is the perfect option. This strain provides a happy, “floating” effect without sending you to snoozeville. The results are long-lasting and qualify this strain for “daytime” use.
The taste is fruity and tart, a result of its parent strains: Mandarin Sunset and Skunkberry. The THC levels can be as high as 19%, making it an excellent option for those who prefer a solid high.
4. Strawberry Banana
The Strawberry Banana strain has powerful full-body and head effects that balance relaxation and focus. Sedation is enough to relieve tension without making you fall asleep, while the euphoric effects provide a comfortable feeling of well-being.
A cross between Crocket’s Banana Kush and Strawberry Bubblegum, this strain lives up to its name with sweet banana on the exhale and tropical strawberry flavor. This strain is associated with the munchies, so make sure you have snacks at the ready.
5. Blueberry Headband
With a lower THC content than other hybrids, Blueberry Headband is a good choice if you’ve never tried cannabis before. Though this strain is indica-dominant, customers report euphoria, creativity, and energy as prominent effects.
The flavor is a unique mix of sweet and tart, with notes of blueberry, lemon, and an earthy undercurrent. This strain is the result of crossbreeding between the Headband and Blueberry strains.
6. Mac & Cheese
You may expect a savory taste based on the name, but Mac & Cheese is sour. Rather than being named for the flavor, Mac & Cheese is a mashup of its parents’ names: Alien Cheese and The Mac.
While the skunky aroma and intense flavor may not be big draws, this strain is popular for its effects. The high has intense feelings of euphoria and relaxation that create a “state of bliss.”
7. Sundae Driver
Individuals with a sweet tooth will be pleased to find that Sundae Driver is aptly named. This strain offers deep relaxation accompanied by giddy euphoria. Many customers report falling asleep after partaking.
This strain is known for its great taste, including notes of fruit, sugar, and chocolate, even among hybrids. It’s a cross between Grape Pie and Fruity Pebbles, offering the best of both.
8. Hemlock
Don’t let the name scare you — this cannabis strain is perfectly safe for consumption. A 50-50 split between sativa and indica, the Hemlock hybrid is all about calm. Customers report deep relaxation paired with intense happiness—many also experience extreme hunger, usually after waking up from a cannabis-induced nap.
Hemlock has an ammonia exhale, a grapefruit flavor, and an aroma often described as “chemical.” This strain is a cross between LA Confidential and Durban Poison.
9. Jungle Cake
Jungle Cake is a highly potent strain, so you may want to set aside a day to try it out. Balanced between sativa and indica, this hybrid creates feelings of intense bliss before easing into deep relaxation. It does come with munchies, so keep your pantry stocked.
The flavor is complex and fun, with notes of nuttiness, marshmallows, and fruity berries. This strain is the product of Wedding Cake crossed with White Fire.
10. Gello
A little lower on the THC scale than the others on this list, Gello is a perfect balance between sativa and indica. The result is an uplifting high and deep relaxation. Customers report feeling a steady calm when partaking.
The flavor is a delightful mix of sour citrus and sugary berry, and the aroma has an earthy undertone. Gello is a porteaumu of its parents’ names: Flo and Gelato.
If you’re looking for a dispensary in Federal Heights, CO, you should stop by Green Sativa. Our friendly staff is happy to provide information about our stock and help you find the perfect strain. To learn more, visit us online or call (303) 284-1155.
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