Northern Lights

Northern Lights is a legendary indica-dominant strain celebrated for its classic old-school genetics, dense resin-coated flowers, and unmistakably rich aroma. Its terpene profile is commonly described as earthy and sweet with notes of pine, spice, and subtle citrus. Known for producing compact, heavily frosted buds, Northern Lights has remained a favorite among collectors and cultivators for decades thanks to its reputation for resilience, relatively fast flowering, and consistent characteristics.

Strain Details

Genetics: Afghani × Thai landrace genetics

Type: Indica Dominant — approximately 90% Indica / 10% Sativa

Flowering Time: Approximately 7–9 weeks

Indoor Height: Approximately 30–50 inches

Outdoor Height: Approximately 60–80+ inches

Outdoor Harvest: Late September to Early October

Yield: Medium to High

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Climate: Warm, sunny, Mediterranean-style conditions; also well suited to controlled indoor environments

Aroma: Earthy, Pine, Sweet, Spicy

Flavor Profile: Sweet Pine, Earthy Herbs, Spice, Subtle Citrus

Bud Structure: Dense, compact flowers with heavy resin coverage and orange pistils

Common Terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene

Lineage: Traditionally associated with Afghani and Thai landrace ancestry