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Strain Review

White Rhino Strain Review: The Heavy Hitter from Green House

White Rhino is the indica that earned its name. Heavy yields, heavy resin, heavy effects. Here is the full breakdown of one of the most awarded strains in the Green House catalogue.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Super Lemon Haze Strain Review: The Cup-Winning Sativa from Green House

Super Lemon Haze took back-to-back Cannabis Cups in 2008 and 2009 and never really left the conversation after that. Here is what makes Green House's most famous sativa worth the hype almost two decades later.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Pulp Friction Strain Review: The Fruit Salad Hybrid from Green House

Pulp Friction is one of the newer Green House releases and one of the most flavour-forward strains in the modern catalogue. Banana, melon, and cream over a 26 percent THC base. Here is the full breakdown.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Jack Herer Strain Review: The Sativa Named After the Emperor of Hemp

Jack Herer was bred by Sensi Seeds in the 1990s and named after the cannabis activist whose book redefined the legalisation movement. Here is the story of one of the most decorated sativa hybrids ever created.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Holy Punch Strain Review: The Indica That Thrives in Wet Climates

Holy Punch is one of the most mould-resistant strains in the Green House catalogue, built for humid climates where most genetics struggle. A bushy indica with sweet grape flavours and a powerful body effect that eventually turns social.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Hawaiian Snow Strain Review: The Pure Sativa That Tests Patience and Rewards It

Hawaiian Snow is one of the rare near-pure sativas still in commercial circulation. The flower time is brutal, the high is borderline psychedelic, and the growers who love it really love it.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Franco's Lemon Cheese Strain Review: The Tribute Strain to a Lost Breeder

Franco's Lemon Cheese is Green House Seeds' tribute to Franco Loja, the breeder who built much of the modern catalogue before his death in 2017. It combines his two favourite strains, and a portion of every sale funds his children's education.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Exodus Cheese Strain Review: The UK Rave Strain That Conquered the World

Exodus Cheese was discovered by a UK rave collective in the early 1990s and stayed in the underground for years before becoming a global classic. Here is the strain's strange origin story and what makes it still worth growing.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

El Niño Strain Review: The 1998 Cup Winner That Built the White Family

El Niño took two Cannabis Cup awards in 1998 and became one of the foundation strains of Green House's White family. A balanced indica-leaning hybrid with deep roots in the Amsterdam scene.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Cloud Walker Strain Review: Colombian Landrace Genetics in a Modern Hybrid

Cloud Walker takes a Colombian landrace pulled from a Strain Hunters expedition and crosses it with Mendocino's finest. The result is one of the most psychedelic strains in the modern Green House catalogue.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

Big Bang Strain Review: The Medicinal Indica Sold in Dutch Pharmacies

Big Bang is one of the few cannabis strains in the world that has been sold as prescription medicine through Dutch pharmacies. Here is the story of the Green House classic and what it actually does.

2026-04-08
Cannabis 101

Arjan Roskam: The King of Cannabis and the Empire He Built in Amsterdam

Arjan Roskam built Green House Seeds into the most decorated seed bank in cannabis history. He also built a reputation as the most divisive figure in the industry. Both stories are true.

2026-04-08
Strain Review

White Widow Strain Review: A Timeless Amsterdam Legend

White Widow has held its slot on Amsterdam coffeeshop menus for three decades. Here is why it still earns it in 2026.

2026-03-29
Strain Review

Wedding Cake Strain Review: Why Growers Can't Get Enough

Wedding Cake is rich vanilla and tangy dough with a body high that earns its reputation. Full review covering effects, flavor, and grow notes.

2026-03-29
Strain Review

OG Kush Strain Review: The Strain That Built the West Coast

OG Kush is the genetic backbone of West Coast cannabis. Fuel and pine on the nose, heavy euphoria on the high. Here is the full breakdown.

2026-03-29
Grow Guide

How to Increase Your Cannabis Yield: 10 Proven Techniques

Practical techniques to increase your cannabis yield without buying new equipment. Training, lighting, nutrients, and the mistakes that cost you grams.

2026-03-29
Cannabis 101

The History of Cannabis: From Ancient Medicine to Modern Culture

From ancient ritual use to modern legalization. A condensed history of cannabis spanning thousands of years.

2026-03-29
Cannabis 101

Cannabis Strains A to Z: The Complete Guide to Every Strain

A reference guide to cannabis strains organized A to Z. Genetics, effects, and what makes each one worth knowing.

2026-03-29
Legal

Cannabis in Europe: Where It's Legal and What's Changing in 2026

A country-by-country breakdown of cannabis legality in Europe in 2026. What is legal where, what changed recently, and what to expect next.

2026-03-29
Strain Review

Blue Dream Strain Review: Effects, Flavor, and Growing Tips

Blue Dream is the most popular strain in the United States and has been for years. Here is why it earns the spot and what to expect when you grow it.

2026-03-29
Grow Guide

Best Cannabis Nutrients for Every Growth Stage

A practical nutrient guide for cannabis growers. NPK ratios, feeding schedules, deficiency signs, and which products are worth the money.

2026-03-29
Cannabis 101

Autoflower vs Photoperiod: Which One Should You Grow?

Autoflower or photoperiod for your first grow? Here is the honest comparison covering yield, time, difficulty, and which one fits your situation.

2026-03-29
Grow Guide

How to Grow Cannabis Indoors: The Complete Beginner Guide

Everything you need to grow your first indoor cannabis plant. Equipment lists, setup steps, common mistakes, and a realistic timeline from seed to harvest.

2026-03-24
Grow Guide

How Long Does It Take to Grow Cannabis? Realistic Timeline

The short answer is 3-5 months from seed to smokable flower. The detailed answer depends on your strain, setup, and how patient you are with curing.

2026-03-24
Strain Review

Gorilla Glue #4 Strain Review: The Stickiest Legend in Cannabis

GG4 changed the game when it hit the scene. Here's everything you need to know about growing it, smoking it, and why it's still one of the most popular strains a decade later.

2026-03-24
Strain Review

Girl Scout Cookies (GSC) Strain Review: The Dessert Strain That Built an Empire

GSC spawned an entire generation of cookie crosses and changed what people expected from cannabis flavor. Here's the full breakdown on genetics, effects, and growing.

2026-03-24
Strain Review

Best Strains for Beginners: 8 That Are Almost Impossible to Kill

Not every strain forgives beginner mistakes. These 8 do. Picked for resilience, yield, and ease of growing whether you're indoors or out.

2026-03-24
Cannabis 101

Indica vs Sativa vs Hybrid: What's Actually Different

The indica/sativa distinction is everywhere in cannabis culture but the science behind it is more nuanced than most people realize. Here's what actually matters when choosing a strain.

2026-03-23
Seed Bank Reviews

Best Seed Banks That Ship to the USA in 2026

Finding a seed bank that reliably ships to the US without seizures or scams is harder than it should be. We tested the top options and ranked them by genetics, stealth shipping, and customer support.

2026-03-23
Seed Bank Reviews

Best Autoflower Seed Banks 2026: Honest Reviews and Comparison

We compared the top autoflower seed banks by genetics quality, germination rates, shipping, and customer support. Here's who made the cut.

2026-03-23
Grow Guide

How to Grow Gorilla Cookies Strain: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Walk through the entire grow process - from seed to harvest - with tips and tricks to maximize your yields growing Gorilla Cookies.

2024-11-23
Strain Review

Gorilla Cookies Strain: The Definitive Review

Everything you need to know about Gorilla Cookies - genetics, flavor, effects, THC levels, growing tips, and how it compares to its parent strains.

2024-11-23