When growing your own crops, there are several factors that need to be taken into consideration in order to determine whether or not a specific strain would be value for money for yourself.
When determining whether or not a strain would be a valuable crop for you, there are many external factors that need to be taken into consideration.
The setup and running costs that are involved in growing cannabis is largely determined by the climate you live in, where you intend to grow your crop (Outdoors/Indoors), and the available growing space you have.
The more protection you need to provide, and artificial lighting and watering systems that you need to incorporate into your growing conditions; the more costs there are involved in growing your crops.
One way to skirt round these costs, is to prioritize quantity over quality by growing a strain that’s known for having high scale yields. Luckily there are many high yielding strains that are also known for producing quality buds with a decent number of trichome.
In this article, we will be covering some of the more commonly used high yielding strains, that are used in the production of THC and CBD based cannabis extracts and concentrates, as they offer higher yields while producing a quality product.
Contents
- 1 1) Alaskan Purple
- 2 2) Amnesia Haze
- 3 3) Big Bud
- 4 4) Blue Dream
- 5 5) Blue Ice OG
- 6 6) Casey Jones
- 7 7) Chocolope/D-Line
- 8 8) Critical Mass
- 9 9) Gelat OG
- 10 10) Gold Leaf
- 11 11) Green Crack
- 12 12) Landrace Thai Sativa (Thai Stick)
- 13 13) Mango Haze
- 14 14) Northern Lights
- 15 15) Panama Red
- 16 16) Sour Diesel
- 17 17) Strawberry Kush
- 18 18) Super Silver Haze
- 19 19) Super Skunk
- 20 20) White Widow
- 21 Final Thoughts
1) Alaskan Purple
Originating from Spain, this hybrid grows better indoors then outdoors. It has been specifically bred for indoor conditions, and is a resilient, adaptable strain that can be easily grown by most beginners.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 50% / 50% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 39″ – 78″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 60-63 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 19oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | Not suitable growth |
| Taste and Aroma | Sweet, Flowery, Berry, Fruity |
2) Amnesia Haze
Preferring more sunny to Mediterranean conditions, this is one of the more difficult plants to grow. A sativa-dominant hybrid, this is a good all-rounder plant that can produce some of the highest yields for its size. It is a medium to tall plant, which means that it can be unsuitable for most smaller growing spaces, but should you be able to grow them successfully, they will yield you some high returns.
| Difficulty to Grow | Moderate |
| Type | Photoperiod & Auto-flowering |
| Sativa/Indica | 70% / 30% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 31″ – 78″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 50-60 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 19oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 21oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Lemon, Sweet, Earthy |
3) Big Bud
Often refereed to as the original cash crop strain, Big Bud is notorious for having very high yields thanks to its enormous buds. Their buds are so big in fact, that many of them are unable to support their own weight. Expects even suggest that growing Big Bud hydroponically, will yield even more return for your buck.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 40% / 60% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 35″ – 66″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 50-60 Days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 21oz/3ft² 31oz/3ft² with hydroponics |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 21oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Spicy, Earthy |
4) Blue Dream
While this strain may be a mildew-resistant, versatile plant that can be grown both indoors and outdoors; it can yield far more outdoors then what it can indoors. The shear abundance of yield produced by this crop, makes it one of the easiest and readily available strains you can come by within the USA.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 50% / 50% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | Up to 6″ Indoors Much taller Outdoors |
| Ready for Harvest in | 70 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 14oz – 21oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | Up to 10 pounds per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | Can vary in quality |
5) Blue Ice OG
A very easy plant for beginners to learn with. This short and resilient strain is so durable, that even if you’ve never grown cannabis before, and your first attempt is to grow some indoors, then this could be the strain for you. Even if it is not grown in optimal conditions, it will still most likely yield you a good harvest.
| Difficulty to Grow | Very Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 20% / 80% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 35″-62″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 60 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 17oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 19oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Citrus, Flowery, Earthy, Sweet |
6) Casey Jones
With a high bud-to-leaf ratio and high density, Casey Jones is popular for its high yields and tight, shiny buds, which can be used to produce a large quantity of resin.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy to Grow |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 65% / 35% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 39″-40″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 55-60 Days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 12oz-17oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 4 lbs per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | lemony and flowerly |
7) Chocolope/D-Line
Although this strain can grow rather tall outdoors, up to 87″, it is best grown indoors where its yield can be increased even further. Coupled with it’s high levels of THC (19%-21%), Chocolope has been used to treat conditions such as anxiety, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder. Another advantage this strain has, is that it has a longer flowering period then most other strains.
| Difficulty to Grow | Very Easy |
| Type | Auto-flowering & Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 10% / 90% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 32″-87″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 63-70 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | up to 32oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 16oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Chocolate, Coffee, Vanilla, Earthy |
8) Critical Mass
Critical Mass is a mass production plant that is used by commercial grows due to its very high yields and easily it can be cloned. When cultivated correctly, this strain can yield far more when grown indoors, when compared to being grown outdoors. One of the leading causes for this, is that this strain is prone to mold issues when being grown outdoors, which can lead to whole or partial loss of harvest-able product.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy Indoors Moderate Outdoors |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 40% / 60% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 32″-80″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 45-55 Days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 23oz – 26oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 17oz – 21oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | lemony, slight sour undertones Skunky (Aroma) |
9) Gelat OG
Boasting a height 25% THC concentration, in conjunction with its high yields and durability, makes Gelat OG an ideal candidate for growing indoors. This strain in particular is extremely easy to grow, needing only regular watering and lighting, very standard care really.
| Difficulty to Grow | Very Easy – Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 20% / 80% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 35″-47″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 50-60 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | up to 21oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | up to 21oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Citrus, Flowery, Earthy, Sweet |
10) Gold Leaf
Not only is this strain of cannabis an incredibly high yielding crop, but also a very high level of THC. This high level of THC makes Gold Leaf perfect for treating stress, ADD, ADHD, anxiety, or even insomnia.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy – Moderate |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 40% / 60% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 39″-89″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 28-56 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 23oz per plant |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 28oz per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | Earthy, Sweet, Spicy, Herby |
11) Green Crack
One of the most hardy strains available, Green Crack can be easily grown in rough climates including the more arid regions along the west coast. The strains starts out a little stretchy at first, but will fill out into mold resistant tree bushes.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 25% / 75% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 60″-75″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 55 Days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 12oz – 18oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 2lbs – 6lbs per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | Fruity, Tangy Mango Tropical Fruits and Cedar Wood (Aroma) |
12) Landrace Thai Sativa (Thai Stick)
Known as a Goliath crop, the Landrace Thai Sativa grows extremely large, has a very high concentration of THC and takes a long time before it begins to flower.
| Difficulty to Grow | Difficult – Very Difficult |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 100% / 0% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 15′ if not more |
| Ready for Harvest in | 80 days or later |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | Not suitable for Indoors |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 5lbs or more per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | Earthy and Sweet |
13) Mango Haze
Mango Haze gets its name from the sweet mango like aroma that this strain emits. Even though this is a 50:50 strain, its THC content sits at an impressive 23%.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy Outdoors Moderate Indoors |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 50% / 50% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 59″-68″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 56-77 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 17oz – 19oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 4 lbs per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | Tropical Fruit, Citrus Mango like (Aroma) |
14) Northern Lights
Developed in the Pacific Northwest, Northern Lights has been used as the base for many hybrid strains. Growing well in both soil and hydroponics, Northern Lights is an ideal indoor crop. It has a subtle yet pleasing odor that could make the strain more appealing for growers who wish to be more covert with their growing operations.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Auto-Flowering & Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 0% / 100% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 39″-59″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 45-55 Days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 17oz – 21oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 22oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Earthy, Sweet, Pine |
15) Panama Red
Originating from Panama, the buds of the Panama Red gives this strain its name thanks to the literal red tinge that can be seen on their surface.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 100% / 0% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 6′ or more |
| Ready for Harvest in | 77-91 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 14oz – 17oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 4 lbs per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | Sweet and Spicy, Tropical, Citrus |
16) Sour Diesel
A tall and high yielding strain, Sour Diesel is not a suitable strain for first time growers. This particular strain grows rather quickly and will easily out grow its growing space if you are unable/unwilling to manage its growth rate.
| Difficulty to Grow | Moderate – Difficult |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 60% – 40% |
| Seed Sex | Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 59″/71″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 75-85 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 16oz – 19oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 23oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | surprisingly similar to fuel or gasoline Almost lime-like (Aroma) |
17) Strawberry Kush
Even though Strawberry Kush may not have a high concentration of CBD, this strain nonetheless remains popular with users who are trying to deal with symptoms relating to lack of appetite, anxiety, pain, or stress.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 40% / 60% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 15″/38″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 50-55 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 16oz – 21oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 23oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Strawberry, Sweet, Berry Sweet Sandalwood (Aroma) |
18) Super Silver Haze
Super Silver Haze is well suited for growing both indoors/outdoors and in soil/hydroponically, but its is best grown in an environment where you can keep an eye on its growth. If grown in fields, it would be advisable for you to grow them in rows with inspection paths running along side them. With the right care, this strain can produce large yields within a small space, even though it grows shorter then its cousin the Silver Haze strain.
| Difficulty to Grow | Moderate |
| Type | Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 90% / 10% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 32″-75″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 56-70 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 20oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 4lbs per plant |
| Taste and Aroma | sweet, piney, fruity, pungent flavor |
19) Super Skunk
A compact strain with impressively high yields, and as the name implies, a very pungent aroma. Despite its smell, Super Skunk has a deceptively pleasant taste, which is enjoyed by many a connoisseur. With its high yields and delicate flavors, this is a good strain for beginners to learn grow and move, with relative ease.
| Difficulty to Grow | Very Easy-Easy |
| Type | Auto-Flowering & Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 10% / 90% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 39″-78″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 50-63 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 17oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 21oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Ammonia, Cheese (Aroma) Pomegranate, Cranberry, and Citrus (Taste) |
20) White Widow
If you are looking for a strain that’s good for resin production, then look no further than the White Widow. Not only is this strain resilient towards mold and pests, it also makes for an aesthetically pleasing addition to the garden. For higher, more stable yields, consider growing this one indoors.
| Difficulty to Grow | Easy |
| Type | Auto-Flowering & Photoperiod |
| Sativa/Indica | 40% / 60% |
| Seed Sex | Regular, Feminized |
| Avg Plant Height | 39″-78″ |
| Ready for Harvest in | 50-70 days |
| Approximate Yield Indoors | 17oz – 21oz/3ft² |
| Approximate Yield Outdoors | 15oz – 19oz/3ft² |
| Taste and Aroma | Earthy, Flowery, Woody |
Final Thoughts
We hope this comprehensive list of 20 high yielding strains, has been informative enough to help you pick the strain that’s right for you.
Keep in mind when making your choice however, that you take into consideration your skills and experience with growing crops of any sort, the size of the space you intend on growing your stock, and of cause, the laws and regulations for where you live.
Happy growing and have fun harvesting.