What is hash?
Hash is a concentrate made from cannabis resin. We explain what it's made of, where it comes from and how it differs from other extracts.
Glossary
Growing and cannabis terms explained simply, assuming no prior knowledge. One question per entry.
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What is cannabis curing?
Curing means letting dried buds rest in closed jars so they gain aroma and flavor. We explain how it differs from drying.
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What is greenhouse growing?
Greenhouse growing uses sunlight but protects plants from rain, cold and wind. We explain how it works and when it suits you.
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What is couch-lock?
Couch-lock is the heavy body feeling that leaves you "glued to the sofa". We explain which strains tend to be linked to it and how to use it to choose.
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What is CBD?
CBD is a cannabinoid in cannabis that doesn't get you high. We explain how it differs from THC and how to read the CBD figures on our product pages.
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What is caryophyllene?
Caryophyllene is the terpene that gives cannabis spicy, peppery notes, like black pepper. We tell you what it smells like and where else it shows up.
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What is Cannabis ruderalis?
Cannabis ruderalis is a type of wild cannabis that flowers on its own, based on age. We explain where it comes from and why it's key to autoflowering strains.
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What is BHO?
BHO is a very potent cannabis concentrate made with butane gas. We explain what it is, the forms it comes in and why you should never try to make it.
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What is the difference between indoor and outdoor growing?
Indoors, you grow under a lamp and control the environment; outdoors, the plant grows in the sun and follows the seasons. Here are the pros of each option.