Over the last 50 years, the demographic of cannabis users has changed significantly. Many of the original tokers of the 50s and 60s are now considered senior citizens. Unfortunately, as we age our bodies change and the kind of weed we want to smoke will change with it. Many seniors are smoking for recreation and others smoke for medicinal reasons. It is also true that cannabis may be medicinally safer for older generations than over the counter drugs that can have harmful side effects. These are just a few strains that are ideal for seniors.
This is a classic strain that is fantastic for relaxation and general calm. Medicinally it is usually recommended for those who are struggling with their appetite, with stress or with insomnia. She is also an excellent pain killer which is good for those who are suffering from ligament or joint pain. This landrace strain has been around for generations and is one of the finest that can be found on the market today. It can have a hint of couch-lock if smoked too heavily. Visually this is a gorgeous plant, a compact Indica with dark leaves and dense buds covered in a thick layer of resin. This strain has a flowering time of 45 – 55 days and can be grown indoors or outdoors.
This is a Sativa dominant hybrid that is high in CBD and extremely calming. The effect is also soothing and relaxing, perfect for those who are struggling with stress or joint pain. This strain is also ideal for arthritis, fibromyalgia, anxiety, PTSD, pain, stress, insomnia and multiple sclerosis. Harlequin CBD provides relief from stress or pain without any notable intoxication. The THC content in this strain is low, making it perfect for anyone who still wants to get things done. The CBD, however, is around 5% or higher, making this one of the few 1:1 THC to CBD strains. It has a deliciously musky flavour with a hint of earth and mango. This strain has a flowering time of 56 – 63 days and can be grown indoors, outdoors or in a greenhouse.
This is another relatively mild strain which makes it another fantastic medicinal strain. She was created by combining New York City Diesel and Reina Madre. These genetics created a fantastically relaxing and comfortable strain that is perfect for joint pain, muscle spasms, nausea and inflammation. That means it’s a great strain for severe arthritis and other inflammation-based issues. The effects are extremely gentle due to the low THC and high CBD, but still definitely noticeable. Cannatonic also allows the brain to focus, which makes it a perfect day time recreational or medicinal strain. The flavour and scent are a mix of earth and pine, overall extremely pleasant and enjoyable. She takes around 9 – 10 weeks and can be grown indoors, outdoors or in a greenhouse.
Durban is a popular strain for those who require a little cheering up. It is soothing and bodily but also extremely happy and uplifting. This is great for anyone who is struggling with stress, depression or anxiety. Durban is an extremely famous strain best known for being one of the most robust Sativas. This strain produces fantastic yields of dense, resin-covered buds. This is a fantastic daytime strain and wonderful for recreational use. Few strains bring forth such a pure sense of happiness. This strain has a flavour and scent of lemon and aniseed, delightfully refreshing and tasty. Durban is considered a perfect strain for daytime pain relief.
This is another great strain for arthritis pain relief. GSC is a mellow and natural strain with a sweet scent and a comfortable high. She works well for those suffering from chronic pain or inflammation. This strain is much higher in THC, with a level of around 22%. This means it’s not a strain to be messed around with too much, but in careful quantities, she can be a fantastic medicinal and recreational strain. The recreational effect is often uplifting and talkative which makes it great for socialising, going for a walk or watching a film. The euphoria of the strain also makes it good for dealing with depression and stress. She also has a pretty intense “munchies” effect, so is perfect for dealing with nausea and appetite loss. This strain can be grown indoors, outdoors or in a greenhouse and has a flowering time of 55 – 63 days.
White Berry is a beautiful balance of Sativa and Indica that provides an extremely comfortable bodily stone with an uplifting mental rush. She is every grower’s dream, easy to cultivate and relatively subtle when she’s being grown outdoors. She also produces massive yields in a relatively short amount of time. White Berry smells of sweet berries and is a generally delightful strain both during flowering and smoking. She is also a multi-award winner and has taken 1st place in the Treating Yourself Medical Cannabis Cup in 2013, 1st place for Best Flavour at BioMenorCannabis in 2015 and 2nd place at BioMenorCannabis in 2015. Her THC level isn’t too strong with a THC level of 15 – 18%, so she is a good choice for those who don’t want to be knocked off their feet. She has a flowering time of around 7 – 8 weeks and will grow well indoors, outdoors or in a greenhouse.
This final strain is known for being both soothing and uplifting, an ideal strain for anyone who just wants to feel comfortable and relaxed. She was created by combining two famous strains, White Widow and Blueberry. The result is a stable hybrid with a long-lasting, cerebral, physical and mentally powerful strain. Despite her being quite potent her THC level is around 12 – 16% so she doesn’t run the risk of being too brain-melting. She is often used by those who are suffering from chronic and severe pain. This strain has a flowering time of just 7 – 8 weeks and can be grown indoors, outdoors or in a greenhouse.
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