Seed Types

Seed types describe the reproductive classification of cannabis plants, primarily distinguished as regular, feminized, or autoflowering genetics. Regular seeds produce both male and female plants in roughly equal proportions, requiring growers to identify and remove males to prevent pollination. Feminized seeds are bred to produce exclusively female plants, streamlining cultivation for breeders seeking uniform female-only populations. Autoflowering seeds contain ruderalis genetics that trigger flowering based on plant age rather than light cycles, enabling faster generation times. Understanding seed type classification is fundamental for breeding programs, as each type influences breeding strategy, generation timelines, and trait selection methodologies.

Breeders select seed types based on program goals: regular seeds enable controlled pollination and preservation of genetic diversity, feminized seeds accelerate stabilization of elite female lines, and autoflowering genetics compress breeding schedules for rapid iteration. Seed type choice directly impacts breeding efficiency and the ability to maintain or develop stable cultivars.