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At first glance, all cannabis seeds look alike. But for the trained eye, you’ll begin to notice the unique features of each of our Amsterdam Genetics premium cannabis seeds. The physical and genetic traits of a cannabis seed help growers determine which seeds will produce the best plants. The only question now is what characteristics should you be looking for when examining cannabis seeds to determine what’s a good or bad seed. Here’s what you need to know to develop your eye for comparing cannabis seeds.

Comparing Physical Characteristics of Cannabis Seed

When ordering cannabis seeds from Amsterdam Genetics, you’ll receive a pack of three, five, or ten cannabis seeds. All of our seeds are 100% natural, so several factors influence the performance of your seeds. Here are the three key traits of cannabis seeds you should know.

a. Size

Cannabis seeds can be as large as a pea or as small as a tomato seed. The size of the cannabis seed is not important to determine how well it will grow. One plant can produce cannabis seeds of different sizes that all have the potential to grow healthy plants. Keep your small seeds because they may become your best-yielding cannabis plants.

b. Colour

Cannabis seeds range in colour from light brown to almost black. In addition to the primary colour, seeds may display spots or stripes. Different strains produce different seed colours. As a general rule of thumb, the darker the seed, the more mature it is. However, it’s important also to note that seed maturity has little effect on the seed’s performance when planted. Even younger cannabis seeds can produce healthy, high-yielding plants.

c. Shape

Cannabis seeds vary only slightly in shape. Most cannabis seeds are oval-shaped. You may occasionally come across an abnormal seed, which is okay. The shape of your cannabis seed won’t impact how it grows. Squashed or cracked seeds will not be able to germinate properly.

Comparing Genetic Traits of Cannabis Seeds

The genetics of your cannabis seed is more important for determining how the seed will grow than simply examining the physical attributes. Information about seed genetics is available when shopping for cannabis seeds online. Here’s the most important information.

a. Seed Category

Seed classification is one of the most important characteristics to look for when shopping for cannabis seeds online. Seeds fall within three main categories—regular, autoflower, and feminised. All three are available in the Amsterdam Genetics seed bank. Here’s what you need to know to compare these different types:

• Regular seeds – genetically unmodified seeds that produce male and female plants. These are good for crossbreeding, pheno-hunting, and advanced cultivators.
• Autoflower seeds – seeds that automatically enter the flowering stage without changing the light cycle, repotting, etc. These seeds are excellent for simplified growing setups, short growing seasons, and beginner growers.
• Feminised seeds – genetically altered seeds to produce only female plants (bud-bearing plants). These are great for maximising yield and growing indoors.

b. Seed Family

The cannabis seed family informs growers how the seed will grow. Indica seeds grow short, bushy plants ideal for small indoor growing setups. Sativa seeds produce tall cannabis plants that thrive best when they have enough room to grow to their capacity. Compare seed families when selecting cannabis seeds to find a strain suitable for your growing setup.

Testing your cannabis seeds

Cannabis seed packs come with multiple seeds. But which of these seeds will produce healthy plants? Whether you choose a 3-seed, 5-seed, or 10-seed pack, growers can rely on handy tests to see which seeds should be planted. Here’s how to do them!

1. The Float Test

Place your cannabis seeds in a small bowl of water to see which seeds float or sink. The seeds that sink to the bottom of the bowl are the healthiest. Healthy seeds are more dense and absorb water better. Floating seeds may be hollow, which is a sign of immaturity.

Leaving cannabis seeds in the water too long can drown them. This is a short test before beginning to germinate your cannabis seeds.

2. The Pinch Test

Growing cannabis seeds is a very hands-on process—even before you plant the seeds! A hard, thick shell is a characteristic of healthy cannabis seeds. You can look for this trait by using the Pinch Test. Lightly squeeze a cannabis seed between your index finger and thumb. Healthy seeds will withstand the pressure thanks to the hard shell. Seeds with soft, undeveloped shells are not effective for growing.

Succeed with any cannabis seed

Don’t let your cannabis seeds go to waste! How cannabis seeds are stored plays a major role in their health before planting them. The best place to store cannabis seeds is in a dry, cool, and dark environment inside their original packaging. A non-humid setting is ideal for preventing mould on cannabis. Minimum light exposure helps the seeds avoid using any growing resources before they’re ready to be planted.

Storing your Amsterdam Genetics premium cannabis seeds in these conditions will increase the life of your seeds and make them more likely to produce healthy plants, regardless of their physical attributes.

Find the Best Cannabis Seeds

There are major differences between healthy cannabis seeds and damaged seeds. Knowing what to look for when comparing cannabis seeds reveals which have the potential to produce healthy plants. For the best chance, start with premium cannabis seeds from Amsterdam Genetics. Each of our seeds is developed with the best cannabis genetics. Properly storing our seeds while unused is the best way to get the results you want when planting them!