The Best Cannabis Strains to Grow in Oregon

Oregon poses a few challenges for cannabis growers. Firstly, it has two distinct climates, splitting the state into west and east Oregon. The western part of Oregon has a Mediterranean climate, offering warm, dry summers and wet winters. On the other hand, the eastern half has a cold, semi-arid climate(steppe), which gives the region its hot, dry summers and cold winters.

Secondly, the western region has frequently overcast and cloudy skies, contributing to its short growing season. And while the eastern region offers a lot clearer skies, the cold snap in October (where cannabis is usually harvested) can cause temperatures to drop to an unfavorable 64°F (18.3°C), which can start to slow plant growth.

Yet despite these challenges, Oregon remains one of the best states for growing cannabis. While the weather isn’t ideal, it’s good enough for cannabis, and it shows in Oregon’s cannabis industry, which focuses on producing quality flowers through organic and eco-friendly practices.

If you were inspired to grow in Oregon or are a long-time cannabis grower in the state, it’s helpful to know which cannabis strains perform best. Here’s our list of the 10 best strains to grow in Oregon.

Critical Mass

If you want to grow flowers with high THC and CBD, Critical Mass is one of the best cannabis strains to pick. It thrives in warm and dry summers, making it one of the best Indica-dominant strains to grow in Oregon’s Mediterranean climate. But what makes Critical Mass ideal is its short flowering time, which can let you get ahead of the rain that occurs around mid-October, when you typically harvest cannabis.

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Critical Mass is particularly known for having high levels of CBD, making it an excellent choice for those who want to relieve their symptoms and still be able to function.

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In regards to growing, you’ll find Critical Mass cannabis plants easy to tend to as outdoor plants. And thanks to its overall hardiness, they don’t require any extra effort to produce considerable yields. You can expect around 14 to 17 ounces per plant with THC levels of up to 22% and CBD levels of up to 5%.

Read our full review of Critical Mass, or shop for Critical Mass feminized or autoflower seeds in our store.

Critical Mass cultivar profile

LSD

True to its name, this Indica-dominant strain will take you on a trip. Its high THC content of up to 24% guarantees that when you smoke its flowers or consume its extracts, you’ll experience an intense and invigorating buzz of euphoria accompanied by a soothing body high that helps you relax.

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The LSD marijuana strain delivers a light-minded, heavy-body high. Its smoke will move you to sit yourself down and intensely enjoy the feelings of euphoria that it brings.

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When it comes to cultivating, LSD cannabis plants are easy to grow outdoors since they don’t require extra effort to maintain, thanks to their natural resilience to pests. LSD cannabis will also thrive in steppe and Mediterranean climates, making it a strain that grows well in both parts of Oregon.

Start growing your LSD cannabis by buying feminized or autoflower seeds at our store, where you can also download and read our Harvest Guide to know the best time to harvest your cannabis plants.

LSD cultivar profile

Pure Indica

Pure Indica is, as the name states, a 100% indica strain. Outside of that, it’s also one of the faster-flowering marijuana strains on this list, making it a good cultivar to grow in Western Oregon. What makes it the ideal cultivar for this region is its eight-week flowering time, allowing you to harvest the plants before the state receives its annual rain.

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As far as marijuana strains go, Pure Indica seeds are quite rare, yet this strain remains a favorite for many. As its name implies, this strain is 100% indica. It's a small plant that packs a powerful punch.

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Additionally, Pure Indica can thrive in most climates with average temperatures. But, it does exceptionally well in Mediterranean climates like Western Oregon, as it sits between not being exceptionally balmy nor extremely cold.

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Pure Indica cultivar profile

Skywalker OG

A cross between Skywalker and OG Kush, Skywalker OG is an 80% indica hybrid that yields flowers with a THC content of up to 26%. It’s enjoyed by many in the cannabis community for its calming, full-body high. When smoked, you’ll find that its flowers also come with a distinct and lasting aroma of herbs and spices.

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Are you looking for a calming smoke that carries a mellow high and is a crowd-pleaser for beginners and veteran smokers alike? You are going to love Skywalker OG seeds!

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Skywalker OG is a moderately difficult strain to grow, with humidity being the main challenge when cultivating this strain. It’s a strain that becomes harder to grow when cultivated in humid environments but easier when grown in drier climates. That means that while Skywalker OG can grow in both parts of Oregon, it would thrive better in the eastern parts since it offers a far drier climate than the western region.

Read our full review of Skywalker OG, or purchase Skywalker OG feminized seeds in our store.

Skywalker OG cultivar profile

Chemdawg

Chemdawg or Chemdog is a cannabis strain full of mystery and myth. We don’t know exactly which strains were bred to produce it, but we do have an educated guess that this famous strain was made by breeding Thai and Nepalese sativas. We can be certain that Chemdawg is a potent strain that delivers a powerful high that many cannabis connoisseurs love.

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Chemdawg (AKA Chemdog) is a Cannabis strain that's surrounded by mystery and myths. Its parents may be unknown, but its effects are quite the opposite.

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But its high THC content of up to 25% does come with some work since Chemdawg plants are susceptible to mold and are easy pickings for pests— a trait that some strains derived from Chemdawg also carries, like with Sour Diesel. Fortunately, Chemdawg plants have a short flowering time of 8 weeks and thrive in steppe and Mediterranean climates, making it a great (although a little challenging) strain to grow in Oregon.

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Chemdawg cultivar profile

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Power Plant

Power Plant is a sativa-dominant hybrid derived from African landraces. And like most African landraces, such as Durban Poison, this sativa will give you a giant boost in energy, upping your mood and making you more talkative and social. It is the perfect strain to smoke among friends. However, with THC levels that often reach 20%, this strain might be too potent for beginners.

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Power Plant has medium to high CBD content, but it is most often enjoyed by recreational users. This is because it gives the user a feeling of happiness and joy, causing the user to become more social and talkative.

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When growing Power Plant cannabis, you’ll find it’s a relatively hardy strain with plants that don’t need extra effort to get a good yield outside of growing it in the right climate. Power Plant cannabis prefers Mediterranean climates like Oregon. But, it doesn’t do well with high humidity and has no natural resistance against mold. What this strain does have to counter against Western Oregon’s annual precipitation is its fast-flowering trait that only needs 7-9 weeks of flowering to be harvested.

Grow Power Plant cannabis by buying Power Plant feminized seeds in our store, where you can also download our Harvest Guide to learn how to time your harvest perfectly.

Power Plant cultivar profile

Bubba Kush

While its heritage is unclear, it’s said that Bubba Kush was made by crossing OG Kush with either Northern Lights or an unnamed clone. But what we do know is that it’s a hardy Indica-dominant strain that flourishes in Mediterranean climates with dry and moderate conditions. To get the highest yield possible from this strain, you must maintain a growing temperature of around 68-80°F (20-26°C) throughout Oregon’s entire (although short) growing season.

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Bubba Kush seeds have gained worldwide attention among both the recreational and medical Cannabis communities. For those fighting the effects of stress, this is the go-to strain of choice.

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Growing Bubba Kush cannabis is ideal because its flowers can produce a THC content of up to 22%, providing you with a relaxing body high that fills you with euphoria. The flavor and aroma of its flowers are nothing short of delectable. It has a strong scent and taste of chocolate, coffee, and earthy sweetness.

Read our full review of Bubba Kush, or buy Bubba Kush feminized and autoflower seeds in our store, where you can also buy marijuana fertilizers to give your plants all the nutrients they need from start to finish.

Bubba Kush cultivar profile

California Dream

California Dream is an Indica-dominant that thrives in Mediterranean environments, making the warm and dry summer of Western Oregon the ideal climate for California Dream cannabis plants to flourish. And with a flowering time of only nine weeks, you can time your grow to avoid the annual precipitation Western Oregon is notorious for.

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By giving California Dream the ideal climate to grow in, you can maximize the potential of this strain’s high THC and yield. You can expect a hefty 21 ounces per plant with flowers that have a THC content of 24%.

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California Dream cultivar profile

Banana Kush

Banana Kush is an indica hybrid that needs a Steppe climate to thrive, meaning Eastern Oregon and its hot and dry summers is the place to be if you want to grow this strain optimally. You won’t have to worry about Eastern Oregon’s cold snap as chances are you’d have already made your harvest before you can feel the cold creeping in, thanks to its short flowering time of 8 weeks.

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Banana Kush is a fragrant, social smoke that delivers a sweet, mellow buzz. It is very popular on the US West Coast for its flavor, scent and effect. Its stimulating buzz makes it a go-to for artists.

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Growing Banana Kush is moderately difficult, as it needs more than just the right temperature and amount of sunlight to give the ideal conditions to thrive. You must also prune them to maintain proper airflow in the garden. But your hard work will come to a head as you can expect Banana Kush to yield around 14 to 21 ounces per plant, with flowers boasting a THC content of up to 21%.

Read our full review of Banana Kush, or buy Banana Kush feminized and autoflower seeds in our store.

Banana Kush cultivar profile

Agent Orange

Agent Orange is a sativa hybrid known for growing buds with a sweet, citrusy flavor and aroma. It thrives in climates with hot, dry summers with temperatures ranging between 68-80°F (20-26°C), making Eastern Oregon, with its Steppe climate and warm temperatures, the ideal place to grow this sativa strain. It also helps that Agent Orange is fast-flowering, letting you harvest before the cold snap.

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Agent Orange seeds are known for growing buds with a sweet flavor and fragrant aroma. This slightly sativa leaning hybrid is a balanced blend that is uplifting and motivating.

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And you wouldn’t want to lose even an ounce of flower from the cold winter, as Agent Orange buds deliver a high that quickly makes you feel extremely euphoric and happy. It is the perfect smoke when you’re feeling less than yourself and the best strain if you need a boost of energy to get you through the day. Grow Agent Orange by buying Agent Orange feminized seeds in our store.

Agent Orange cultivar profile

Conclusion

Growing cannabis is a fun hobby that shouldn’t be challenging. To help make cannabis cultivation less daunting to get into and to help quickly start growing like a pro, download Robert’s Grow Bible, a free 70-page cannabis grow guide.