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Sativa70% Sativa / 30% Indica15–25% THC

Lemon Haze

Breeder: Various (popularized as Super Lemon Haze by Green House Seed Co.)

Lemon Haze is a classic sativa-dominant hybrid that combines the bright citrus aromatics and more compact flowering traits of Lemon Skunk with the soaring cerebral energy of the Haze line. A staple of Dutch coffeeshop culture and a fixture in seed banks worldwide, it remains one of the most recognizable lemon-forward strains in cannabis. The closely related Super Lemon Haze variant (Lemon Skunk x Super Silver Haze) is one of the most decorated competition strains in history, winning back-to-back High Times Cannabis Cups in 2008 and 2009.

Lineage
Lemon Skunk x Silver Haze
THC Range
15–25%
Flower Time
8–10 weeks
Difficulty
Intermediate

Lineage & Genetics

Cross: Lemon Skunk x Silver Haze

Lemon Skunk is a lemon-phenotype selection from Skunk #1 genetics, contributing the sharp citrus terpene profile and improved structure over pure Haze. Silver Haze (Northern Lights #5 x Haze) provides the classic Haze cerebral energy, soaring sativa high, and resinous flower production. The combination tempers Haze's extreme flowering time while preserving its legendary mental effects.

Lineage Dispute

Standard Lemon Haze uses Silver Haze as the Haze parent. The more famous Super Lemon Haze variant (bred by Franco Loja at Green House Seed Co.) uses Super Silver Haze instead. Multiple Dutch seed companies produce their own Lemon Haze versions — there is no single original breeder for the standard cross.

Terpene Profile

DOMINANT

LimoneneOverwhelmingly dominant; drives the signature sharp lemon-citrus aroma that defines the strain

DOMINANT

TerpinoleneHerbal-floral with subtle citrus; contributes to the heady, uplifting cerebral effects

SECONDARY

CaryophylleneSpicy-peppery undertone that balances the bright citrus top notes

SECONDARY

MyrceneLight earthy sweetness that adds mild body relaxation to the otherwise cerebral experience

SECONDARY

OcimeneSweet minty-herbal accent that supports aromatic complexity

Aroma: Sharp, fresh lemon zest dominates — like cracking open a bag of lemon drops. Sweet citrus candy, herbal-floral undertones, and a faint skunky earthiness emerge underneath. The nose is immediately identifiable and intensely citrus-forward.

Flavor: Bright lemon and sweet citrus on the inhale with earthy and mildly skunky undertones. The exhale is clean and citrus-forward with a tangy lemon candy finish. Smooth, easy-smoking profile.

Effects & Experience

Onset: Rapid cerebral lift within minutes — a burst of euphoria, energy, and mental clarity that feels like a shot of espresso for the mind.

Strongly sativa-dominant: creative, focused, and socially energizing. Enhances conversations, artistic pursuits, and daytime productivity. Minimal body heaviness at moderate doses. Some users report mild anxiety or raciness at higher doses.

Duration: 2–3 hours of peak cerebral effects; the energetic quality tapers gradually without a heavy comedown.

Commonly Reported Uses

Stress reliefDepressionFatigueChronic painDaytime focus and creativity

Growing Characteristics

Flower Time
8–10 weeks
Yield (Indoor)
450–550 g/m²
Yield (Outdoor)
500–650 g/plant
Difficulty
Intermediate
Height
Tall; classic sativa structure with medium-to-long internodes. Expect 2–3x vertical stretch after flipping to 12/12
Environment
Warm Mediterranean climates outdoors; indoors thrives under high-intensity lighting with proactive height management

Grow Tips: Topping or LST is essential for indoor canopy control due to aggressive stretch. Narrow, light-green fan leaves darken slightly as the plant matures. High calyx-to-leaf ratio makes trimming straightforward. Resin production intensifies in weeks 7–10 with a pronounced lemon-candy aroma signaling harvest readiness.

History & Origin

Lemon Haze emerged from the Dutch seed bank scene where multiple companies crossed Lemon Skunk with Silver Haze to create a citrus-forward sativa. The strain gained massive popularity through coffeeshop culture in Amsterdam. The most celebrated version — Super Lemon Haze — was bred by Franco Loja at Green House Seed Co. using Super Silver Haze as the Haze parent. Franco's Super Lemon Haze won 1st Place at the High Times Cannabis Cup in both 2008 and 2009, an extraordinary back-to-back achievement that cemented the Lemon Haze name as one of the most awarded sativa lineages in cannabis history. Amsterdam Genetics, Bulk Seeds, Royal Queen Seeds, and DNA Genetics all offer their own versions of the standard Lemon Skunk x Silver Haze cross.

Awards & Recognition

  • 1st Place — High Times Cannabis Cup 2008 (as Super Lemon Haze, Green House Seed Co.)
  • 1st Place — High Times Cannabis Cup 2009 (as Super Lemon Haze, Green House Seed Co.)
  • 1st Place — IC420 Growers Cup 2010 (as Super Lemon Haze)
  • 2nd Place — High Times Cannabis Cup 2010 (as Super Lemon Haze)
  • 1st Place — High Times Medical Cannabis Cup Seattle 2012 (as Super Lemon Haze)
  • 1st Place — ExpoGrow Irun 2013 (as Super Lemon Haze)
Sources & References (6)
  1. https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/lemon-haze/amsterdam-genetics
  2. https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/lemon-haze/bulk-seeds
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Lemon_Haze
  4. https://app.jointcommerce.com/blog/category/cannabis-101/lemon-haze-strain-a-comprehensive-strain-guide/
  5. https://mangocannabis.com/blog/cannabis-101/lemon-haze-strain/
  6. https://thisiswhyimhigh.com/strains/lemon-haze

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