In the world of legal cannabis, cannabidiol (CBD) offers numerous therapeutic benefits to help relieve pain and stress, and improve sleep quality. Faced with growing demand, different production methods are used to meet consumer needs. These three main cultivation methods are known as: Indoor CBD Flower, Outdoor CBD Flower, and Greenhouse CBD Flower.
Discover their specific characteristics and learn about the key points regarding quality and effectiveness.
Outdoor CBD Flower: Back to Basics with Outdoor Cultivation
- Outdoor CBD refers to plants grown outdoors, directly in the ground, and under natural sunlight. This cultivation method offers several advantages:
- lower production costs, as it does not require complex installations or specialized equipment;
- a reduced environmental footprint, since light and temperature are regulated by nature;
the plants benefit from better integration of terpenes and flavonoids, which are responsible for the specific aromas of each CBD variety;
However, there are also drawbacks.
- Outdoor cultivation is subject to the vagaries of the weather, which can affect plant growth and impact the final yield. Furthermore, the plants are more exposed to contaminants such as insects, mold, and pesticides. Thus, despite often more attractive prices, the quality of outdoor CBD flowers can be inconsistent, depending on the product’s origin.
- Indoor CBD Flower: Choosing Excellence Under Control
- Indoor CBD flowers, on the other hand, are produced in a fully controlled environment. Flourishing in the shelter of greenhouses and bathed in artificial light, these flowers benefit from:
Strict control over temperature, humidity, and nutrients;
Reduced exposure to external elements that could alter their quality;
Careful selection of the varieties offered to consumers;
- Result: better quality and an optimized CBD content.
- Indoor-grown CBD flowers are often richer in cannabinoids and terpenes, offering more pronounced and refined flavors. Unfortunately, this cultivation method results in higher production costs, and consequently, indoor flowers are generally more expensive than their outdoor counterparts.
- Choosing the best balance between taste and budget
The question then arises: is it better to prioritize the quality of the taste and effects of indoor flowers, or the cost savings of outdoor production? The answer depends primarily on your personal preferences. Regular consumers who crave products with more pronounced flavors and effects will undoubtedly be willing to spend more on indoor-grown CBD flowers. On the other hand, those primarily seeking good value for money can still find satisfaction with certain outdoor varieties produced using responsible and controlled methods. Greenhouse CBD Flower: A balanced alternative between indoor and outdoor growing The greenhouse cultivation method combines the best qualities of the two previous methods. As its English name suggests, it involves growing cannabis (legally) in greenhouses, generally open to the outside through large glass panels, but also benefiting from an optimized lighting system. This process therefore offers:
protection against inclement weather and pests thanks to the use of greenhouses;
energy savings and efficient use of natural light thanks to the open-air design; Better yields and often superior quality compared to outdoor-grown plants;
The greenhouse solution
is thus an ideal compromise for consumers mindful of their requirements in terms of flavor, effects, and budget. Greenhouse CBD flowers are generally sold at prices between those of indoor and outdoor varieties.
- The constant evolution of greenhouse cultivation methods
- Over the years, greenhouse cultivation has been refined, adapting to climatic constraints while continuing to improve yields and product quality. Thus, we are now seeing the emergence of
“smart greenhouses,”
