Feminized seeds are cannabis seeds that have been bred to produce almost exclusively female plants. This is important because only female plants produce the potent flowers that are consumed.
Why are female plants so crucial?
Cannabis is usually dioecious – there are male and female plants. Only the females produce dense, resinous flowers with trichomes and thus the active compounds. Male plants, instead, produce pollen and pollinate the females – leading to seeds and less active compound.
How do feminized seeds work?
With regular seeds, gender is a matter of chance – about half will be male. Feminized seeds bypass this: through special breeding methods, seeds are created that are almost always genetically female. This saves the grower the trouble of sorting out male plants.
The connection to Sinsemilla
If female plants remain unpollinated, they don't produce seeds and put all their energy into the flowers – this is the principle of Sinsemilla. Feminized seeds are the easiest way to achieve this because no male plants interfere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do you only want female plants?
Because only they produce the potent flowers. Males provide pollen and seeds instead of active compounds.
Are feminized seeds 100% female?
Almost – most will be female, but a small residual uncertainty remains.
What happens to male plants?
They pollinate the females, thus reducing potency and quality – which is why they are usually removed.
What does this have to do with Sinsemilla?
Unpollinated female plants produce seedless, potent flowers – precisely the goal.
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