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Grow Journal 55: White Truffle

Illinois News Joint Posted on October 21, 2024 by Michael LasleyNovember 20, 2024
Grow Journal: White Truffle

During my last entry for News Joint Grow Journal, I delved into my recent run of the original cut of Bruce Banner. For this journal entry, I delved into the original cut of White Truffle, a phenotype of GG #4 … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged effects, flavor, White Truffle grow journal, White Truffle homegrown, White Truffle strain, White Truffle weed review

Grow Journal 54: Bruce Banner by Dark Horse Genetics (Part 2)

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 27, 2024 by Michael LasleyNovember 20, 2024
Bruce Banner by Dark Horse Genetics (Part 2)

During my last Grow Journal entry for News Joint Grow Journal, I delved into my recent run of the original cut of Bruce Banner (a cross of OG Kush and Strawberry Diesel) by Dark Horse Genetics. The cultivar’s unique quirks … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged Bruce Banner by Dark Horse Genetics, Bruce Banner cannabis plant, Bruce Banner grow journal, Bruce Banner strain, Bruce Banner weed, how to grow Bruve Banner

Grow Journal 53: Bruce Banner by Dark Horse Genetics (Part 1)

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 23, 2024 by Michael LasleyNovember 20, 2024
Bruce Banner by Dark Horse Genetics

When it comes to reviewing strains, I often stick to the belief that classics are classic for a reason. The same goes for selecting strains to grow. Since we have an affinity for Work Sativa at Illinois News Joint, it’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, Health, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged Bruce Banner grow journal, Bruce Banner strain, Bruce Banner strain review, grow journal, growing Bruce Banner

Grow Journal 52: Black Cherry Punch by 34 Mongrels

Illinois News Joint Posted on May 16, 2024 by Illinois EdMay 20, 2024
Black Cherry Punch by 34 Mongrels

One of my least favorite strains is Purple Punch. Though the body effects and flavor are usually fine, the head effects just don’t hit my sweet spot. Ironically, though, I usually enjoy purple punch crosses, so for this News Joint … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged 34 Mongrels, 34 Mongrels Genetics, aroma, Black Cherry Punch, Black Cherry Punch by 34 Mongrels, Black Cherry Punch strain, Black Cherry Punch strain review, effects, flavor, grow journal

Grow Journal 51: Super Lemon Pupil by Mass Medical Strains

Illinois News Joint Posted on March 18, 2024 by Illinois EdMarch 21, 2024
Super Lemon Pupil by Mass Medical Strains

Back with another strain from News Joint Grow Journal 7.0. For entry 51, I grew Super Lemon Pupil by Mass Medical Strains. Super Lemon Pupil is a sativa-leaning cross of Franco’s Cut of Super Lemon Haze and Star Pupil.

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Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged aroma, effects, flavor, grow journal, Mass Medical Strains, Super Lemon Pupil by Mass Medical Strains, Super Lemon Pupil strain, Super Lemon Pupil strain review

News Joint Grow Journal 50: Maracuya by Homegrown Cannabis Co.

Illinois News Joint Posted on March 4, 2024 by Illinois EdMay 7, 2026
Maracuya by Homegrown Cannabis Co.

After a short break, I’m back with News Joint Grow Journal 7.0. For my 50th entry, I grew four more Work Sativa strains, including Maracuya by Homegrown Cannabis Co. Maracuya is a sativa-leaning cross of Sweet Pink Grapefruit and Orange … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged aroma, effects, flavor, grow journal, Maracuya by Nikki and Swami, Maracuya seeds, Maracuya strain, Maracuya strain review, Nikki and Swami

This is my favorite strain. What’s yours?

Illinois News Joint Posted on February 3, 2024 by Illinois EdFebruary 14, 2024
This is my favorite strain. What’s yours

One of the questions I’ve been asked the most since founding Illinois News Joint is, “What is your favorite strain?” I’ve had a couple pat but true answers that basically avoid the question. One answer involved having favorite effects (Work … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, Health, ILNJ Grow Journal, Lifestyle | Tagged Favorite strain, Green Crack, grow journal, My favorite strain, strain choices, what's your favorite strain?

News Joint Grow Journal 48: Appleberry Crisp, Part II

Illinois News Joint Posted on January 7, 2024 by Illinois EdFebruary 28, 2024
News Joint Grow Journal 48: Appleberry Crisp, Part II

For the last entry in News Joint Grow Journal 6.0, I return to the first entry, Appleberry Crisp by Nachos & El Sapo. I published the first journal entry earlier than expected because the breeder, Jon Colombini, had just past … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged Apple Fritter and Backshots, Appleberry Crisp, Appleberry Crisp strain, Appleberry Crisp strain review, aroma, effects, flavor, Nachos & El Sapo

News Joint Grow Journal 47: Golden PuTang by Mass Medical Strains

Illinois News Joint Posted on January 2, 2024 by Illinois EdMarch 13, 2024
Golden PuTang by Mass Medical Strains

I’m back with the fourth and last strain for News Joint Grow Journal 6.0. Golden PuTang is a sativa-leaning collaboration of Golden Pineapple (C99 and White Widow) by Green Bodhi and PuTang by Mass Medical Strains. Because of my love … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, Health, ILNJ Grow Journal, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged aroma, effects, flavor, Golden PuTang, Golden PuTang strain, Golden PuTang strain review, Green Bodhi, Mass Medical Strains

News Joint Grow Journal 46: Tangerine Haze x Oregon Lemon Diesel

Illinois News Joint Posted on December 14, 2023 by Illinois EdDecember 29, 2023
News Joint Grow Journal 46: Tangerine Haze x Oregon Lemon Diesel

Before I started News Joint Grow Journal 6.0, I didn’t have a theme in mind besides running my normal “fruit flavored” strains. Writing this entry, I noticed another theme. All four strains in Grow Journal 6.0 have a connection to … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal | Tagged grow journal, News Joint Grow Journal, Oregon Lemon Diesel, strain, Tangerine Haze, Tangerine Haze x Oregon Lemon Diesel

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