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Grow Journal 67: Squirt by Humboldt Seed Company (Part 2)

Illinois News Joint Posted on March 31, 2025 by Illinois EdApril 1, 2025
Squirt by Humboldt Seed Company (Part 2)

In Part I of this grow journal, I popped and chopped Squirt by Humboldt Seed Company. Squirt is a sativa-dominant cross (20% Indica 80% Sativa) of Blueberry Muffin and Tangie.

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Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged aroma, effects, flavor, grow journal, Squirt by Humboldt Seed Company, Squirt strain homegrown, Squirt strain review, Squirt weed strain

Grow Journal 58: Sour Orange by Supernatural Seeds (Part 1)

Illinois News Joint Posted on November 18, 2024 by Illinois EdMarch 16, 2025
Sour Orange by Supernatural Seeds

I’m back with a new set of Work Sativa strains (News Joint Grow 9.0), including the longest delay in growing a sponsored strain that I’ve had. After a couple failures on my part, I finally finished a complete journal of … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, ILNJ Grow Journal, Medical Patient Homegrown, News, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged grow journal, how to grow, Sour Orange by Supernatural Seeds, Sour Orange strain, Sour Orange strain review, Sour Orange weed strain, Supernatural Seeds

Grow Journal 57: Cannatrol Cool Cure (Part I)

Illinois News Joint Posted on October 30, 2024 by Illinois EdNovember 20, 2024
Grow Journal 9: Cannatrol Cool Cure (Part I)

The most important and influential aspect for growing my own medicine has been “grow space.” My limited grow space has affected almost every decision I’ve made about growing. A 4×4 tent in my work office limits space for nutrients and … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, Health, ILNJ Grow Journal, News, Scientific Grow Journal | Tagged Cannatrol, Cannatrol Cool Cure, curing cannabis plants, grow journal, how to dry cannabis plants, How to use Cannatrol Cool Cure, Vaportrol® Technology

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

Homegrown Review: Dream Cloud by John Grow #39

Illinois News Joint Posted on March 25, 2024 by Illinois EdMarch 27, 2024
Dream Cloud strain

A few weeks ago, I ran into John Grow #39, who let us know about a new strain he cultivated: Dream Cloud. Dream Cloud is a hybrid cross of Platinum Yoda and Blue Dream

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Posted in Medical Patient Homegrown | Tagged aroma, Dream Cloud strain, Dream Cloud strain review, effects, flavor, grow journal, homegrown review, In House Genetics

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 EdMarch 11, 2024
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 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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