Opium 3 seeds
Opium Seeds – 50/50 Hybrid by Paradise Seeds
What is Opium? Opium by Paradise Seeds is a feminised, photoperiod hybrid with 50% each of Sativa and Indica, bred over many generations from classic lines; the breeder does not name the exact cross. It flowers for 60 days indoors and, according to the manufacturer, yields 450 g/m², and outdoors 1,000 g per plant with harvest in early October. Large, heavy buds, a fruity scent with a creamy flavour and a potent, head-focused effect are typical. The strain, which placed at the High Times Cannabis Cup 2006, suits indoor growers and gardeners in warm locations – in the feminised seeds category. Available in packs of 3 and 10 seeds.
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Genetics & Origin of Opium
Paradise Seeds calls Opium the “queen” of its own range. According to the breeder, the strain was bred over quite a number of generations from original classic lines before it came onto the market; it does not reveal which strains these are in detail. It gives the ratio as 50% Sativa and 50% Indica. For THC there is only a star rating – three stars for THC, one for CBD – and percentages are missing. The breeder does, however, cite an award: 2nd place at the High Times Cannabis Cup 2006 in Amsterdam in the Bio category. The plants grow vigorously, with a thick stem and bushy side branches. The seeds are feminised and photoperiod, so they only flower after the switch to 12/12. You can find more hybrids under best feminised seeds.
Who Is Opium For?
Opium is a versatile hybrid with a focus on large flowers. It suits:
- Indoor growers who would like to harvest after 60 days of flowering
- Sea of Green gardeners as well as fans of large, branched individual plants
- Hydro growers – the breeder reports particularly impressive results here
- Outdoor gardeners in warm, sunny regions
- Consumers who appreciate fruity, creamy aromas and a potent head effect
It is less suitable for outdoor plots in northern areas with a wet autumn – Paradise Seeds itself calls it an uncertain choice there. You can find strains for the grow room under feminised indoor seeds.
Growing Opium: Indoor & Outdoor
Indoor Growing
Indoors, Paradise Seeds gives a flowering time of 60 days and a yield of 450 g/m². The breeder describes the plant as resilient and versatile: it can be grown as a multi-branched single plant or used in a Sea of Green and responds very well to training methods. It reports particularly impressive results from hydro growers. The thick stem and the bushy side branches carry large, heavy buds densely covered in trichomes – supports and good air movement in late flowering therefore make sense. The manufacturer does not state a plant height. You will find the basics on training and climate in the Growpedia.
Outdoor Growing
Outdoors, it all depends on the location. In a warm, sunny climate, according to Paradise Seeds, Opium grows more like a tree than a bush; as suitable regions the breeder names, for example, France, Spain and California and, in general, locations between 50° northern and 50° southern latitude. In the northern hemisphere harvest falls in early October, and according to the manufacturer the yield is 1,000 g per plant. In northern areas with a wet autumn, the large buds are a risk – a spot sheltered from the rain or a greenhouse helps there. Only grow where it is legal to do so.
Effect, Aroma & Flavour of Opium
Paradise Seeds describes the scent of Opium as predominantly fruity and the flavour as creamy; the fact sheet says “bittersweet” under aroma. The breeder compares the experience to a favourite cocktail you would gladly have more of. The manufacturer does not give a lab terpene profile. On the effect it says: the Sativa heritage lets you take off quickly, and the Indica share ensures that the intensity lasts until the effect fades. In the fact sheet, Paradise Seeds sums this up as visual, head-focused and potent. A THC value in per cent is missing; three stars are given. How strong the effect is in an individual case depends on dose and individual tolerance.
Note: Effect information is based on manufacturer data and user experience and does not constitute medical advice.
Why Buy Opium at United Seedbanks?
At United Seedbanks you buy Opium as original genetics from Paradise Seeds. As a specialist shop for cannabis seeds, we place great importance on provenance, storage and transparent information about every strain.
- Original genetics from Paradise Seeds – Opium as feminised seeds from the breeder, in two pack sizes.
- A real specialist shop – reachable in person if you have questions about a strain or your order.
- Discreet shipping – neutral, protected packaging; free shipping from an order value of €100.
- Secure payment methods – credit card, bank transfer or Bitcoin.
- Careful storage – seeds kept cool and dry for optimal germination conditions.
Anyone ordering Opium from United Seedbanks buys verified original seeds. Learn more about this breeder's range on the Paradise Seeds page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Opium
Which strains make up Opium?
Paradise Seeds does not reveal that. The breeder speaks of original classic lines, bred over many generations, and gives the ratio as 50% Sativa and 50% Indica.
How long does Opium flower?
Indoors 60 days after the switch to 12/12. Outdoors, the manufacturer names early October as the harvest time in the northern hemisphere.
How much yield does Opium deliver?
Paradise Seeds states 450 g/m² indoors and 1,000 g per plant outdoors.
Is Opium suitable for growing outdoors in northern regions?
Only to a limited extent. The manufacturer recommends locations between 50° northern and 50° southern latitude and, because of its large buds, calls the strain an uncertain choice in northern areas with a wet autumn.
Which award has Opium won?
Opium took second place in the Bio category at the High Times Cannabis Cup in Amsterdam in 2006.