Are popcorn nugs worse?

Small flower buds will typically run you less than the photoshoot-worthy nugs and contain a potent dose of THC for the price. There's nothing inherently wrong with buying popcorn nugs, unless you're looking for the most trichome content possible, regardless of the price.
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Are popcorn nugs less potent?

Though popcorn nugs may be slightly less potent due to their reduced mass, the difference is largely negligible. Thus, if you have a grower or farm you prefer, seeking out their “B-grade” buds is a way to save a few bucks while sacrificing virtually no quality.
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Are popcorn buds potent?

One of the nice parts about popcorn buds is their intermediate position between budget cannabis and high-quality bud. The potency of popcorn buds should be on par with, if not slightly lower than, A-grade buds of the same strain (by the same producer).
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Do popcorn nugs get you high?

For the best weed deals, popcorn nugs are second to none. You get the same high THC content that you would have gotten out of bud, but you get to skip the premium price tag attached to those large, dense, photo-ready pieces. We are talking about top-shelf potency at a cut-rate price.
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What's the difference between popcorn buds and regular buds?

The term “popcorn” refers to the small marijuana flower buds that are about the size of a kernel of popcorn. While they aren't the giant flower buds you sometimes find in a dispensary, they are still a quality cannabis product that is a bit more affordable than more premium buds.
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Are popcorn flowers less potent?

Should You Buy Popcorn Buds? Because popcorn buds developed from plant stress and lack of light, they have lower levels of trichomes, and, therefore, less potency and aroma than larger-sized colas.
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Can you smoke popcorn buds?

Even though they aren't as potent or as sought after as the top colas, popcorn buds can still be smoked like any other flower. Many growers distribute popcorn buds at a lower price point since they are often given a lower grade in trichome and THC content.
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Are popcorn nugs the same?

Popcorn is flower that is smaller than full nugs but larger than shake. These flowers usually grow under the primary colas and receive less light. The reduced light and nutrients ensure that they don't grow as large as full nugs.
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Why are small nugs cheaper?

Because they don't have the same bag appeal as larger, structured nugs most dispensaries will sell them at a discounted rate. Many consumers see this as a big advantage as they can save money on their favorite strains without having to resort to shake, which is a much lower quality product typically.
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Are smaller nugs less potent?

Smaller buds pack the same cannabinoids levels as larger buds of the same strain. So, you're looking at the same amount of THC, CBD, or terpenes, no matter the size. The smell and taste will also be on par. Additionally, all nugs, big or small, burn the same – if that's how you plan on consuming!
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Are Smalls worth it?

The best thing about smalls is that they are typically much cheaper than whole flower. An 8th of whole flower could sit around $50, but an 8th of smalls could cost half the price. Additionally, depending on your location, smalls could be substantially cheaper than that.
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How do I stop popcorn buds?

Lollipopping is a great way to prevent popcorn buds from weighing down your harvest. This technique involves pruning the bottom of your plants and removing all of the foliage and bud sites from the bottom of your plants during the late vegetative/very early flowering stages.
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What is a popcorn strain?

Popcorn Kush, however, is a strong strain packed into small, dense buds that resemble and taste like popcorn. Consumers rave about its potency and small body, which contradicts the large, bushy flower appearance typically analogous with high-quality cannabis.
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Does Lollipopping increase yield?

Many growers have increased yields by lollipopping. We know enough about plant science to support the logic behind this type of pruning. What's even cooler is that you can combine lollipopping with topping or fimming.
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Is shake more potent than bud?

Many people assume shake is just lower-quality or older cannabis, but that's not always the case. Shake is just as smokable and comparable in potency to regular buds, so don't turn up your nose if you stumble across a shake option at your next dispensary stop.
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Are big buds more potent?

In Testing For Truth Part 1 article, we found that the position of a bud on the plant does matter- buds near the top tend to be higher in potency than those near the bottom. That means growers need to be aware of this, and possibly adjust their lighting, plant spacing, etc. to reduce variation.
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What is the difference between a bud and a Nug?

Nug is a term cannabis consumers typically use to describe buds of high-quality cannabis. The opposite of nug is “schwag,” or low-quality cannabis. Nugs make up the larger colas on the cannabis plant and have a relative density of trichomes far greater than leaves and stems or stalks.
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Is small bud better?

Most of the time, the bigger the buds, the better the quality, but each strain produces a different size and shape.
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What can I do with popcorn buds?

They Can Be Concentrates & Edibles!

Another use for popcorn buds is to use them in resin or as a concentrate in edible products. Manufacturing edibles is a lot like making a hotdog. You take all the stuff that is left over - clippings, popcorn buds, weak plants - and throw them into the cooker.
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How do I turn my buds purple?

Lower temperatures may help the plant turn purple but it may also likely slow plant growth, it's generally not recommended for growers to lower down the temperature just to achieve colored buds, especially at the beginning of the flowering stage where you may actually be doing more harm than good.
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Is popcorn a sativa or indica?

Popcorn Kush is a lesser-known, pure-Indica strain of cannabis. This strain's original grower and its genetic history remain a mystery to this day, which likely contributes to its lack of notoriety.
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Can you smoke popcorn?

Fill the bowl with smoke completely, turn off the smoker and remove the hose but not the lid; Let the fog consume the popcorn for 5 minutes shaking every minute for consistency; Release the smoke when ready to eat for presentation (optional) and yor smoky popcorn is ready!
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Should I let my plants dry out before harvest?

Soggy roots at night will slow growth substantially. Do not water for one or two days before harvest. The soil should be fairly dry, but not dry enough that plants wilt. This will speed drying time by a day or more and not affect the quality of cannabinoids and terpenes.
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What to expect last 2 weeks of flowering?

THE FINAL 2 WEEKS OF FLOWERING. If you grow strains with an average flowering time, the majority of bud development will occur by the 6th week of bloom. In the last two weeks, the buds will mostly be ripening and not really growing much more in size.
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Whats the difference between flower and smalls?

What's important to take away here is that smalls are the same plant and flower as the jar-worthy nugs we know and love. They're simply a tinier version, although there are other reasons for weed smokers to be stoked on smalls as well.
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