Cannabis Seeds in Hawaii
The climate in Hawaii is so perfect for growing the best cannabis genetics in the world that the state has had a long-running illicit cannabis economy for decades. Today, the legal side of the scene is mostly medical (not adult-use), so we wouldn’t advise cultivating more than a small quantity for personal use unless you’re protected under Hawaii’s medical cannabis framework. However, the ideal climate is still there, and all you need to do is buy good seeds.
The only legal way to buy marijuana seeds in Hawaii is to be a medical marijuana patient or caregiver. However, if you can’t obtain a coveted 329 card, you can order marijuana seeds online. Read on to learn all the dos and don’ts of getting cannabis seeds in Hawaii, growing them to your satisfaction, and choosing the best strains to do the job.
Is it Legal to Buy Cannabis Seeds in Hawaii?
Getting cannabis seeds in Hawaii is only legal for those registered in the medical marijuana program. As a patient or caregiver, you can get a 329 permit, which will allow you to grow up to 10 cannabis plants at a time and possess up to 4 ounces of usable cannabis. These limits come from Hawaii’s medical cannabis law.
The DOH also clarifies that “usable cannabis” does not include seeds, stalks, and roots, which matters when people talk about what’s actually counted. As a registered medical patient, you can also legally buy seeds and clones.
However, the reality is that cannabis plants can naturally grow anywhere in Hawaii, and marijuana use here is ubiquitous and goes way beyond the medical program. Countless weed growers make their purchases online and have marijuana seeds shipped to Hawaii. It’s technically illegal, but everyone does it.
Can You Grow Cannabis in Hawaii?
Up until 2000, when Hawaii legalized the medicinal use of cannabis, the cultivation of the plant had been prohibited for anyone. The new law made an exemption for patients and their caregivers. The rules have been updated several times and currently allow the cultivation of up to 10 plants per case.
The maturity of plants doesn’t matter; they can be small seedlings or big bushes ready for harvest – the limit is still 10 plants. The same limit applies if both a patient and their caregiver cultivate cannabis – they cannot have more than 10 plants between them. Moreover, the whole garden must be in one location, and it must be in the register of the Department of Health.
Since there are more and more dispensaries opening on different islands, the authorities plan to revoke the permits for personal cultivation after Dec 31, 2024. There will only be exceptions for those who can’t get a supply of their medicine from a dispensary.
The cultivation of up to 25 cannabis plants is a major threshold where penalties become especially serious, such as heavy fines and jail/prison terms, start from more than 25 plants found on your property. NORML summarizes Hawaiʻi’s cultivation penalties and highlights the 25-plant felony threshold. However, please note that if you decide to grow cannabis on someone else’s property without permission (guerilla-style), you can be punished for even a single plant.
Disclaimer: Cannabis cultivation laws vary by region. The information in this article is intended for educational purposes in areas where cannabis cultivation is legal. Please check your local laws before purchasing or growing cannabis seeds.
Best Cannabis Strains to Grow in Hawaii
Hawaii’s climate makes growing feel almost unfairly easy – warm temperatures, plenty of sun, and a long outdoor season. The best picks for this environment are strains that handle humidity without turning into mold magnets, stay steady in the heat, and won’t stretch into an unmanageable jungle under the local photoperiod.
For outdoor grows, Sativas and Sativa-leaning hybrids can really shine here, especially if you want bigger plants and long-season potential. If you’d rather keep things compact, quick, and predictable, autoflowering seeds are the smart move. Focus on genetics with strong resilience and a reliable finish, and Hawaii will do the rest.
Disclaimer: Please note that experiences are subjective and should not be seen as guaranteed. Cannabis products should be consumed responsibly and in moderation. Please be mindful of your tolerance levels and consult a healthcare professional if needed.
Mimosa Shot (Herbies Seeds)
- Photoperiod
- 700 g/m² indoors
600 - 800 g/plant outdoors - Unapologetic glee
Mimosa Shot is an Indica-dominant breed that grows into a gorgeous 3-pounder with colas so huge and so dense, you’ll be rolling in bud well into the next season. Just don’t expect to see much of the purple color – in Hawaii, it’s too warm for that. Mimosa’s 30% THC is equivalent to a 6.0 earthquake, enough to put you off balance and land you on your butt. Nonetheless, the high is more blissful than devastating, and the smell and taste are intensely juicy, sweet, and fresh.
Hawaiian Snow (Green House Seeds)
- Photoperiod
- 700 g/m² indoors
1200 g/plant outdoors - Get High and socialize
A Hawaiian Snow bush is like the Big Island of Hawaii – sprawling, massive, and white on top late in the season. Outdoors, a single plant can bring you around 3 pounds of frosty flowers, while indoors, you can harvest up to 2.3oz/ft². This multiple-cup winner is a Hawaiian landrace with an extra shot of Laos genetics. The taste is something you’ve never experienced in weed – caramelized onions – and the sociable high can mutate even a shy wallflower into a glib party animal.
CBD Crack Auto (Fast Buds)
- Autoflowering
- Positive thinking
- 450 - 550 g/m² indoors
50 - 170 g/plant outdoors
Chill is the name of the game with CBD Auto 1:1, aka CBD Crack. The total cannabinoid content in this autoflower is around 14%, with THC and CBD almost perfectly balanced. The high created by such a combination can only be mellow and relaxing for both body and soul. It’s the ultimate medicine against stress and anxiety, able to align you perfectly with Hawaii’s easy-going vibe. These are medical marijuana seeds at their finest, providing powerful relief but leaving you focused and functional.
Bruce Banner # (AlphaFem Seeds)
- Photoperiod
- Discover your superpower
- 450 - 500 g/m² indoors
550 g/plant outdoors
Bruce Banner # is AlphaFem’s loudest Sativa flex – a strain that clocks in at up to 30% THC and hits like a daytime espresso shot mixed with rocket fuel. It’s surprisingly beginner-friendly in the grow room, too, pushing strong vigor and solid yields without acting precious. Expect sweet-and-sour citrus up front, then a diesel edge that screams “keep going.” The high is pure superhero mode – euphoric, focused, and wildly creative – unless you’re new, in which case… enjoy the cartoon dimension.
Jack Herer (Seedkeepers)
- Photoperiod
- Mental clarity meets bliss
- 500 g/m² indoors
600 - 800 g/plant outdoors
Jack Herer is the kind of Sativa-leaning legend that makes your brain feel upgraded – clearer thoughts, brighter ideas, less stress in the background. With 22-24% THC, it’s strong but sociable, perfect for daytime sessions when you still want to function like a real person. Flavor-wise, it’s a crisp combo of fruity sweetness, black pepper bite, and that clean minty finish that keeps you coming back. Grow it in 7-9 weeks, and you’ll get sticky, resin-loaded buds that practically beg to become extracts.
GG#4 Original Glue Fast Version (EGS)
- Photoperiod
- Mental clarity meets bliss
- 500 g/m² indoors
600 - 800 g/plant outdoors
GG#4 Original Glue Fast Version is what happens when a classic gets a glow-up and a deadline. You’re still getting that famous Gorilla punch, but with flowering cut down to a ridiculous 42 days – at least two weeks faster than the original. Potency stays heavy at up to 25% THC, and the buds come drenched in resin with a deep chocolate-and-coffee funk hiding under old-school pungency. The high kicks in like a grin you can’t shake – euphoric, creative, and bright – then slowly melts into full-body bliss.
Northern Lights 10 of 10 (Seedkeepers)
- Photoperiod
- Dreamlike calm
- 500 - 600 g/m² indoors
700 - 800 g/plant outdoors
Northern Lights 10 of 10 is the kind of Indica legend that doesn’t just knock – it kicks the door off its hinges. With a wild 30-35% THC ceiling, it’s built for deep relaxation, stress relief, and that dreamy, floaty “cancel my plans” mood. Flowering is quick at 50-55 days, and the plant stays friendly in size while stacking dense, resin-heavy buds that are perfect for extracts. The flavor leans earthy and citrusy with a hint of juniper, like a forest walk with a bright twist at the finish.
What to Consider When Buying Weed Seeds in Hawaii
Unlike many other growers living in less favorable climates, your choice of marijuana seeds in Hawaii is only limited to somewhere between the best and the very best.
Climate in Hawaii
While for the rest of the world, the main issues for weed growers are temperature, humidity, precipitation, and amount of sunlight, Hawaii has all these things covered. This means that any genetics will do just fine. The only issue that remains is the photoperiod.
By that, we mean that you can grow cannabis throughout the year but need to take into account the length of days and nights. You may choose the traditional growing season, starting in spring and ending in fall, in which case, any pot seeds will do.
Alternatively, you may want to grow during the short-day season, from October to March. In this case, most commercial varieties that are Indica-dominant will stay small because they will start flowering very soon after you plant them.
By contrast, Sativas don’t react to short days this way; they continue growing even after they have started to form buds. The more a strain is dominated by Sativa genes, the bigger and higher-yielding it can become during the winter months.
Growing Indoors
Growing cannabis indoors in summer is a major nuisance. So, when in Hawaii, choose seeds that are heat-resistant, or else be prepared to invest in powerful ventilation or an AC system to get rid of all that extra heat generated by grow lights.
Legal Limits
The legal limit of 4 ounces of usable cannabis per patient isn’t really that much. An average ‘tree’ grown for the whole long-day season can easily bring you 10 times this amount. And if you choose to grow weed illegally, the severity of punishment also depends on the size of your stash. So, if you want to stay on the right side of the law or minimize the risk of penalties, you need to plan your grow op accordingly.
One way is to use autoflowering seeds. These compact plants will only need about 70 days from seed to harvest, and you can grow them year-round, never having to store more than the allowed amount of the finished product. Another upside is that you will always have fresh buds at the peak of their potency and aroma.
The Number of Seeds You’ll Need
If you cultivate your pot indoors, you can count on bringing practically all your seeds to harvest. Outdoors is a different story. Whether you grow on your own property or go the dangerous route of guerilla growing, you will inevitably lose some plants to rippers, cops, and the elements. So, estimate the number of plants you’ll need and multiply this by a factor of three. That’s how many seeds you’ll need.
Where to Buy Marijuana Seeds in Hawaii
Although medical patients can find marijuana seeds for sale in Hawaii, most weed growers buy them online. Without tiptoeing around the subject, Herbies Headshop is as good a place as any, and even better in many respects. We have competitive prices, freebies, discounts and promos, a stupefyingly wide choice of genetics, convenient payment options, and most importantly, we ship to Hawaii.
FAQ:
Can I take cannabis seeds to Hawaii?
The federal law still prohibits the sale and possession of cannabis seeds, and the local regulations in HI only give protection to medical patients. So, you can take pot seeds to Hawaii, but they will be contraband and may be confiscated from you. On the other hand, cannabis seeds don’t contain THC and other cannabinoids, meaning sniffing dogs can’t detect them, so they’re easy to conceal in your baggage.
Can I order cannabis seeds online and have them shipped to Hawaii?
Yes, nothing could be easier. You can order your seeds here at Herbies, pay with your credit or debit card, and have the order shipped to you on the same business day. For orders to Hawaii, the default delivery method is stealth shipping. This means we remove the seeds from their original packaging, place them in a zip-lock bag, and conceal them among some innocent-looking items.
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