Part 2: How to Make $1,000+ Promoting Herbies on Reddit – A Practical Guide

In the first part of our guide, we took a closer look at what Reddit is, how the platform works, and what beginners should keep in mind. We also went over the basic rules that will help you get comfortable faster and avoid the common mistakes people make when starting out.

Now it’s time to move to the next level. In this part of the article, we’ll focus on putting that knowledge into practice: you’ll get a clear step-by-step plan to create effective posts, attract an audience, and earn with the Herbies affiliate program. We’ll cover which topics work best, how to gather the right keywords, the most natural ways to include links, and how to write posts that actually deliver results.

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5 Steps to a Successful Post: A Guide for Herbies Partners

In this section, we’ll go “from idea to publication” with a real example. Step by step, we’ll look at how to choose a topic, write the text, integrate the USP naturally, and properly add a link or promo code to maximize upvotes and comments.

Step 1. What to Write About

In the table below, we’ve collected five post formats that get the most upvotes and comments in cannabis-related subreddits.

Use the table like a menu: pick the format that naturally fits your story, then follow the mini-tip to increase your chances of hitting “Hot” or “Rising.”

Step 2: Choosing a Topic

Quality content on Reddit doesn’t start with writing but with choosing the right topic. Everything depends on how well you hit the audience’s real pain points: upvotes in the first hours, number of discussions, and your chance of making it into “Hot.” If the topic is too broad or overused, your post risks getting lost; conversely, if the question is narrow, practical, and not yet fully explored, you instantly become a valuable source of experience.

General Tips for Choosing a Topic

Monitor the audience.

Filter the subreddit feed by “Top → This month” or “Hot” and note the questions and pain points that appear most often. Check the comments — that’s where real problems are often phrased (“what to grow in the heat,” “how to hide the smell,” “why seeds won’t sprout”).

Check Google Trends.

Test your options in Google Trends (worldwide or target country) and compare the dynamics: rising, plateau, or decline? Keep seasonality in mind; outdoor grow topics naturally spike in spring and summer.

Confirm search demand.

Enter your base phrase in Google; look at the “People Also Ask” block and SERP suggestions –for ready-made long-tail options. Quickly scan a couple of English-language reviews/blogs: what solutions do they suggest, which keywords repeat?

Narrow the focus.

A specific scenario (“autoflower for home grow”) works better than a vague one (“best seeds in general”). The narrower the angle, the fewer competitors and the higher the value for readers.

Check uniqueness within Reddit.

Use the query inurl:reddit.com keyword in Google to see if posts on the same topic already exist. If there are duplicates, find a new angle: different climate, budget, personal experience, or fresh data.

Test the headline. 

Ask yourself: “Why should I read this?” If the answer isn’t clear, add a benefit, a number, or a timeline. To grab attention, include words like Top, Best, Scam, Beginner, etc.

Check competition and rules.

Look at the top 3-5 Google results and leading subreddit posts on your topic. Don’t copy content – adapt popular ideas, switch out strains or titles, and make sure your topic and format align with subreddit rules.

Structure matters

On Reddit, a “scannable” structure is key: a catchy H1 and question-style subheadings (H2) give SEO signals and instantly show value. Break the text into short paragraphs and lists, highlight your personal case with pros/cons in a separate block, and end with a question to the audience – this guarantees comments and upvotes. Such architecture helps your post stay in “Hot” and also rank in Google search.

Top 5 Universal Topics for Each Content Format

Use these topics as templates and adjust the details for your audience (region, tent size, budget). Don’t forget to add personal experience – this way, your post will feel authentic, useful, and guaranteed to spark discussion.

Step 3: SEO – Gathering Keywords

Once you’ve decided what you want to write about and chosen a topic, it’s important to build a semantic core (keywords) for your Reddit post and Google search that connect directly to your subject.

1. Building “Root” Queries

First, write down 5-7 basic keywords – this is the “core” of your topic. For example:

• autoflower (seed type)

• beginner (experience level)

• hot climate (growing condition)

• smell

• yield

• seed bank

Then add “problem” verbs and interest markers (best, top, easy, how to, why, vs, worth it) and combine them with the core to create 15-20 seed queries, such as:

• “best autoflower for beginners”

• “easy autoflower strain”

• “high-yield autoflower indoor”

• “low-smell cannabis seeds”

• “autoflower vs photoperiod pros cons”

This will help you build subheadings (H2, H3) and questions inside the article, as well as link to 1-2 keywords so the text matches user queries. Use them evenly throughout the article and in lists to make the post clear for Reddit readers and easier to rank in Google search.

2. Finding Keywords Through Auto-Suggestions

Use Google and YouTube suggestions. Open incognito mode, type “best autoflower …” and note all autocomplete suggestions – these are ready-made long-tail queries people are searching for right now. Repeat the process on YouTube; voice-style DIY queries often give fresh phrasing.

Use the People Also Ask block. Expand the first 3-4 questions in PAA and save the ones relevant to your scenario (e.g., “Can you grow autoflower in hot climate?”). Keep the entire phrasing – these can be used as H2 subheadings or FAQ sections in your article.

3. Using Free Tools

Step 4: USP – What’s Important to Tell and How to Integrate It Naturally

Herbies is both a retail store and the official distributor for dozens of well-known European seed banks. We supply seeds from Fast Buds, Barney’s Farm, Humboldt (HSO), Dutch Passion, Mephisto Genetics, and more than 100 other brands we’ve partnered with for many years, ensuring authentic genetics and reliable supply.

Customers get more than just seeds: they receive pre-order consultations, 24/7 live customer support for any questions, discreet packaging, tracked delivery, and an extended 90-day guarantee (covering loss, damage, and germination issues), plus bonuses with every order.

Alongside distribution, we also develop our own brand – Herbies Seeds – a line of strains for both beginners and advanced growers. One of the most notable varieties is Grandmommy Purple, recognized for its consistency, dense buds, and expressive terpene profile.

Our model is simple: official sources → transparent logistics → post-purchase support, so customers get not only a wide choice of brands but also confidence in the results.

Most Reddit communities are skeptical of “plain” advertising, but they respond very well when the author addresses a specific pain point and casually mentions how a store helped solve it. That’s why a partner’s task is to highlight 1-2 relevant Herbies advantages and weave them into the story so the reader sees practical benefits rather than a marketing checklist.

Step 5: Writing Unique Content

A Reddit article must be truly unique and not look like just another rewrite: you can write it yourself or order it from a copywriter by providing them with a detailed brief that includes the topic, keywords, and USPs we discussed earlier. You can also use AI tools (GPT-like services) to create a draft, but make sure to carefully edit the text so that it feels natural and authentic – Google is strict about unedited AI-generated content.

To check uniqueness, try these free English-language services:

• Duplichecker – up to 50 checks per day

• Quetext Free Plagiarism Checker – up to 500 words free

Ideally, your content should have 95%+ uniqueness, but at least 90% to avoid suspicion of being a rewrite by search engines and moderators. The closer to 100%, the better. Use these tools to ensure your article is free of borrowed content, making it both valuable to the community and safe from a search engine perspective.

Example of an Article That Works on Reddit

To demonstrate the entire process “in action,” let’s take the popular format “Story / Case” and analyze the article: “Herbies Seeds USA: Legit seed bank and breeder or Just Another Scam?”

What’s good about this article:

• The author describes their journey: where they read reviews, what they ordered, how the package arrived, which strains they grew.

• Provides specific numbers (4 days to Ohio, 2 out of 9 seeds didn’t sprout and were replaced).

• Draws “pros/cons” conclusions based on their own results.

Tips That Will Help:

1. Start with a hook headline: brand + “legit?” or “scam?” = timeless Reddit bestseller; Google loves the same phrasing.

2. Talk like a person, not a marketer: “I bought / I grew / here’s a photo” > “our store is the best.”

3. Break the text into subheadings; they work as H2 anchors for SEO and as attention anchors for Redditors.

4. Always include the cons – it may seem counterintuitive, but honest drawbacks actually convert better on Reddit.

5. Avoid too many links: not every type of post needs them. Instead, offer a promo code in the comments; this reduces the risk of removal.

6. Add specifics: “arrived in 4 days to Ohio,” “2/9 seeds didn’t sprout – they replaced them” – small details that make the text sound expert.

7. End with a question: Reddit is a discussion platform; without a question, there are no comments, and the post “sinks.”

This format allows your post to simultaneously:

• Capture Google search (long-tail + clear structure)

• Appeal to moderators (balance, no excessive links)

• Gather upvotes (usefulness, authentic tone)

• Most importantly, builds trust in the brand without looking like a commercial ad

Generating Links and Promo Codes

Now that you’ve chosen your topic, built your semantic core, and accounted for all the nuances of Reddit formatting, the final step is to prepare an affiliate link for your post or a promo code to share in the comments. Generating affiliate links lets you accurately track every click and order that comes from your post, while unique promo codes help engage the audience and secure your commission without the risk of errors. This isn’t just a technical step – it’s a guarantee of transparency and fair rewards for your efforts.

Generating Links

Find the page on our website that you’d like to share in your post – make sure the page matches the topic of your article. For example, if you’re writing about the Grandmommy Purple strain, link directly to that strain’s page rather than the homepage.

It’s also important to consider the language versions of our website:

• If you’re writing a post for readers in the USA, use https://herbiesheadshop.com/

• If your post is for readers in Germany, use https://herbiesseeds.de/

After registering in our affiliate program, you’ll get access to your personal dashboard. In the Herbies Affiliate Program dashboard, go to → Affiliate link generator → choose the campaign you need, paste the URL of the page your article should lead to, and click “Generate.” The system will instantly provide a ready-made link with a UTM tag. If someone clicks on it and places an order within 90 days, you’ll earn a commission, which you can track directly in your dashboard.

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Generating Promo Codes

If you’d prefer a personal promo code instead of a link, just email our manager at [email protected] (include your desired code name). They’ll create the code, add it to the system, and send you confirmation. All earnings from that promo code will be displayed in your account in real time.

Recommended Subreddits

What to keep in mind when posting links or promo codes:

Promo Codes

• Share them only in the comments, never in the main post.

• Present them in the most natural, “live” way possible – as if you’re just sharing something you found, not advertising.
  Example: “Found this online, give it a try, looks like it works.”

Links

Affiliate links can also be shared in comments, but:

• Don’t post the full URL. Hide it behind a word or phrase so that it doesn’t look like an affiliate link.

• Pro tip: the link or promo code doesn’t have to be posted from the same account that published the post. Another “user” can share it instead. This way, if moderators remove the comment, your main post stays safe, and you can try dropping another link or promo code later.

In posts, it’s trickier: almost all subreddits ban affiliate links, though sometimes they still slip through.

• Golden rule – don’t draw too much attention to the link.

• Wrong: “Here’s where you can buy seeds — [link].”

• Better: “I’m choosing between this strain (name) and this one (name).” – with the link hidden in the strain name so it looks natural.

We’ll Help Promote Your Posts – But There’s One Rule

Once you’ve completed all the preparation steps and your article is fully ready for Reddit, one of the most important stages begins – the first 24 hours after publication. This is when Reddit “evaluates” the post, and how actively it gets supported with upvotes and comments during this time determines its future visibility and success. That’s why we take on part of the promotion work to help you launch with maximum impact.

What you need to do before publishing:

• Send us a document with your finished article via email.

• Include your Referral ID or the email registered in the affiliate program.

• Specify what subreddit you plan to publish in.

What we’ll do on our side:

• Review your article and provide feedback if we find mistakes or inaccuracies.

• Coordinate the publication time with our team to ensure timely support with upvotes and comments.

• Confirm readiness for publication and give you the green light.

After launch:

• You publish the post at the time we’ve agreed on (this is important).

• We immediately begin promoting the post through upvotes and engaged comments.

• Together, we track the results and adjust next steps if necessary.

We’ve now covered all the key steps for successfully promoting Herbies on Reddit, from topic selection and semantic core to native USP integration, links, and promo codes. If you have questions, need a post review, or want a promo code, feel free to email us at [email protected]. We’re always here to help.

Good luck with your posts – and may you get plenty of upvotes!

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