What is the main difference between Cheese and Northern Lights?

Cheese is a Indica strain (100% Indica / 0% Sativa) with THC levels of 15–20%, while Northern Lights is a Indica strain (100% Indica / 0% Sativa) with THC levels of 16–21%.

Which strain has higher THC — Cheese or Northern Lights?

Northern Lights has higher THC at 16–21%, compared to Cheese at 15–20%.

Is Cheese or Northern Lights easier to grow?

Cheese has easy growing difficulty with a 7-9-week flowering period, while Northern Lights has easy difficulty with a 7-8-week flowering period. Cheese is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Cheese have compared to Northern Lights?

Cheese produces hungry, relaxing, sleepy, creative, euphoric effects, ideal for evening use. Northern Lights produces sleepy, relaxing, hungry, euphoric, happy effects, best for evening use.

What terpenes are in Cheese and Northern Lights?

Cheese features Myrcene, giving it butter, cheese, creamy flavors. Northern Lights features Myrcene, with pine, spicy, sweet flavors.

Which medical conditions can Cheese and Northern Lights help with?

Cheese may help with arthritis, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, insomnia, migraines, nausea, ptsd, stress, anxiety, pain. Northern Lights may help with anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, headaches, insomnia, loss of appetite, migraines, ptsd, stress, pain. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Cheese

Indica — THC 20%

Northern Lights

Indica — THC 21%

Potency, effects, terpenes, flavors, growing difficulty, and medical uses — compared side by side.

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Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

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Potency

Northern Lights

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Medical

Cheese

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Growing

Tie

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Flavor

Cheese

Strain Profile Comparison

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Cheese

Northern Lights

Effect Matchup

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Cheese

Effect

Northern Lights

100%

Hungry

77%

Sleepy

100%

88%

Relaxing

88%

60%

Euphoric

68%

53%

Happy

60%

68%

Creative

46%

Balanced

Body-buzz

53%

Social

46%

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Cheese — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelModerate

Northern Lights — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelModerate

Skunk #1 PhenotypeCheese

Indica 100%Sativa 0%

Thai x AfghaniNorthern Lights

Indica 100%Sativa 0%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Cheese

Profile Comparison

Shared (5)

HungryRelaxingSleepyEuphoricHappy

Only Cheese (2)

CreativeBalanced

Only Northern Lights (2)

Body-buzzSocial

Possible Side Effects

Shared

Dry eyesDry mouthDizzy

Growing Guide Comparison

Cheese

DifficultyEasy

Flowering7-9 weeks

HarvestEnd

Indoor Yield550g/m² (1.8oz/ft²)

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor Height100–150cm (39–59in)

Outdoor Height150–250cm (59–98in)

Plant StructureBushy

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ResistancePests

Northern Lights

DifficultyEasy

Flowering7-8 weeks

HarvestEnd

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor HeightShort

Outdoor HeightShort

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ResistanceGeneral

About These Strains

Cheese

Indica 100/0 — THC 15–20%

Cheese is a vibrant emerald-coloured bud of relaxing medical marijuana, which is brightened by florescent orange hair that covers the bud. It has a fruity berry aroma with a CBD level of 0.73 per cent and high levels of THC: 15-20%.

It belongs to the Indica variety of strains and is farmed in the UK.

Northern Lights

Indica 100/0 — THC 16–21%

Few strains come with as much widespread renown as Northern Lights, inarguably one of the most popular strains of all time. An inbred descendant of original Afghani landrace strains, Northern Lights is a pure indica.

THC levels can reach 16-21%, making this one of the most potent strains available on any market.

Which One Is Right for You?

Cheese and Northern Lights are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Cheese is a Indica with 15–20% THC, while Northern Lights is a Indica with 16–21% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Cheese

Cheese is a solid indica with hungry, relaxing, sleepy effects.

Choose Northern Lights

Northern Lights is a solid indica with sleepy, relaxing, hungry effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cheese vs Northern Lights

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using cannabis for any medical condition. Effects, potency, and medical benefits may vary. Do not use cannabis if pregnant, nursing, or under the legal age in your jurisdiction.

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