What is the main difference between Haze and UK Cheese?

Haze is a Sativa strain (20% Indica / 80% Sativa) with THC levels of 14–23%, while UK Cheese is a Hybrid strain (55% Indica / 45% Sativa) with THC levels of 20–23%.

Which strain has higher THC — Haze or UK Cheese?

Both have similar THC: Haze at 14–23% and UK Cheese at 20–23%.

Is Haze or UK Cheese easier to grow?

Haze has moderate growing difficulty with a 10-12-week flowering period, while UK Cheese has moderate difficulty with a 8-10-week flowering period.

What effects does Haze have compared to UK Cheese?

Haze produces energetic, creative, uplifting, euphoric, social effects, ideal for morning use. UK Cheese produces hungry, happy, relaxing, body high, euphoric effects, best for morning use.

What terpenes are in Haze and UK Cheese?

Haze features Myrcene, giving it citrus, herb, spicy flavors. UK Cheese features Terpinolene, with cheese, creamy, skunk flavors.

Which medical conditions can Haze and UK Cheese help with?

Haze may help with add/adhd, arthritis, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, loss of appetite, migraines, nausea, ptsd, stress, anxiety. UK Cheese may help with add/adhd, anxiety, asthma, chronic pain, depression, insomnia, loss of appetite, migraines, ptsd, stress, pain. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Haze

Sativa — THC 23%

UK Cheese

Hybrid — THC 23%

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

Home/Strain Comparisons/Haze vs UK Cheese

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

⚡

Potency

UK Cheese

🏥

Medical

UK Cheese

🌱

Growing

Tie

🍋

Flavor

Haze

Strain Profile Comparison

Six-axis profile overlay — see where each strain excels

Haze

UK Cheese

Effect Matchup

Side-by-side effect intensity — bars show relative prominence

Haze

Effect

UK Cheese

68%

Euphoric

60%

100%

Energetic

88%

Creative

77%

Uplifting

60%

Social

Hungry

100%

Happy

88%

Relaxing

77%

Body High

68%

Focus

53%

1 shared effect highlighted

Haze — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelModerate

UK Cheese — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Colombian x Mexican x Thai x South IndianHaze

Indica 20%Sativa 80%

Exodus Cheese PhenotypeUK Cheese

Indica 55%Sativa 45%

Side-by-Side Specs

Green highlight indicates the superior value

Haze

Profile Comparison

Shared (1)

Euphoric

Only Haze (4)

EnergeticCreativeUpliftingSocial

Only UK Cheese (5)

HungryHappyRelaxingBody HighFocus

Possible Side Effects

Only Haze

ParanoidAnxiousDizzy

Only UK Cheese

Dry mouthDry eyesHeadache

Growing Guide Comparison

Haze

DifficultyModerate

Flowering10-12 weeks

HarvestLate October

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium to High

Indoor HeightTall

Outdoor HeightTall

Plant StructureTall and Stretchy

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateWarm, Mediterranean

UK Cheese

DifficultyModerate

Flowering8-10 weeks

HarvestEarly October

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightMedium

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureMedium

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateTemperate

About These Strains

Haze

Sativa 20/80 — THC 14–23%

Haze is perhaps one of the most popular strains in the cannabis community. It is a sativa dominant hybrid strain with a 20:80 indica/sativa ratio.

Considering its effects, it has been used to create several other highly potent and famous hybrid strains.

UK Cheese

Hybrid 55/45 — THC 20–23% — CBD 1–1%

Cheese, as it's also known, is perhaps the most famous marijuana strain to emerge from the British Isles. It is still more popular in the UK than anywhere else, although its fame has spread to many other parts of the world.

English farmers created this strain by inbreeding Skunk #1, a sativa-dominant hybrid.

Which One Is Right for You?

Haze and UK Cheese are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Haze is a Sativa with 14–23% THC, while UK Cheese is a Hybrid with 20–23% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Haze

Haze is a solid sativa with energetic, creative, uplifting effects.

Choose UK Cheese

Choose UK Cheese if you want higher THC potency. Cheese, as it's also known, is perhaps the most famous marijuana strain to emerge from the British Isles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haze vs UK Cheese

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.

More Strain Comparisons

View All Comparisons