What is the main difference between Lavender and Sour Tsunami?

Lavender is a Indica strain (80% Indica / 20% Sativa) with THC levels of 25–29%, while Sour Tsunami is a Hybrid strain (50% Indica / 50% Sativa) with THC levels of 8–12%.

Which strain has higher THC — Lavender or Sour Tsunami?

Lavender has higher THC at 25–29%, compared to Sour Tsunami at 8–12%.

Is Lavender or Sour Tsunami easier to grow?

Lavender has moderate growing difficulty with a 7-9-week flowering period, while Sour Tsunami has easy difficulty with a 9-10-week flowering period. Sour Tsunami is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Lavender have compared to Sour Tsunami?

Lavender produces sleepy, relaxing, tingling, euphoric, happy effects, ideal for evening use. Sour Tsunami produces relaxing, focused, tingling, euphoric, focus effects, best for evening use.

What terpenes are in Lavender and Sour Tsunami?

Lavender features Caryophyllene, giving it herb, lavender, spicy flavors. Sour Tsunami features Myrcene, with citrus, diesel, pine flavors.

Which medical conditions can Lavender and Sour Tsunami help with?

Lavender may help with arthritis, chronic pain, depression, headaches, insomnia, migraines, nausea, pms, ptsd, stress, pain. Sour Tsunami may help with add/adhd, arthritis, chronic pain, depression, headaches, hypertension, inflammation, migraines, muscle spasms, ptsd, stress, pain, anxiety. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Lavender

Indica — THC 29%

Sour Tsunami

Hybrid — THC 12%

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

Lavender

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Medical

Sour Tsunami

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Growing

Sour Tsunami

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Flavor

Lavender

Strain Profile Comparison

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Lavender

Sour Tsunami

Effect Matchup

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

Lavender

Effect

Sour Tsunami

88%

Relaxing

100%

77%

Tingling

77%

68%

Euphoric

68%

60%

Happy

53%

100%

Sleepy

53%

Hungry

Focused

88%

Focus

60%

Clear-headed

46%

4 shared effects highlighted

Lavender — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelVery Strong

Sour Tsunami — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelMild

Super Skunk x Big Skunk Korean x Afghani HawaiianLavender

Indica 80%Sativa 20%

NYC Diesel x Sour DieselSour Tsunami

Indica 50%Sativa 50%

Side-by-Side Specs

Green highlight indicates the superior value

Lavender

Profile Comparison

Shared (4)

RelaxingTinglingEuphoricHappy

Only Lavender (2)

SleepyHungry

Only Sour Tsunami (3)

FocusedFocusClear-headed

Possible Side Effects

Shared

Dry eyesDry mouth

Only Lavender

Dizzy

Only Sour Tsunami

Headache

Growing Guide Comparison

Lavender

DifficultyModerate

Flowering7-9 weeks

HarvestOctober Yield

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightMedium

Outdoor Height200cm (79in)

Plant StructureBushy

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateContinental, Dry

Sour Tsunami

DifficultyEasy

Flowering9-10 weeks

HarvestEarly October

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor HeightTall

Outdoor HeightTall

Plant StructureTall

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateWarm, Dry

About These Strains

Lavender

Indica 80/20 — THC 25–29% — CBD 1–1%

Also known as Lavender Kush, this strain gets its name from its odor and the dark purple coloration on its leaves. It's an indica-dominant mix of Super Skunk, Big Skunk Korean, and Afghani Hawaiian, and it has a 40:60 sativa/indica ratio.

Lavender has a spicy aroma with floral tones and has a sweet lavender taste.

Sour Tsunami

Hybrid 50/50 — THC 8–12% — CBD 11–13%

The name of this increasingly popular medical choice refers not to the potency of its high but to the power of its symptom relief. Sour Tsunami has high CBD content, as high as 10% or even 11%, which makes it one of the most seizure-friendly medications on the market.

THC levels, on the other hand, are quite low, usually less than 10%.

Which One Is Right for You?

Lavender and Sour Tsunami are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Lavender is a Indica with 25–29% THC, while Sour Tsunami is a Hybrid with 8–12% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Lavender

Choose Lavender if you want higher THC potency, deeper body relaxation. Also known as Lavender Kush, this strain gets its name from its odor and the dark purple coloration on its leaves.

Choose Sour Tsunami

Choose Sour Tsunami if you want easier growing, more cerebral/uplifting effects, higher CBD for medical use. The name of this increasingly popular medical choice refers not to the potency of its high but to the power of its symptom relief.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lavender vs Sour Tsunami

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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