What is the main difference between Northern Lights and Super Silver Haze?

Northern Lights is a Indica strain (100% Indica / 0% Sativa) with THC levels of 16–21%, while Super Silver Haze is a Sativa strain (20% Indica / 80% Sativa) with THC levels of 18–23%.

Which strain has higher THC — Northern Lights or Super Silver Haze?

Super Silver Haze has higher THC at 18–23%, compared to Northern Lights at 16–21%.

Is Northern Lights or Super Silver Haze easier to grow?

Northern Lights has easy growing difficulty with a 7-8-week flowering period, while Super Silver Haze has moderate difficulty with a 10-11-week flowering period. Northern Lights is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Northern Lights have compared to Super Silver Haze?

Northern Lights produces sleepy, relaxing, hungry, euphoric, happy effects, ideal for evening use. Super Silver Haze produces energetic, uplifting, focused, creative, euphoric effects, best for morning use.

What terpenes are in Northern Lights and Super Silver Haze?

Northern Lights features Myrcene, giving it pine, spicy, sweet flavors. Super Silver Haze features Myrcene, with citrus, herbal, lemon flavors.

Which medical conditions can Northern Lights and Super Silver Haze help with?

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

Strain Encyclopedia

Northern Lights

Indica — THC 21%

Super Silver Haze

Sativa — THC 23%

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

Super Silver Haze

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Medical

Northern Lights

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Growing

Northern Lights

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Flavor

Super Silver Haze

Strain Profile Comparison

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Northern Lights

Super Silver Haze

Effect Matchup

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

Northern Lights

Effect

Super Silver Haze

88%

Relaxing

46%

68%

Euphoric

60%

Happy

53%

100%

Sleepy

77%

Hungry

53%

Body-buzz

46%

Social

Energetic

100%

Uplifting

88%

Focused

77%

Creative

68%

Cerebral

41%

3 shared effects highlighted

Northern Lights — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelModerate

Super Silver Haze — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Thai x AfghaniNorthern Lights

Indica 100%Sativa 0%

Skunk #1 x Northern Lights x HazeSuper Silver Haze

Indica 20%Sativa 80%

Side-by-Side Specs

Green highlight indicates the superior value

Northern Lights

Profile Comparison

Shared (3)

RelaxingEuphoricHappy

Only Northern Lights (4)

SleepyHungryBody-buzzSocial

Only Super Silver Haze (5)

EnergeticUpliftingFocusedCreativeCerebral

Possible Side Effects

Shared

Dry mouthDry eyesDizzy

Growing Guide Comparison

Northern Lights

DifficultyEasy

Flowering7-8 weeks

HarvestEnd

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor HeightShort

Outdoor HeightShort

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

Super Silver Haze

DifficultyModerate

Flowering10-11 weeks

HarvestMid October

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor Yield1500g/plant (52.9oz/plant)

Indoor HeightTall

Outdoor HeightTall

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

About These Strains

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.

Super Silver Haze

Sativa 20/80 — THC 18–23%

Super Silver Haze, also known as “SSH” or “SS Haze,” is a sativa dominant hybrid strain (80% sativa/20% indica) created through crossing the infamous Skunk X Northern Lights X Haze strains. Known for its super heady high and long-lasting effects, Super Silver Haze is the perfect bud for any sativa lover who really wants to kick back.

The high starts fast and hard, slamming into your mind almost as soon as you exhale with a stoney and lifted effect.

Which One Is Right for You?

Northern Lights and Super Silver Haze are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Northern Lights is a Indica with 16–21% THC, while Super Silver Haze is a Sativa with 18–23% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Northern Lights

Choose Northern Lights if you want easier growing, deeper body relaxation, broader medical applications. Few strains come with as much widespread renown as Northern Lights, inarguably one of the most popular strains of all time.

Choose Super Silver Haze

Choose Super Silver Haze if you want more cerebral/uplifting effects. Super Silver Haze, also known as “SSH” or “SS Haze,” is a sativa dominant hybrid strain (80% sativa/20% indica) created through crossing the infamous Skunk X Northern Lights X Haze strains.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northern Lights vs Super Silver Haze

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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