MintStrain — Effects, Genetics, Grow Guide & Where to Buy in Canada
Mint is a hybrid cannabis strain with 20% THC and a 8-10 weeks flowering period. It is known for relaxed and happy effects and grows best in both indoor tents and warm outdoor climates. Mint seeds are sold at Royal King Seeds Canada with discreet Canada-wide shipping and a high-germination guarantee.
Mint earned its place in the modern cannabis canon for a reason — and the genetics live up to the reputation. It is a balanced hybrid (52% indica / 48% sativa) testing at roughly 20%% THC, with a flowering window of 8-10 weeks under a 12/12 photoperiod. Below we walk through what to expect from the high, how the plant grows in a tent or outdoor garden, the parental genetics behind the cultivar, and how to get Mint seeds delivered anywhere in Canada.
Mint Quick Stats
THC
20%%
Indica
52%
Sativa
48%
Autoflower
No
Flowering
8-10 weeks
Difficulty
intermediate
Indoor Yield
450-550 g/m²
Outdoor Yield
500-700 g/plant
Plant Height
120-180 cm
MintEffects & Experience
Reported effects center on relaxed, happy, euphoric. Mint pulls toward a balanced state where neither head nor body dominates — a profile that holds up across phenotypes when the seeds are grown to their potential.
Growing Mint
Growing Mint fits outdoor growers with at least 130 frost-free days; the balanced structure handles both heat and cool nights. Mint is photoperiod, which means you control when it flowers by switching from 18/6 (vegetative) to 12/12 (flowering). Most indoor growers veg for 4-6 weeks before the flip. Indoor yields land around 450-550 g/m² under quality LED, and outdoor plants given full sun and 5-7 gallon containers reliably produce 500-700 g/plant. Expected plant height is 120-180 cm, with intermediate cultivation difficulty. Practical tips that move the needle: top once at the 4th node to encourage 4-6 even main colas instead of one dominant cola; and apply low-stress training in week 2 of veg — bend the main stem horizontally and tie down to expose lower nodes. The most common challenge growers report is late-flower humidity if your indoor RH climbs above 55% during the final two weeks.
MintLineage & Genetics
This cultivar comes from the Royal King Genetics breeding program — an in-house line developed for consistent results across both indoor and outdoor environments. Phenotype consistency is the result of multiple generations of selection rather than commercial seed-run breeding.
Where to Buy Mint Seeds in Canada
Mint seeds ship from Royal King Seeds to every Canadian province and territory with discreet packaging and a high-germination guarantee. Average delivery is 3-7 business days, with the fastest routes typically reaching British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories.
Mint FAQ
Is Mint indica or sativa?+
Mint is a balanced hybrid with a 52% indica / 48% sativa split. The effects lean balanced — neither dominantly head nor body.
How long does Mint take to flower?+
Mint flowers in 8-10 weeks once you flip to 12/12 light cycle. Outdoor harvest typically lands in late September to mid-October across most Canadian growing zones.
What is the THC content of Mint?+
Mint tests at approximately 20%% THC when grown to its potential. Real-world numbers depend on grow conditions, harvest timing, and curing — well-grown phenotypes can land at the high end of that range, while poorly cured flower tests lower.
Is Mint good for beginner growers?+
Mint is rated intermediate difficulty. Photoperiod genetics give you control over plant size and harvest timing, which means a bit more responsibility for getting the schedule right. Most growers with one harvest behind them handle this strain without difficulty.
Where can I buy Mint seeds in Canada?+
Royal King Seeds ships Mint seeds to every Canadian province and territory with discreet packaging, tracked delivery, and a high-germination guarantee. The product page is at https://royalkingseeds.ca/mint-feminized — checkout accepts standard cards and Interac.