How to store Cannabis Flower: What you need to know

Despite how popular cannabis has become, people (in general) know very little about it. And while this is normally okay, a lack of knowledge on cannabis can cost you in the long run. The most common mistake that people often make when it comes to cannabis is how to properly store it. While this may seem simple, cannabis storage can be rather tricky. This becomes even more of an issue when you consider how much of an effect storage can have on cannabis. If you want to learn more about cannabis storage, then we’ve got just the thing for you. Read on as we discuss what you need to know about how to properly store cannabis.

Get the Temperature Right

If you store your flowers at high temperatures, the terpenes will degrade and the buds will dry out. This will result in an unpleasant flavour and a harsh smoking experience. Alternatively, if you store your stash at too low of a temperature, the cannabinoid content will also degrade. It is recommended to store marijuana at temperatures below 74 degrees, as mould and mildew thrive at temperatures above that threshold. The ideal temperature is approximately 65 degrees Fahrenheit, but no lower than 55 degrees.

Minimize Light Exposure

Cannabis plants love light during the growth process, but after you harvest your flowers, UV rays can quickly degrade them. To prevent losing terpene and cannabinoid content during storage, it's best to keep your stash in a dark place. If you can't store it in complete darkness, use an opaque container or cover any areas where light might enter with stickers or tape.

Keep It Somewhere Airtight

If cannabis is exposed to too much oxygen, it can degrade the cannabinoids and terpenes. This is why it's important to store cannabis in an airtight container. If cannabis is exposed to air and light, it will slowly convert into THC and then into CBN.

Reduce the Humidity

Keeping the humidity levels stable when storing cannabis is very important. If the humidity is too high, it can create mould and mildew. If the humidity is too low, the bud will dry out and the THC and terpenes will degrade. The ideal relative humidity for storing cannabis is between 54% and 63%. There are products on the market, like Boveda humidity packs, that make it easy to maintain the proper humidity level in your storage container.

Conclusion

We hope this article proves to be useful when it comes to helping you gain a better understanding of how to properly store cannabis flowers. If you’ve done everything correctly then you have very little to worry about. It's easy to tell when your weed has gone bad. You can usually tell by the way it looks, feels, smells, tastes, and how potent it is. If it's dry and dusty, has mold or mildew on it, or has been stored for a long time in a non-airtight container or plastic bag, it's probably bad. Be sure to keep everything you’ve learned here in mind so that you can make the most informed decisions when it comes to how to properly store cannabis flowers.

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