Written By: Leah Alabre
There’s just something about autumn. The air gets crisp, the leaves turn fiery red and gold, and suddenly everything feels a little cozier. For cannabis lovers, fall isn’t just about pumpkin spice and apple picking—it’s also the season when cannabis really shines. From harvest traditions to seasonal strains, autumn and cannabis go hand in hand.
Celebrating Croptober!
If you’ve ever grown cannabis, you know autumn is basically the “holiday season” of sun grown cultivation. After months of sun, water, and care, plants are finally ready for harvest in late September and October. This is when growers get to enjoy the fruits (or flowers) of their labor. Trimming, curing, and preparing buds is a whole ritual, one that feels just as festive as carving pumpkins or sipping cider.
Strains That Taste Like Fall
Just like we crave spiced lattes and baked goods in autumn, cannabis strains with earthy, sweet, or spicy terpene profiles hit different this time of year. Look for strains rich in:
- Myrcene → earthy, musky, perfect for winding down by the fire
- Caryophyllene → peppery, spicy, pairs well with cozy fall foods
- Limonene → citrusy, uplifting for crisp morning walks
Fan favorites like Apple Fritter, Pumpkin Pie, and Gelato varieties bring dessert-like notes that match the vibe of the season.
Cannabis & Fall Rituals
Autumn is packed with traditions like bonfires, haunted hayrides, football Sundays, and big family dinners. Cannabis slides right into all of it. Imagine passing a joint under the stars while bundled in blankets or adding a little cannabis butter to pumpkin bread for Friendsgiving. Whether it’s a hike through colorful trails or a quiet night with spooky movies, cannabis makes those seasonal rituals even more memorable.
Bringing It All Together
At the end of the day, autumn is about cycles—growth, harvest, and renewal. Cannabis mirrors that perfectly. For growers, it’s the reward of a season’s work. For consumers, it’s the chance to savor strains that match the season’s flavors and moods.
So, this fall, lean into it. Light up before a leaf-peeping walk, bake a batch of infused cookies, or just cozy up with your favorite strain while the leaves fall outside. Cannabis and autumn were made for each other.
