đż What Does âMedium Heightâ Mean in a Strain Description?Updated 7 hours ago
When you're browsing cannabis strains on our website, you'll notice we list plant height as Short, Medium, or Tall â but what does "medium height" actually mean in feet or inches? đ¤
Letâs break it down!
đ Approximate Height Ranges
While exact plant height depends on your grow environment, training techniques, and whether you're growing indoors or outdoors, hereâs a general guide:
Height Category | Indoor Estimate | Outdoor Estimate |
---|---|---|
Short đą | 1â3 feet | 2â4 feet |
Medium đż | 3â5 feet | 4â6 feet |
Tall đł | 5â8+ feet | 6â10+ feet |
So if a strain is listed as medium, expect it to reach around:
3 to 5 feet indoors (under grow lights with training)
4 to 6 feet outdoors (especially if untrained or in large containers)
â ď¸ What Can Affect Plant Height?
Keep in mind these variables can push your plant outside the âmediumâ range:
Autoflowers vs. photoperiods: Autos are usually shorter, while photos can stretch more.
Environment: More light, nutrients, and space = bigger plants.
Training: Topping, LST, and super cropping can reduce vertical height and boost yields.
Phenotype variation: Even within the same strain, plants can vary in size.
âď¸ Need to Control Height?
If youâre working with limited space, look for:
Short or compact strains
Autoflowers
Strains labeled as "easy to train" or "bushy"
And donât forget â you can always use low-stress training or topping to manage a medium plant and keep it right where you want it. đŞ