Northern Lights vs Pennywise: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Northern Lights (Indica) and Pennywise (Indica) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 16-21% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy
Easy to grow
THC: 8-15% | CBD: 8-15%
Relaxed, Calm, Happy
Easy to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Northern Lights | Pennywise |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Indica | Indica |
| THC Range | 16-21% | 8-15% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.3% | 8-15% |
| Effects | Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry | Relaxed, Calm, Happy, Focused, Clear-Headed |
| Flavors | Earthy, Pine, Sweet, Spicy | Coffee, Earthy, Sweet, Pepper, Woody |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene | Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Ocimene |
| Medical Uses | Insomnia, Pain, Stress, Anxiety, Appetite Loss | Pain, Anxiety, PTSD, Epilepsy, Arthritis |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Flowering Time | 7-9 weeks | 8-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 450-550g/m² | 400-500g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 550-650g/plant | 500-600g/plant |
| Height | Short (< 3 ft) | Medium (3-5 ft) |
| Genetics | Afghani x Thai | Harlequin x Jack the Ripper |
| Breeder | Sensi Seeds (originally developed on the US West Coast) | TGA Subcool Seeds |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Northern Lights
Unique to Pennywise
Growing Comparison
Northern Lights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 7-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 450-550g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 550-650g/plant
- Height
- Short (< 3 ft)
Pennywise
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 500-600g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, Northern Lights edges ahead with THC levels up to 21% compared to Pennywise's 15%. Both strains can help with pain, anxiety, so either is a solid choice if those are your primary concerns. Ultimately, the best strain depends on your personal preferences, tolerance, and intended use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northern Lights or Pennywise stronger?▾
Northern Lights has a THC range of 16-21%, while Pennywise ranges from 8-15% THC. Northern Lights is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Northern Lights or Pennywise?▾
Northern Lights is rated easy to grow, while Pennywise is rated easy. Both strains have similar grow difficulty. Northern Lights flowers in 7-9 weeks and Pennywise in 8-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Northern Lights and Pennywise?▾
Northern Lights is a indica strain while Pennywise is a indica. Northern Lights is known for relaxed, sleepy, happy effects with earthy and pine flavors. Pennywise offers relaxed, calm, happy effects with coffee and earthy flavors.
Can Northern Lights and Pennywise be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Northern Lights is used for insomnia, pain, stress, anxiety, appetite loss, while Pennywise is used for pain, anxiety, ptsd, epilepsy, arthritis. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Northern Lights or Pennywise?▾
Indoors, Northern Lights yields approximately 450-550g/m² while Pennywise yields 400-500g/m². Outdoors, Northern Lights produces around 550-650g/plant and Pennywise around 500-600g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.