Can You Grow Weed Seeds in Louisiana?

Despite Louisiana’s progress in cannabis decriminalization, recreational marijuana cultivation remains illegal statewide. Only state-licensed dispensaries can distribute medical marijuana, and home growing is not permitted for personal use.

Decriminalization efforts have reduced penalties for possession, but growing cannabis at home is still against the law.

What To Consider When Growing Weed Seeds in Louisiana

The state’s subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters, poses unique challenges and opportunities for cannabis cultivators. Louisiana experiences hot, humid summers with average highs in the 90s°F (32-37°C) and mild winters with average lows in the 40s to 50s°F (4-15°C). The long growing season and warm temperatures make Louisiana suitable for outdoor cannabis cultivation for much of the year.

Louisiana is known for its high humidity levels, especially during the summer months. While cannabis plants require humidity for healthy growth, excessively high humidity can increase the risk of mold, mildew, and other fungal diseases.

Louisiana receives significant rainfall throughout the year, with the highest amounts typically occurring during the summer months due to frequent thunderstorms and tropical weather systems. While natural rainfall can be beneficial for outdoor cannabis cultivation, excessive moisture can lead to waterlogged soil and root rot.

Louisiana’s soil varies across the state but is generally fertile and rich in organic matter, especially in areas near the Mississippi River Delta. Cannabis plants thrive in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (around 6.0 to 7.0). Amending the soil with compost or other organic materials can improve its structure and fertility.

Strains To Grow In Louisiana

When selecting strains for cultivation in Louisiana, consider choosing varieties that are resilient to high humidity, heat, and potential pest and disease pressures. Sativa-dominant seeds with tropical or equatorial origins may perform well in Louisiana’s climate.

If you’re thinking about cultivating your own cannabis, here are our recommendations for the best choices of strains for Louisiana.

Where We Deliver

The Seed Fair aims to make marijuana accessible to all growers, beginners or otherwise. Our team ships seeds to places across Louisiana, including:

• Baton Rouge
• Lafayette
• New Orleans
• Shreveport, and all the cities and towns of Louisiana.