As we have seen firsthand and you are probably aware, California's legal cannabis industry is facing significant challenges, including high taxes, regulatory burdens, and competition from the illicit market. Thankfully, in response, the California Assembly has unanimously passed Assembly Bill 564 (AB 564), aiming to freeze the cannabis excise tax at 15% and delay a scheduled increase to 19% until at least 2030.
Read MoreTHCV, or tetrahydrocannabivarin, is a rare cannabinoid that’s gaining attention for its unique effects—most notably its potential to suppress appetite and increase energy. Structurally similar to THC, THCV interacts with the same receptors in the endocannabinoid system but behaves quite differently depending on the dose.
Read MoreCBN, or cannabinol, is a lesser-known but increasingly popular cannabinoid found in cannabis. Unlike THC, CBN is only mildly psychoactive—if at all—and is best known for its calming, sedative effects. Often found in aged cannabis, CBN forms when THC oxidizes over time, making it more common in older or cured flower.
Read MoreIn California, where cannabis cultivation has become both a booming business and a passionate hobby, we believe cannabis clones are the starting point for countless successful grows. As you probably know, clones are essentially genetic copies of a mother plant, taken from healthy, mature cannabis plants and rooted to produce a new plant. For many growers—especially in the Golden State—clones offer a faster, more predictable alternative to starting from seed.
Read MoreApril 19th marks a lesser-known but deeply significant date in counterculture history: Bicycle Day. It commemorates the day in 1943 when Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann intentionally ingested a small amount of Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD) and experienced its profound effects while riding his bicycle home from his lab. Though he had first synthesized LSD in 1938, it wasn’t until this accidental self-experiment that Hofmann—and the world—discovered the powerful psychedelic effects of the compound.
Read MoreWhen it comes to sleek design, smooth delivery, and consistent potency, Stiiizy Pods have carved out a strong reputation in the cannabis vaping space. Known for their cutting-edge technology and strain variety, Stiiizy has quickly become one of the most recognizable and trusted vape brands in California—and beyond.
Read MoreWe learn about the relationship between cannabis and mental health. We dive into the benefits that cannabis can provide.
Read MoreAt Santa Cruz Naturals, we are proud to provide year-round support to our veterans. Learn more about the positive effects cannabis can provide our veterans.
Read MoreGerminating seeds is a crucial initial phase in the life cycle of plants – it kicks off the commencement of the cannabis plant’s growth journey.
Read MoreThe market for edibles has exploded and sometimes the shelf containing your choices starts to look like the chip aisle at the grocery store! So then, how do you wade through all the options and find the right product that offers the right effect for you? In Edibles 101, we’ll give you a quick overview of cannabis edibles as a category and then list some of our herbal consultant favorites!
Read MoreDiscover the secrets behind affordable cannabis prices in Santa Cruz. Explore the thriving market of low-cost cannabis and how Santa Cruz leads the way. Uncover the sustainability strategies, exclusive promotions, and quality behind the budget-friendly buds revolutionizing the California industry.
Read MoreIt is important to choose what medium you will use for your plant. Top growers suggest that you first transplant your clone into a 1-gallon pot.
Read MoreFull-spectrum oils are cannabis extracts that contain the full range of cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, fatty acids, and phytonutrients that naturally occur in the cannabis plant.
Read MoreFull-spectrum oils are cannabis extracts that contain the full range of cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, fatty acids, and phytonutrients that naturally occur in the cannabis plant.
Read MoreWhether you’re a medical patient unable to leave your home, a recreational user that wants to have a lazy day, a curious newbie that is too intimidated to walk into a dispensary, or somewhere in between, delivery options now allow everyone to discover the benefits of cannabis from the comfort of their own home.
Read MoreBelieve us, we enjoy seeing customers visit our Watsonville dispensary. But we also understand that life gets in the way. When you have a crazy week and a laundry list of things to do, a trip to the dispensary doesn’t always make the cut.
Read MoreThe results are in – Santa Cruz Naturals is proud to accept the 2023 Good Times Best of Reader’s award for Best Cannabis Delivery!
Read MoreWe joined the industry because of the opportunity to serve communities that otherwise have little access to, or choice of, responsibly-grown cannabis.
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