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Where to Buy Marijuana Seeds in Australia

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Many Australians are curious about growing cannabis, but the law is strict. Outside the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), growing cannabis for personal use is illegal.

Even in the ACT, the rules are narrow, and bringing seeds into the country is a problem of its own.

However…

People still ask where to buy marijuana seeds in Australia. This guide covers the law first, then the seed bank readers ask about.

Online Seed Banks That Ship to Australia

Importing cannabis, including seeds, is tightly controlled. The Australian Border Force says cannabis products can only be imported with prior permission from the Office of Drug Control, and that unlawful importers may face large fines or even imprisonment.

That means ordering seeds from an overseas seed bank is not a legal route for personal growers. We can't recommend an Australian seed bank either.

Herbie’s Seeds

Herbies is a large European online seed shop that readers ask about.

Herbie’s Seeds sells seeds from many breeders and ships in discreet packaging. Discreet packaging does not change the law, though.

As with any of the best online seed banks, check the law where you live before buying. In Australia, importing seeds without a permit risks seizure and prosecution.

Always check the law in your state or territory before buying any seeds.

Australia has no legal retail market for cannabis seeds for home growing. Any local seller offering them is operating outside the law.

Quality and Reliability

Seeds from an unlicensed seller come with no quality control. They may be mislabeled or not viable.

Limited Variety

Illegal local sellers usually have a small, unknown selection.

Buying from an illegal seller carries obvious legal risks, wherever you live in Australia.

Lack of Information

Unlicensed sellers rarely provide reliable strain information or support.

The Legality of Marijuana Seeds in Australia

Are cannabis seeds legal in Australia? This is the first question to ask.

Cannabis remains illegal for recreational use in Australia, apart from the ACT's limited personal-use rules.

Medicinal cannabis cultivation and production are licensed under the Commonwealth Narcotic Drugs Act of 1967. Growing cannabis without a licence is illegal outside the ACT's personal-use rules.

Medicinal cannabis is available to patients through doctors and licensed supply. It does not give patients a right to grow their own plants.

In 2020, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) changed its law so that adults 18 and older in the ACT can possess a small quantity of cannabis and grow a few plants.

Under the ACT's Drugs of Dependence Act 1989, the exemption covers adults who cultivate 1 or 2 plants in the ACT. Growing more than 4 plants at one premises is an offence.

The exemption does not cover "artificial" cultivation. The Act defines that as hydroponic growing or growing with an artificial source of light or heat.

Only in the ACT, and only within those limits: adults 18 and older, up to 2 plants per person, no more than 4 per premises, and no hydroponics or grow lights.

The ACT rules change territory law only; they do not change Commonwealth law. Buying seeds is still a problem, because importing them without a permit is unlawful.

Read Also: Where to Buy Marijuana Seeds in New Zealand

Should You Grow Weed Indoors or Outdoors in Australia?

We're not recommending that anyone grow cannabis in Australia. The tips below apply only where the law allows it.

Research the law before buying any seeds. The last thing you want is trouble with the authorities.

Indoor Cannabis Cultivation

In the ACT, indoor growing with grow lights, heaters or hydroponics falls outside the personal-use exemption. The general tips below apply to places where indoor growing is legal.

Climate Control

Ventilation, temperature and humidity control help keep plants healthy, especially in regions with extreme weather.

Lighting

LED or HPS grow lights are common for indoor growing where it is legal. Plants need different light schedules for vegetative growth and flowering.

Space

Use reflective materials and good airflow, and pick pots that suit the plant's size.

Nutrients and pH

Monitor nutrient levels and pH so roots can absorb nutrients well.

Training Techniques

Topping, pruning, and LST (low-stress training) help manage the canopy.

Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation

Outdoor growing in natural soil and sunlight is the only method the ACT exemption covers. It can mean larger plants and lower costs.

Strain Selection

Pick strains suited to your local climate, with resistance to pests, mold and temperature swings.

Sunlight

Select a sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight each day.

Soil Preparation

Prepare the soil by testing its nutrient and pH levels. Amend the soil as needed so it drains well.

Pest Control

Use preventive measures, such as companion planting, to protect plants from common pests and diseases.

Watering

Water according to the plant's needs and avoid overwatering.

When to Sprout Weed Seeds in AU

Timing depends on your location and climate.

In much of Australia, outdoor growers start in spring, around September to October, as the growing season begins.

Best Strains to Grow in Australia

These popular strains are listed for readers in places where growing is legal. Potency and yields vary by grower and batch.

1. Zkittlez Feminized Seeds

As you look at strain options, Zkittlez is one of the best-known.

Zkittlez is known for its fruity flavor.

Zkittlez feminized weed seeds can be challenging to grow. Its strong smell means indoor growers often use a carbon filter.

Zkittlez needs proper feeding, like any heavy-flowering plant.

Zkittlez is known for a moderate flowering time. Check the breeder's details on the product page.

CHECK PRICE AT HERBIES

2. Jack Herer Feminized Seeds

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Jack Herer is one of the most popular strains in the world.

Jack Herer is a sativa-leaning strain popular with adult consumers. It is not a treatment for any medical condition.

Jack Herer feminized marijuana seeds are bred to produce female plants, which produce the buds. These plants begin flowering when daily light hours shorten.

Jack Herer weed seeds develop into tall plants, so plan for vertical space. Potency varies by grower and batch.

CHECK PRICE AT HERBIES

3. Critical Feminized Seeds

Critical is a compact, indica-dominant strain known for fast flowering and heavy yields.

Its modest height suits growers with limited space.

Indoors, Critical marijuana seeds are known for strong yields. Check the breeder's figures on the product page, since results vary.

Critical marijuana seeds are popular with adult consumers who prefer relaxing effects.

Whether you're in it for the yield or the flavor, Critical Feminized Cannabis Seeds are a long-standing favorite.

CHECK PRICE AT HERBIES

Conclusion

For those who want to know where to buy marijuana seeds in Australia, the honest answer is that there is no legal route for most people. Importing seeds without a permit is unlawful, and outside the ACT growing is illegal.

In the ACT, adults can grow up to 2 plants each, and no more than 4 per premises, without hydroponics or grow lights.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top marijuana seed banks in AU?

There is no legal Australian seed bank for home growers. Herbie’s is a popular overseas seed bank, but importing seeds into Australia without a permit is unlawful.

Generally no. Importing cannabis, including seeds, requires prior permission, and there is no legal local retail market.

Only in the ACT, for adults 18 and older, within strict limits. Elsewhere, growing cannabis is illegal.

How many marijuana plants can you legally have in AU?

In the ACT, up to 2 plants per person and no more than 4 per premises, grown without hydroponics or artificial light or heat. Elsewhere, none.

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