With the rise and awareness of mental health care, cannabis is a frequent topic of growing interest and discussion. The relationship between cannabis and mental health is intricate and has many different sides. Some people believe it could have helpful effects, while others worry it might be risky. In this blog post, we'll explain the different components of cannabis and mental well-being, exploring the current state of research, experience and observations, and other concepts individuals should keep in mind. The Cannabis and Mental Health Dialogue: For many years, people have used cannabis b ..read more

Cooking with Cannabis: Elevate Your meals by cooking with cannabis This Holiday Season We will walk you through all the different possibilities with a few unique cannabis infused recipes. Introduction: The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spice up your celebrations than by incorporating cannabis into your festive feasts? In this guide, Santa Cruz Naturals invites you to embark on a culinary journey, exploring the art of cooking with cannabis. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, we'll walk you through the possibilities with a few unique recipes to transform ordi ..read more

The benefits of Cannabis in the Veteran Community November 11th, 1918 marked a significant turning point in history as it signified the end of World War I. Fast forward to 1919, and we began commemorating our fallen heroes on the first anniversary of this momentous occasion, naming it Armistice Day. However, it wasn't until 1938 that Armistice Day became an official national holiday. In 1954, a noteworthy change occurred when the holiday was renamed Veterans Day to honor all veterans, not just those from World War I. Soldiers, the brave souls who go to war, put their lives on the line to prote ..read more

How To Germinate Cannabis Seedlings  Germinating seeds is a crucial initial phase in the life cycle of plants – it kicks off the commencement of the cannabis plant’s growth journey.  In cultivation practices, germination is a significant part of the process that kickstarts and transforms a dormant seed into a vigorous and thriving plant that is full of therapeutic benefits.  Growers can also optimize these germination methods by controlling environmental conditions from indoor grow rooms to regulate robust health and the potential of each seedling.  In this article, we’re d ..read more

The 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! What’s an edible? Cannabis edibles are products made and infused with cannabinoids from the plant and are consumed orally. With this consumption method, edibles are swallowed, ingested, and digested while tr ..read more

Cannabis in California is an extremely developed and robust market. What that means is you have tons of brands and product choices available to you. Unfortunately, not all of these choices are affordable or high quality.  With an advanced industry comes too many choices that are simply not worth it. At the end of the day, you don't need to pay a fortune to get access to high-quality adult-use cannabis. If you do your due diligence, you'll find that local dispensaries with community relationships are the ones that can get you unbeatable cannabis deals. At Santa Cruz Naturals, we prioritiz ..read more

If you are thinking about growing at home, try these industry clone care tips to ensure that your clone grows into a healthy and beautiful flower. Choose clones with strong root systems. How to Care for Cannabis Clones It 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. Some people like to use amendments, including organic or synthetic fertilizer, oyster shell meal, and various substances to improve soil structure. This helps keep the soil rich with the proper nutrients needed for plants to grow healt ..read more

Over 10 years ago, Colin Disheroon, Santa Cruz Naturals’ founder and CEO, worked as an outdoor education teacher. Colin suffered from chronic back pain and found cannabis to be helpful for pain management. He also discovered that it could help others. He took his belief in a higher flower and a passion for the cannabis industry and turned it into a reality, founding Santa Cruz Mountain Naturals. This growing collective, Santa Cruz Mountain Naturals, based in Boulder Creek, was a neighborhood collaboration that sought to grow and distribute cannabis for medicinal use. In 2010, Santa Cruz Count ..read more

This month, we are highlighting a strain that blends fruity flavors with potency! Strawberry BananaZ by Santa Cruz Canna Farms is serving up some fire flavors that will boost your mood and calm your worries. With juicy flavors of fresh strawberries and bananas, this relaxing and mildly sedating hybrid will bring happy, peaceful effects with high levels of THC. Great for relaxing the mind and sleep. Santa Cruz Canna Farms About Santa Cruz Canna Farms: Santa Cruz Canna Farms cannabis is grown less than a half-mile from the ocean, surrounded by organic strawberry fields. Their cannabis is loved ..read more

At Santa Cruz Naturals, we’re on a mission to bring cannabis education to the Aptos and Watsonville communities. Curious about the different cannabinoids and chemical compounds that make up the cannabis plant? Cannabinoids are natural chemical compounds found in cannabis that help protect the plant. They closely resemble the natural compounds produced in the human body, called endocannabinoids, which help regulate body function.  Over 200 cannabinoids have been identified in cannabis plants. However, only a few have closely researched, studied and produced in significant quantities. Stud ..read more