ILGM – Editor’s Choice (2026)
ILGM is the US‑focused seed bank with a germination guarantee and fast shipping. Trusted by thousands of growers nationwide.
- ✅ Auto-flowering & feminized seeds
- ✅ High germination rate
- ✅ Fast US shipping
- ✅ Excellent customer support
Herbies Seeds
Herbies Seeds offers a huge selection with worldwide shipping. A solid choice for international growers.
- ✅ Wide variety of strains
- ✅ Reliable shipping
- ✅ Good customer service
- ✅ Payment options available
Crop King Seeds
Crop King Seeds offers a variety of Canadian strains. Slightly lower ratings but still a good option for many growers.
- ✅ Canadian strains
- ✅ Reliable shipping
- ✅ Decent customer support
- ✅ Payment options
Blue Steel Seeds. Just the name sounds like a punchline or a secret handshake—like something whispered between stoners in a back alley behind a record store. But no, it’s real. A legit cannabis strain, bred with intention, not just some happy accident in a forgotten grow tent. And it’s got that look—deep greens, hints of purple, trichomes like frostbite on velvet. You know the type.
I first ran into Blue Steel at a buddy’s place in Humboldt. He said, “You ever try this? It’s like smoking a blueberry dipped in gun oil.” I didn’t know what the hell that meant, but I was in. The high? Creeps up sideways. Not a freight train. More like—like a tide pulling you out while you’re still standing on shore. One minute you’re fine, the next you’re watching your own hands like they’re not yours. It’s weird. But good weird.
Genetics-wise, it’s a cross between Blueberry and The Black, which sounds like a Game of Thrones subplot. But it works. Blueberry brings that sweet, fruity nose—almost too sweet, like candy that’s been in your pocket too long. The Black adds depth. Earthy, a little musky, like wet bark or old leather. Together? Balanced, but not boring. It’s like jazz in a joint.
Growing it’s a mixed bag. Some folks say it’s easy—short, bushy, cooperative. Others swear it’s a diva. Needs attention, mood swings, throws tantrums if the humidity’s off by 5%. I guess it depends on your setup. Indoors, it stays compact. Good for stealth grows or closets. Outdoors? If you’ve got the right climate, it’ll stretch a bit, but not too wild. Yields are decent—not massive, but respectable. Quality over quantity, right?
Now, the high. Let’s talk about that again. It’s not couch-lock, but don’t plan on doing your taxes. It’s dreamy. Floaty. You’ll start thinking about weird stuff—like, do fish ever get bored? Or why do we call it a “pair” of pants when it’s just one thing? That kind of high. Creative, but not productive. Unless your job is to stare at clouds and write poetry about them.
Medical users dig it too. Anxiety? Melted. Pain? Numbed. Insomnia? Forget about it—you’ll be out before the second episode of whatever you’re pretending to binge. But it’s not for everyone. Some folks get paranoid. Or just too introspective. Like, “Why did I say that thing in 2007?” introspective. So yeah, tread lightly if your brain’s already a haunted house.
Honestly, Blue Steel’s not the flashiest strain out there. It’s not trying to win awards or go viral on TikTok. But it’s solid. Reliable. A little mysterious. Like that one friend who doesn’t talk much but always shows up with the best snacks. You know the one.
Would I grow it again? Maybe. Depends on the season, the mood, the moon phase. But I’d smoke it again in a heartbeat. And if someone offers you a nug? Don’t ask questions. Just say thanks and light it up.