Mother's Finest: The Heavy Haze
Mother's Finest: The Heavy Haze
Strain Overview
Type: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid (70% Sativa / 30% Indica)
Breeder: Sensi Seeds
Lineage: Jack Herer Root Stock (Haze x Northern Lights x Skunk #1)
Market Status: The "Groovy Producer"; Mother's Finest is a hidden gem in the Sensi catalog, released in the early 2000s as a specific evolution of the legendary Jack Herer program. While Jack Herer is known for its phenotypic variation, Mother's Finest was stabilized to capture the soaring "Haze" high of the lineage but attach it to a plant structure that yields like a heavy Indica. Named after the legendary funk rock band, this strain brings the rhythm and the noise.
THC Content: 16% – 20% (Energetic & Clear)
Dominant Terpenes: Pinene, Limonene, Terpinolene, Caryophyllene
Key Effects: Electric Euphoria, Visual Clarity, "Funk" Energy, Giggly Socializing
If Jack Herer is the Emperor of cannabis, Mother's Finest is the Funk Queen.
When Sensi Seeds was creating the Jack Herer dynasty, they worked with a massive gene pool combining Haze, Northern Lights, and Skunk #1. Most phenotypes leaned towards a 50/50 balance. However, the breeders identified a specific expression that was distinctly Sativa-dominant in effect—giving a rush of Haze energy—but surprisingly conical and heavy in growth structure. They isolated this "freak of nature," stabilized it, and named it Mother's Finest. It is designed for the grower who wants the electric high of a Haze without the 14-week wait or the wispy yields.
History and Lineage: The Jack Evolution
This strain is essentially a specialized "Cut" of the Jack Herer family tree, bred for specific traits.
The Haze Influence: The goal was to preserve the cerebral, zesty qualities of the Haze parent. This provides the "rush" and the flavor profile.
The Skunk/NL Anchor: To make the plant commercially viable, Sensi leaned on the Northern Lights and Skunk genetics to tighten the internodal spacing. This ensures the plant fills out with heavy, spear-shaped colas rather than running wild.
The Name: A tribute to the hard-rocking funk band Mother's Finest. The name fits perfectly because the strain offers a high that is energetic, rhythmic, and undeniably "loud."
Terpene Profile: Zesty Pine and Musk
Mother's Finest smells like a classic Dutch Haze but with a heavier, funkier bottom end.
Dominant Terpenes
Pinene (The Forest): The dominant note. It hits the nose with a sharp, fresh pine needle scent that clears the sinuses.
Limonene (The Citrus): Adds a sour lemon/lime kick that brightens the earthy notes.
Terpinolene (The Haze): Provides the signature herbal, floral, and slight apple-like aroma found in many Haze varieties.
Caryophyllene (The Funk): A deep, musky spice inherited from the Skunk #1 that gives the strain its "dank" factor.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is pungent and piercing. It smells of pine cleaner, sour citrus, musk, and wet earth.
The Smoke: Thick and expansive. It tastes of spicy Haze, lemon zest, and earthy leather. It leaves a savory, almost salty aftertaste that is unique to the Jack lineage.
Strain Effects: The Electric Glide
This is a "Saturday Night" strain. It is too energetic for sleep and too fun to waste on sleep.
The Experience
The Blast: The high hits instantly. It is a classic Sativa rush that starts behind the eyes and moves down the spine.
The Vision: It is known for its visual enhancement. Colors seem brighter, and lights have a "halo" effect. It is fantastic for concerts or movies.
The Mood: It is pure euphoria. It makes you want to move, dance, or talk. It kills social anxiety and replaces it with confidence.
The Crash: Because it has a solid Indica backbone (the "Finest" part), the high eventually settles into a comfortable, relaxed state, rather than leaving you jittery.
Best For: Concerts, dancing, parties, creative brainstorming, and fighting fatigue.
Growing Mother's Finest: The Conical Beast
This is where the strain shines. It allows average growers to produce Haze-quality buds without the headache.
Growth Structure
The Shape: Unlike the vine-like growth of a pure Haze, Mother's Finest grows in a classic Pine Tree shape. It produces a massive central cola with heavy side branches that grow upward.
The Yield: High. This plant was selected specifically for its production capabilities. The buds are dense, heavy, and run together in long spears.
The Speed: It finishes flowering in 8 to 10 weeks (50–70 days). For a strain with this much Sativa dominance, that is incredibly fast.
The Height: It will stretch, but it is manageable. It doesn't grow uncontrollably tall like a Thai or Colombian landrace.
The Phenotypes: You may find two main phenos: one that is shorter/chunkier (Indica leaning) and one that is taller (Haze leaning). Both finish relatively quickly.
Grower’s Tip: This strain loves light intensity. If you have powerful LEDs or HPS lights, this plant will reward you by stacking calyxes until the colas look like corn cobs. It is also very resistant to mold due to the open structure of the Haze calyxes combined with the vigor of the Skunk.
Final Verdict: The Rock Star
Mother's Finest is a strain that often gets overlooked in favor of its famous father, Jack Herer. That is a mistake. This strain offers a more consistent, yield-focused experience while delivering the same legendary "Haze" high. It is energetic, loud, and fun—just like the funk music it was named after. If you want a Sativa that yields like an Indica and hits like a concert amplifier, this is the finest choice you can make.
You should choose Mother's Finest if:
You love Jack Herer/Haze effects.
You want High Yields from a Sativa.
You enjoy Energetic/Visual highs.
You want a shorter flowering time for a Haze hybrid.
Score: 9.3/10 (The Funky Haze)