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How to store CBD flowers?
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Contents :
- Can the flowers get damaged?
- The action of air and light on flowers
- Why do they need to be protected from moisture?
- The best temperature for preserving flowers
- How long can CBD flowers be stored?
- Resealable bags or pouches: a temporary solution for storing CBD buds
- The best long-term solution: glass jars
After choosing beautiful CBD flowers with an intense aroma, you wonder how to store them. Your goal: to keep the flowers in the same condition as when you received them. Your mission: to protect them from air, light, humidity, and temperature fluctuations!
As you probably suspect, the best way to store CBD flowers is in airtight jars, preferably tinted glass, placed in a dry, dark place at a temperature ideally between 12 and 22°C. Stored this way, you can enjoy all the aromas and potency of the flowers for 6 to 12 months.
Now, let's look together at what degrades flowers, resins and concentrates, as well as the best solutions for preserving your CBD flowers, resins and concentrates.
Can the flowers get damaged?
Yes, flowers can deteriorate, sometimes quickly, if they are not stored properly. Factors to consider include :
- Exposure to air
- Exposure to light
- Exposure to humidity
- Storage temperature
Let's look in detail at why and how these parameters affect the flowers, their cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids. Then we'll see how best to preserve them.
The action of air and light on flowers
Prolonged exposure to oxygen and UV rays can cause the oxidation of cannabinoids, terpenes , and other plant compounds. Oxidation degrades molecules, which eventually decompose. If your flower or resin remains exposed to air or direct sunlight for too long, it will lose some of its CBD concentration, flavor, aroma, and effects. Flower that has been excessively exposed to air and sunlight contains less CBD and is also much less aromatic due to the loss of terpenes.
Why do they need to be protected from moisture?
It's important to know that to reach their full potency and for the aromas of the flowers and resins to develop to their maximum, they undergo maturation ( curing ) and drying processes. This allows the cannabinoids to fully develop, and the flowers and resins to reach an ideal moisture level for consumption.
CBD flowers or resins exposed to humidity absorb water , lose flavor and potency, become more difficult to handle, and degrade the consumption experience. Even worse, if left in high humidity for too long, CBD flowers can mold , which can pose health risks. Therefore, it is especially important to take care to keep them dry.
The best temperature for preserving flowers
Like air and light, high temperatures can be detrimental to CBD flowers . They cause them to dry out and impair their quality. Furthermore, temperature can accelerate mold growth when the flowers or resins are also exposed to humidity.
But that's no reason to put them in the fridge. When you take CBD flower out of the refrigerator, the condensation that forms can introduce moisture into the container. Furthermore, the trichomes (the tiny crystals on the surface of the flowers where cannabinoids and terpenes are concentrated) become fragile at low temperatures and can break when handled, making the flowers less flavorful and diminishing their effects.
An ideal temperature is considered to be between 12 and 22°C. But don't panic: you don't need a thermometer or to take regular temperature readings. Often, simply placing them where you store your food, which also generally needs to be kept within these temperature ranges, is sufficient.
How long can CBD flowers be stored?
It all depends on your storage method: 2 to 4 weeks in a zip-top bag, 6 to 12 months in an airtight jar away from light. After a year, consumption remains possible, but a gradual loss of terpenes and cannabinoids is inevitable. The flowers become less aromatic and their effects less pronounced.
Resealable bags or pouches: a temporary solution for storing CBD buds
Resealable bags or pouches with a zip-lock mechanism are a good solution for temporarily storing CBD flowers. They prevent air and moisture from getting inside, but their limited airtightness is only sufficient for storage of a few weeks. If the bag isn't sealed (like the ones you probably receive them in), moisture will eventually get in.
For longer-term storage, a more appropriate solution is required.
The best long-term solution: glass jars
For longer storage of your CBD flowers or resins , we recommend transferring them to jars, similar to those our grandmothers used for preserving food. These jars should be stored in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
CBD, like all other cannabinoids, is contained in the tiny crystalline trichomes that cover the surface of the flower. The constant opening and closing of the bag disturbs the flower, causing many of the debris and trichomes to fall out and stick to the plastic. This is why a bag storing flowers becomes sticky over time.
Storing your CBD in glass jars doesn't expose these delicate flowers as much. Tinted jars are even better , as they help protect against harmful UV rays . However, the optimal solution remains keeping them in a dark space as much as possible. A place with minimal temperature fluctuations and a cool environment is preferable.
Now you know how to store your CBD flowers! If you want to learn more tips and information about CBD, feel free to visit our blog!
