Santa Cruz Blue Dream
Santa Cruz Blue Dream
Also known as: Blue Dream, Azure Haze
Overview
Santa Cruz Blue Dream is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that originated in Santa Cruz, California around 2003. Created from crossing DJ Short's Blueberry (indica) with Super Silver Haze or Santa Cruz Haze (sativa), this legendary strain quickly spread throughout California's medical cannabis community before gaining nationwide recognition. The strain was originally available only as a clone-only variety, adding to its mystique and exclusivity in its early years. Today, it remains one of the most popular and enduring strains in the cannabis world, known for its exceptional balance of effects and sweet berry flavor profile. The strain typically exhibits a 60:40 sativa-to-indica ratio, creating a harmonious blend of cerebral stimulation and gentle physical relaxation that has made it a staple in dispensaries across North America.
Santa Cruz Blue Dream flowers display bright neon green buds with vibrant orange pistils and occasional purple and blue hues, particularly when grown in cooler conditions. The buds are dense yet fluffy with a generous coating of trichomes that gives them a frosty, crystalline appearance. The plant structure is characteristically sativa-dominant with considerable stretch during flowering and numerous bud sites along its branches, contributing to typically generous yields. This strain is prized not only for its balanced effects but also for its distinctive sweet berry aroma and flavor profile, inherited from its Blueberry parent, combined with the uplifting qualities of its Haze lineage.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic stress
- May help with depression and anxiety
- Often used for chronic pain management
- Users report assistance with headaches and migraines
- May help with muscle spasms
- Often used for PTSD symptoms
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with nausea
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Santa Cruz Blue Dream is considered relatively easy to grow and suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. Indoor flowering time is typically 9-10 weeks (63-70 days), while outdoor harvests occur in early to mid-October in the Northern Hemisphere. The strain thrives in mild to warm climates similar to its Californian origins and responds well to training techniques like SCROG (Screen of Green). Plants tend to grow tall with considerable stretch during flowering, which may present challenges for indoor growers with limited space. The strain shows good resistance to mold and pests but can be a heavy feeder during flowering, requiring proper nutrient management. Expected yields are typically generous due to the plant's numerous bud sites and sativa-dominant structure. Plants prefer nutrient-rich soil with good drainage and benefit from at least 18 hours of light during the vegetative phase.