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Does Weed Affect Your Period?

There’s a fair bit of talk about how cannabis use can help us manage menstrual cycle pain. However, symptom relief isn’t the only matter to be considered when it comes to how weed may affect the menstrual cycle. Chief amongst commonly expressed concerns? Marijuana’s reputed effects on the menstrual cycle and the possibility of changes […]

Weed and Menstrual Cramps: Relieve Your Period Pain

Dealing with “that time of the month” means one very uncomfortable, painful time for many women: dealing with menstrual cramps. Period cramps look different for everyone. Some females experience intense throbbing in the lower belly, while others experience acute aches in their lumbar region. Sometimes, it can be a doubled-over, squeezing pain that is entirely […]

How to Store Cannabis Seeds

Imagine you live in a place where growing cannabis at home for personal use is A-okay with TPTB. How would that be? Well, for a growing number of Americans (no pun intended), that place and time is not some fantastical dream in a nebulous future. It is right here, right now. Now, we’re not about […]

Why Do My Armpits Smell Like Weed?

So, maybe you’re lucky. Perhaps you’ve climbed off that treadmill or come home from that camping trip with your love and NOT put off a unique aroma that’s danker than the dankest of weeds. Is this you? Are you’re sweeter than roses and as fresh as the morning dew? Well, you’ll still want to read […]

The Best Dispensary in Phoenix

Phoenix: there’s no other place like it. We have it all here—endless sunshine, world-class recreation, breathtaking desert views, and the best dispensary in Phoenix. Yep. The BEST. That may seem like a bold claim, but it’s the honest truth. We’re here to tell you precisely why you need look no further than The Flower Shop […]

The Guide to Smoking Weed on Your Period

Since there have been mammals, there’s been menstruation. It’s normal, natural, and a vital part of perpetuating us as a species. Sadly, it’s become such a taboo subject that period-havers sometimes struggle to find information about periods and how to make them more bearable. Luckily, we’re all about taboo-smashing and straight-talking here at […]

The Truth About Marijuana and Anxiety

Anxiety and weed. Weed and anxiety. There’s been a lot of talk for a long time, and not a lot of it seems particularly definitive. Yes, many claim that marijuana is a miracle cure for anxiety and PTSD. However, some conflicting claims pin heightened anxiety on cannabis use. So, which is it? Does weed help […]

How to Roll a Blunt or Joint Perfectly

We all remember that one person, don’t we? The person with impossibly nimble fingers. How they’d shake weed into paper, whisper the magic words, and presto-chango! The perfect roll! Our sad little pinners and exploding loose boys couldn’t begin to compare. Well, it’s time to nudge Mr. Wowser McMagicfingers aside. We’re going to teach you […]

Weed Wisdom: The Difference Between Indica, Sativa, & Hybrid

Whether you’re new to the wonderful world of weed, an old hand back on the scene, or anywhere in-between, treating yourself to cannabis these days is easy-peasy! As more and more states embrace medical and recreational use, your options are improving by the day. And as they improve, you have choices to make. The most […]

Unlock Your Imagination with the Best Weed for Creativity

Weed has a reputation for being a gaping, sofa-shaped hole that sucks in motivation and spits zombification back out. An energy sink that leaves you glued to the TV with your hand in the snack bowl. While that sort of body-slam high can be entertaining, it’s an often-inaccurate assessment painting all strains with the same […]

Is Marijuana a Stimulant or a Depressant?

Is weed a stimulant? Is weed a depressant? There’s a lot of talk about how cannabis is classified. Opinions vary depending on who you ask and their personal experience. However, it’s an important question if you’re looking for specific mind and body effects. Let’s dive in and see what we can find out! What Are […]

Growing Pains: Does Weed Stunt Your Growth?

Description: Is it true – does weed stunt your growth? See what the studies have shown regarding the link between early marijuana use and growth. “Don’t smoke, you’ll stunt your growth!” We’ve all heard that age-old apocryphal warning, delivered at the end of a crooked finger and repeated so many times it must be true. […]

Pipe Dreams: How to Use a Weed Pipe

If you’re like most folks, your first experience with smoking marijuana involved papers, a roach clip, and picking weed off your lips. For some, joints are still the preferred method of indulging. But many of us venture beyond rolling and into the wonderful world of smoking weed out of a pipe. Pipes come in a […]

Buying Weed for the First Time: A Quick Dispensary Guide

Let’s get it out in the open: Legally buying weed for the first time feels weird at first. We never thought the day would come when the reefer madness crowd would finally give way to the manifold voices of reason. Had anyone even suggested legalizing weed, we’d have thought they were high! But times change […]

Expungement in Arizona

Arizona’s overwhelming approval of Prop 207 in AZ in November 2020 opened the doors to new economic opportunities for businesses in the Grand Canyon state. But Prop 207 doesn’t just affect businesses. It legally provides cannabis users an opportunity to use cannabis flower and related products, including vapes, concentrates, tinctures, and edibles. More importantly, people convicted […]

Adults, Youth, Cannabis & Brain Structure

There’s some reefer madness going on when it comes to misinformation about the effects of weed on teens. For decades many concerned adults have wondered: Is smoking weed at a young age harmful? Do THC effects on the brain cause addiction? At The Flower Shop, we believe in providing accurate information about cannabis and our […]

Smoking Safely in AZ Heat

Is summer in Arizona the best time to smoke weed? Yes! Well, it’s honestly great all year round. But did you know that baking under the summer sun can keep you from totally baking under the summer sun? See how smoking in summer can help you chill out in more ways than one, plus tips for smoking […]

Discover CBD and All of Its Benefits

Hemp didn’t always get a bad rap. Herbalists have long used it to promote wellness. Farmers once grew it as a source of fiber to make rope and cloth. However, in the 20th century, politics got in the way. Governments cracked down on everything cannabis-related, and we lacked the science to back up just how […]

Rolling Steps: Mastering the Perfect Joint

The joint is perhaps the most classic form of marijuana consumption amongst consumers, not to mention a celebrated communal pastime for cannabis enthusiasts all over the world. While there are celebrated joint rolling masters that walk amongst us mere mortals, most of us range from average joint rolling skills to clueless on the joint rolling […]

Amazing Weed Strains for the Summer

Some of the most popular pot strains you’ll find at The Flower Shop this summer are currently coming into season, while other good weed strains won’t be on shelves again until the cooler months roll back around. With Arizona heat in play, many people will gravitate naturally towards the amazing weed strains coming into rotation. […]

Economic Benefits of Marijuana Legalization

Arizona has embraced marijuana legalization, more commonly referred to today as cannabis. Legalization of marijuana has positive effects on the economy and our communities, and the economic benefits of marijuana legalization are considerable for our state. Since 2010, Arizona cannabis businesses have created thousands of new jobs and generated millions in tax revenue. The positives […]

Is Dad a Cannabis Enthusiast? We’ve Got the Goods.

Everyone knows a dad who likes to indulge from time to time. Maybe it’s your dad, your friend’s dad, your dad’s dad, or your baby daddy. Whatever the case may be, a cannabis enthusiast is a cannabis enthusiast and should be recognized (and rewarded) appropriately on his special day. That’s why we’re coming in blazing hot with some of […]

High on Pot: How Long Will It Last?

How long does it take to kick in? How does a person high on weed feel? All great questions with unfortunately no one-size-fits-all answer. But, courtesy of Healthline, we do have some general bits of essential information that can help guide you through the journey. Cannabis contains over 113 chemical compounds called cannabinoids, one of those being tetrahydrocannabinol, […]

CBD & THC Tincture Benefits, Uses & Need-to-Know’s About Tincture Drops

Cannabis is incredibly versatile. It can take on a range of forms and offers a wide variety of benefits. One form that carries several purposes and perks is tinctures, a convenient, user-friendly, smoke-free, fuss-free, cannabis-infused product. But what are the primary tincture uses? What are the benefits of tincture drops? Are they suitable for you? […]

Know The Differences Between Medical and Recreational Marijuana

The short (and obvious) answer is what the product is used for — one is used for medicinal purposes, and one is used more leisurely. But beyond that, as legalization stretches across the country and general marijuana use becomes more and more common, it’s important to understand the chief differences between medical and recreational weed […]

The Future of Medical Marijuana in a Legal Marijuana Market

As of this writing, 36 states have legalized medical marijuana businesses, and 15 states have also approved sales for adult recreational use. So what does the future of medical marijuana look like, especially where cannabis is also legal for recreational use? Will medical marijuana be phased out? In a fully legal marijuana market like Arizona, […]

What You Need to Know About Delta-8 THC

By now, you’ve likely heard the buzz about Delta-8 THC. While Delta-8 would be a cool name for a strain, it’s actually a chemical compound found in both hemp and cannabis plants. Delta-8 THC is a newly identified cannabinoid, just like CBD. Its more potent cousin, Delta-9 THC (commonly referred to as THC), is the […]

The Hazy History of 420, Cannabis Culture, and Marijuana Events

For cannabis connoisseurs of all kinds, April 20th has become the international day of marijuana appreciation — a chance to celebrate the plant that continues to change the world. Come springtime, you can find countless things to do on 420. There are typically festivals, fairs, expos and various meet and greets, among other types of […]

Cooking With Pot: The Best Way to Eat Marijuana

Just like relationships, cooking with pot requires the right chemistry and attraction. Before preheating the oven or stove pot to bake with marijuana, learning how to cook cannabis is the first kitchen skill to master. Eating raw or uncooked weed is not going to produce much of a high (more likely a stomach ache or […]

FAQ: Marijuana Employment Laws & Marijuana in the Workplace

Now that voters have passed Prop 207 and recreational marijuana is legal in Arizona, it has led to a bit of confusion when it comes to marijuana employment laws and implications, including drug use policies, drug testing, medical marijuana cardholders, and general employee education. Below, we provided some common questions and answers in the hopes of clearing […]

The 420 Story: How April 20 Became a Weed Holiday

The origin and meaning behind 420 has been debated over a doob for decades. So how did 420 come about? Is it simple slang or is it something far deeper or even insidious? If you guessed slang, you’d be right. While there are lots of different stories ranging from police and penal codes for marijauna […]

Women Get Things Done

The cannabis industry is headed for booming growth which means plenty of opportunities for new women-run weed ventures just like The Flower Shop Dispensary, AZ. Arizona has a number of its own rising stars, from growers to dispensaries to cannabis-related support services. However, like many other industries, breaking into cannabis presents its own set of […]

Hybrid vs. Indica vs. Sativa: The Different Kinds of Marijuana Strains

The cannabis industry is thriving. This is in part because just recently, recreational marijuana use became legal in five more states, but also because it’s become so well-known as a versatile form of medication. Different kinds of marijuana strains provide different kinds of benefits both psychologically and physiologically; depression, anxiety, arthritis, epilepsy, inflammation, chronic pain, diabetes prevention and regulation. […]

The Impact on Dispensaries with the Coronavirus Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has affected the global economy more than any other event in the past decade. Unemployment exploded, businesses collapsed, and stay-at-home orders pressured millions of households to change their lifestyles drastically. So what did the coronavirus impact the dispensaries industry overall? Well, in some ways, it’s been advantageous, but in others, it’s presented […]

Good Weed vs. Bad Weed: How to Sniff Out the Difference.

Sure, everyone loves a good bargain. But at what price? Just because some weed comes cheap doesn’t mean it’s good. As cannabis legalization expands and weed becomes more readily accessible across the states, and is recognized more and more for its health benefits, demand is significantly increasing. Many are considering purchasing cannabis for the very […]

Women in Cannabis

The cannabis industry is one of the hottest and most promising markets for entrepreneurs of all types, especially women. In particular, one rising star comes to mind from Arizona’s female-lead dispensary, The Flower Shop. Maybe you’ve heard of it? Greta Brandt currently serves as President for The Flower Shop of AZ as well as for […]

Let’s Get Blunt: Pot & Sex

How does weed affect you sexually? Is it true that cannabis provides you with the can-do spirit you need to perform your best in bed? Is it possible that pot and sex go hand in hand? Is sex better high? Because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level, it’s challenging to conduct research in a […]

Impact of the Cannabis Industry on the Future

Flower fans, there is no doubt that marijuana in America is reaching new heights of acceptance. As the legal marijuana industry grows and evolves, many are wondering when will weed be legal everywhere? It’s been a long journey towards legalization, and we still have a long way to go, but we’re well on our way! […]

What’s the Difference Between Hemp, CBD & Marijuana?

Does hemp have CBD in it? Yes. Is CBD hemp? Well, yes and no. While hemp and CBD are often talked about in conjunction, they are not the same thing. One factor that often confuses people about CBD vs. hemp is whether the CBD within products comes from hemp or marijuana. In short, it all […]

Cannabis Glossary – What Does It Mean?

If you and your buds are ever sitting around, enjoying a toke in true That 70’s Show fashion, and someone mentions the words “indica” or “sativa,” and you find yourself scratching your head and giggling, “What is this gibberish?” Well, you’re not alone! The cannabis dictionary is massive and can be a bit confusing for anyone new […]

FDA-Approved CBD: Everything You Need to Know!

Cannabidiol or CBD is one of over a hundred cannabinoids. But is CBD FDA approved? The short answer is yes and no. In other words, it’s complicated. The Farm Bill of 2014 made products derived from industrial hemp, including CBD, legal to sell and use. The problem? Growing it. The 2018 Farm Bill finally removed […]

Things to Keep in Mind When Trying Weed for the First Time

Big congrats on making the decision to take that leap toward trying marijuana. We welcome you to the family! First things first, some helpful advice to ensure you’re as ready as possible for the entire process from purchasing, prepping, and storing to what to expect when trying weed for the first time. How Much Weed […]

Eating Vs. Smoking Weed: Choose Your Own Adventure

Some people prefer a spliff between their fingers while others wouldn’t be caught dead attempting to roll one up. Those folks would likely opt for an alternate, tastier mode of consumption like edibles. So, what’s the difference between edibles and smoking? What types of edibles are out there? Well, we have some answers, and if […]

High? Now What? Things to do When You are High

It’s always a treat to kick back and enjoy your favorite strain but sometimes, for the avid smoker, it’s easy to find yourself repeating the same routine: surfing TV channels, scrolling through social media, watching and re-watching movies, etc. However, weed is great for de-stressing, self-analyzing, and unlocking creativity, so while it’s fun to just […]

Eating Edibles for the First Time, A Guide to an Edible Experience

With the legal recreational adult-use of cannabis debuting in Arizona sometime in 2021, many curious newbies will be likely to try cannabis products for a variety of reasons. Since smoking or vaping cannabis will not be the first choice for many health-conscious individuals, dispensaries expect many will be drawn towards the edibles experience, which is […]

Prop 207: What Arizona’s New-to-Cannabis Customers Need to Know

It’s official, flower children! Arizona voters overwhelmingly passed Prop 207 to legalize recreational marijuana for adult use. The passage of Prop 207 in Arizona will permit adults who are at least 21 years of age to sell, possess, and consume up to an ounce of marijuana for recreational purposes. (Not all at once, please – […]

Keeping It Fresh: Long-Term Pot Storage & Preservation

Although marijuana aging is inevitable, with proper preservation, you can significantly slow down the rate at which it dries out and loses potency. First, it’s important to understand what can harm your buds in the first place, how to detect old or aging weed, then discover tips for long-term pot storage and ways to maintain […]

What are Cannabis Terpenes and Their Effects on the Body

At first glance, terpenoids sound like something from high school chemistry class that you learned, then promptly forgot after the test. Relax, you already know what terpenoids – or terpenes – are because you ingest them in some form every day. Terpenes are the fragrant oils that give herbs, fruits, and plants their unique smell. […]

Best Buds: Smoking Weed & Working Out

When many people picture cannabis enthusiasts, there’s a stereotypical image of someone sunken into the sofa, surrounded by snacks. Weed is commonly known to increase appetite and enhance relaxation. This is often perceived as unhealthy binge eating, lethargy, and lack of motivation but further research conducted over time has revealed quite the opposite for frequent […]

What Makes Weed Good? Beginner Guide to Buying Quality Cannabis

Understanding how to tell good weed from bad weed and the differences between the two is not always easy, especially without sampling. Just like food, cannabis flowers offer distinctive and tantalizing varieties of aromas and appearances. But sometimes, even the most delectable looking dishes can disappoint the palate. Here’s a handy beginner’s weed buying guide […]