6-12 mo flower freshness
Storage · T3 · 03 of 17

Keep flower fresh 12+ months.

The four enemies of cannabis: heat, light, oxygen, humidity extremes. Properly stored, flower stays at peak character for 6-12 months. In a plastic baggie under sunlight, it’s noticeably degraded in 2 weeks.

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Flower storage.

Airtight opaque glass jar kept in a cool, dark cabinet. Add a 62% RH humidity pack (Boveda or Integra) to maintain ideal moisture — too dry and the bud is harsh; too wet and you risk mold. Replace the pack every 4-6 months.

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Edible storage.

Gummies + chocolates: original packaging in cool dark cabinet. Avoid heat (gummies melt + clump; chocolates bloom). For long-term storage, refrigerate. NY OCM rules require child-resistant packaging — keep edibles in original containers, never in plain candy jars.

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Vape storage.

Vape carts: store upright (not horizontal) in a cool dark drawer. Heat thins the oil + can cause leakage. Sub-50°F long-term storage hardens the oil; warm to room temp before use. Never leave in a hot car.

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Tincture storage.

Dark cool place, sealed bottle. Refrigeration extends shelf life. Sealed: stable up to 2 years. Opened: ~12 months. Discard if color or smell changes significantly.

Properly stored: 6-12 months at peak character; with a 62% RH humidity pack, 12+ months. The container matters: airtight opaque glass kept in a cool dark cabinet. The four enemies: heat, light, oxygen, humidity extremes.
Quick reference

The numbers + facts.

Flower shelf life6–12 months airtight
With humidity pack12+ months
Target RH58–62%
Avoidheat · sunlight · plastic
Vape positionUpright in cool dark
Deeper context

Vape storage.

Vape carts: store upright (not horizontal) in a cool dark drawer. Heat thins the oil + can cause leakage. Sub-50°F long-term storage hardens the oil; warm to room temp before use. Never leave in a hot car.

Common questions

Common questions.

Can I freeze cannabis flower?
Not recommended. Freezing makes trichomes brittle + risks moisture damage on thaw. For long-term storage, glass jar + 62% RH pack + dark cool cabinet works better.
Does CBD or THC degrade over time?
Yes. Both cannabinoids slowly oxidize. THC degrades to CBN (more sedating). After 12+ months even properly-stored flower loses some potency + flavor.
What's the best humidity pack?
Boveda or Integra 62% RH packs. Drop one in your jar; replace every 4-6 months when it goes stiff or crystallized.