New Jersey’s medical cannabis scene has matured into a patient-first market, and a handful of classic strains keep showing up at the top of dispensary menus and patient reviews. We’ve rounded up the cultivars NJ patients most often reach for—and why their effects, terpene profiles, and reliability continue to earn repeat purchases.
Sour Diesel (sativa-dominant)
Born on the East Coast and still a staple across New Jersey, Sour Diesel remains a daytime go-to for patients seeking fast-acting focus with uplift. Dominant terpenes like limonene and caryophyllene contribute to bright, energetic effects that patients commonly use for fatigue, low mood, and stress. When well-cured, expect pungent fuel, citrus rind, and herb notes, with heady clarity and minimal crash.
Blue Dream (balanced sativa)
Blue Dream’s enduring popularity among NJ patients comes from dependable, middle-of-the-road relief. Many report balanced mood elevation alongside gentle body relaxation that doesn’t derail productivity. Myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene are the usual terp stars, delivering blueberry sweetness over a mild haze. It’s frequently chosen for daytime pain management, anxious tension, and creative tasks.
Girl Scout Cookies / GSC (hybrid)
For heavier relief in a compact package, GSC offers a euphoric onset followed by a deep, cozy body calm. Patients managing stubborn pain or sleeplessness appreciate its density and long tail of effects. The profile leans sweet, doughy, and earthy with caryophyllene and limonene commonly leading. Many NJ producers offer reliable GSC genetics and crosses that preserve the strain’s unmistakable cookie character.
Jack Herer (sativa)
NJ patients who want clear-headed motivation without jitter often land on Jack Herer. Crisp pine and lemon peel notes signal pinene- and terpinolene-forward jars, translating to alert, upbeat sessions suitable for social anxiety and task switching. When cultivated well, Jack keeps a buoyant ceiling and minimal fog, making it a favorite among medical users who prefer function-forward sativas.
Wedding Cake (indica-leaning hybrid)
For evening wind-down, Wedding Cake delivers enveloping body relief with a serene, content headspace. Caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool typically headline, giving vanilla frosting, pepper, and floral hints. NJ patients frequently cite its usefulness for post-activity soreness, appetite support, and mental decompression.
Runtz (balanced hybrid)
Runtz’s candy-forward flavor makes it a modern hit, but its popularity with NJ patients is anchored in versatile effects: a bright mood lift up top with steadying body calm beneath. Limonene and caryophyllene drive sweet-tart fruit aromas, while myrcene rounds out the plush finish. Many turn to Runtz for stress spikes and late-afternoon pain that still demand functionality.
Gelato (indica-leaning hybrid)
Gelato stands out for smooth euphoria and steady, medium-weight body relief. Creamy dessert notes, berries, and a peppery finish reflect caryophyllene and limonene dominance. Patients often pair Gelato with relaxation routines, using it to soften neuropathic discomfort and ease racing thoughts before sleep.