Bulk Seed Bank’s New’s Haze is a direct tribute to one of the most influential figures in the history of breeding: Neville Schoenmakers. This strain is not just a commercial hybrid, but a faithful reproduction of the famous Neville’s Haze, winner of the 1998 Cannabis Cup.
It’s a strain dedicated almost exclusively to connoisseurs and growers who aren’t afraid to manage complex plants. With a 90% Sativa dominance, New’s Haze requires extraordinary patience and meticulous space management, but it repays the wait with a cerebral high and a flavor profile that modern “fast” strains can’t match.
Choosing New’s Haze means accepting a growing challenge and celebrating a piece of old-school Dutch history.
New’s Haze in brief
If you’re looking for the ultimate Sativa experience, New’s Haze is the place to go. It’s a 90% Sativa / 10% Indica hybrid with THC levels between 20% and 25%.
Characterized by an extremely long flowering period (12-14 weeks), it produces slender, resin-rich buds with a scent of incense and citrus. The effect is purely energetic and creative, typical of “pure” Hazes from the 1990s, making it one of the most potent and mentally rejuvenating strains.
New’s Haze Technical Characteristics
- Breeder: Bulk Seed Bank
- Type: Feminized Seeds
- Genetics: Pure Haze x Hawaiian Sativa
- Genotype: 90% Sativa / 10% Indica
- THC: 20–25%
- Indoor Flowering: 12–14 weeks
- Outdoor Harvest: Mid-November
- Indoor Yield: Up to 750 g/m²
- Outdoor Yield: Up to 850 g/plant
- Height: Very tall (noticeable stretch)
- Effect: Euphoric, creative, stimulating
- Taste: Sour citrus, exotic wood, spicy herbs
Genetic Analysis: Neville’s Legacy
New’s Haze is a cross between Pure Haze and Hawaiian Sativa. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that, despite being a hybrid, it retains almost intact the characteristics of equatorial Sativas.
The introduction of a small percentage of Indica genetics (10%) was necessary only to make the plant minimally manageable indoors and to stabilize flowering times, which, in the original Hazes, could exceed 16-18 weeks. The result is a plant that maintains “turreted” calyxes and resin production that extends beyond the flowers to the surrounding leaves.
Morphology and Space Management
This strain is known for its explosive growth. It is not uncommon for a New’s Haze to double or triple in size during the first weeks of flowering.
From historical analyses of Neville’s Haze strains: “Neville’s Haze is famous for its extreme stretch; it is recommended to induce flowering almost immediately after seedlings are established if vertical space is a concern, as the plant will continue to grow vigorously for weeks after the flip to 12/12.”
This observation confirms that New’s Haze is not suitable for small grow tents unless aggressive containment techniques such as LST (Low Stress Training) or SCROG (Screen of Green) are used.
Indoor Cultivation: A Test of Patience
Indoors, New’s Haze requires a grower skilled in reading the plant’s signals. 12-14 weeks of flowering is a long period, during which environmental parameters must remain impeccable.
Nutrition and Light
Unlike Indicas, this Sativa prefers moderate nutrient regimens; excess nitrogen can easily stunt flowering or cause excessive internodal stretching. It also requires intense, penetrating light to allow the lower flowers to develop properly, as the plant tends to develop a very tall and branchy canopy.
Outdoor Cultivation: For Warm Climates Only
Outdoors, New’s Haze grows into a veritable tree. However, harvesting in mid-November makes it successful only in areas with very mild and dry autumns (such as southern Italy or the Mediterranean coastal regions).
In these conditions, the plant can yield over 850g, but requires protection from prolonged rains, which could cause mold due to prolonged exposure. Its structural robustness allows it to withstand wind well, but its height can make it difficult to camouflage.
Terpene Profile: Incense, Wood, and Citrus
New’s Haze’s aromatic profile is what Sativa lovers call “the true Haze smell.”
- Aroma: Pungent notes of incense and exotic wood (cedar/sandalwood) dominate the aroma.
- Flavor: Complex on the palate; the acidity of the citrus blends with an undertone of spicy herbs and pepper, leaving a clean and fresh sensation.
It doesn’t have the caramelized sweetness of modern strains, but rather an earthy and sour aromatic depth that lingers long after consumption.
Effects: Creativity and a Cerebral High
With a THC content of up to 25%, the effect is almost instantaneous and entirely mental.
- High: it evokes a regenerating euphoria that erases mental fatigue and apathy.
- Creativity: It is a favorite strain among artists and musicians for its ability to induce a state of creative focus without the physical heaviness typical of indica-dominant hybrids.
Therapeutically, it is successfully used against depression and stress, as it acts as a powerful mood enhancer.
What the Annibale Seedshop team thinks
New’s Haze is the “Holy Grail” for those seeking pure Sativa. Bulk Seed Bank has done an excellent job preserving the wild and powerful character of Neville’s original genetics. We don’t recommend it for first-time growers, but we consider it a must-have for any self-proclaimed grower. It’s a plant that demands respect, time, and space, but it yields a final product of superior organoleptic quality.
FAQ
Can I grow it in a low tent?
It’s not recommended. If you decide to do this, you’ll need to start flowering very early and use consistent training techniques to prevent the buds from touching the lamp.
Why does the flowering take so long?
It’s a genetic trait of pure Sativas, which evolved in climates where there’s no imminent winter season and can allow for slower, more complete ripening cycles.
Is it true that the effect is very anxiety-inducing?
Given its potency and Sativa character, it can be stimulating. It’s suitable for those accustomed to strong, cerebral strains; beginners should approach with caution.
How much does it smell?
A lot. The smell is spicy and pungent, very different from fruity strains, and tends to permeate tissues. A good filtration system is essential.