AlphaType is a cannabis genetics company that develops F1 hybrid cultivars using a biobank-based, data-driven breeding program rather than traditional selection alone.

Where is AlphaType based?

AlphaType lists operations in Seattle, Washington (USA), Basel (Switzerland) and Bogotá, Colombia.

How does AlphaType develop its genetics?

AlphaType maintains a biobank called Alexandria, with data from over 1,500 coded, open-source cultivars, and applies statistical clustering and cultivar-variance analysis to identify superior candidates for its F1 hybrids.

Are the strains on this page AlphaType's current lineup?

Not necessarily. AlphaType changes its own menu of genetics every year, so some strains QCS carries here may no longer be part of AlphaType's current catalog, even though the seeds remain available from QCS while supplies last.

Does AlphaType publish lab testing or COAs for its genetics?

AlphaType tests every production batch for germination and intersex (hermie) rate and reports the results to QCS batch by batch; QCS publishes them on its seed testing page, and every batch published there passed at 98% or 100% germination, with each strain’s own batch results listed. Cannabinoid and terpene certificates of analysis for these batches are in progress and not yet published, so QCS does not present potency numbers as AlphaType-certified lab results.

Where can I see THC/CBD, flowering time and yield for a strain?

Each product listed on this page shows its own typical genetics, cannabinoid range, flowering time and yield, as reported by QCS based on grow data for that specific strain.

Is AlphaType affiliated with Quebec Cannabis Seeds?

No. QCS is an independent, Quebec-based seed bank. AlphaType is one of the outside genetics sources QCS carries seeds from; it is not owned by or formally affiliated with QCS.

Does QCS choose which genetics AlphaType breeds for this collection?

Yes, for some of the strains here. QCS selects the parent genetics and the traits it wants, and AlphaType carries out the breeding to those specifications, rather than QCS simply reselling whatever is on AlphaType's general public menu.

Where to Buy Cannabis Seeds in Maine USA

Cannabis seeds in Maine: laws, climate and ordering

Maine at a glance – checked October 26, 2026

Adult-use cannabis: Yes (2016)
Home growing: Yes – 6 mature + 12 immature per adult; plants must be tagged
Ordering from Quebec Cannabis Seeds: we ship to Maine by UPS Express with tracking ($25, free on orders over $200). Pay by credit card or cryptocurrency (20% off).

Laws change, so check the current law in Maine before you germinate seeds. This is general information, not legal advice. Compare all 50 states in our US guide.

This page covers growing cannabis from seed in Maine, where adults have been allowed to grow at home since the 2016 vote and the season is short, cool and foggy along the coast. It sums up the state's home-grow rules and what the climate means for choosing seeds.

Is it legal to grow cannabis in Maine?

As of October 2026, adult-use cannabis is legal in Maine under a law approved by voters in 2016. Each adult may grow up to 6 mature plants, 12 immature plants and an unlimited number of seedlings. Plants must not be visible from a public way, must be kept out of reach of anyone under 21, and each plant must be tagged with the grower's name and an ID number. Towns may not ban home cultivation, and a 2026 effort to repeal adult-use legalization failed to qualify for the ballot. Maine also has a medical cannabis program that allows patients to grow.

Source: Maine Revised Statutes, Title 28-B §1502

Buying cannabis seeds online in Maine: the federal rules

Under the federal law in force today (the 2018 Farm Bill), cannabis seeds with no more than 0.3% delta-9 THC have been treated as hemp, as the DEA said in informal letters in 2022. A new federal hemp definition takes effect on December 11, 2026, unless Congress delays it again, and it excludes viable seeds from plants above 0.3% total THC. Regulators have not yet said how they will apply it to seeds. Once a seed germinates, state law decides whether you may grow it. Read the federal section of our US guide.

Growing season and climate in Maine

Maine has one of the shortest outdoor seasons in the eastern United States, especially in the northern woods and Aroostook County, where frost can return in early to mid-September. The southern coast is milder thanks to the ocean, but fog and damp late-summer nights raise the risk of mold on dense buds. Most outdoor growers transplant after the last spring frost in late May or early June and aim to harvest by the end of September. A greenhouse or hoop cover helps stretch the season by a couple of weeks.

Maine's climate is close to Quebec's, so early finishers ready from mid-September, plus a compact autoflower, give the best chance of a harvest before the first hard frost.

Quebec Early Bud – bred by QCS, balanced hybrid, about 20% THC, ready mid-September outdoors
Early Hash Skunk – balanced hybrid, about 21% THC, ready in September outdoors
Super Critical – bred by QCS, 60% indica, ready late September to early October outdoors
Northern Lights Autoflower – bred by QCS, autoflower, 90% indica, compact, 50–60 days

Harvest dates and THC figures are ranges from our strain pages, not promises: results depend on the grower, the method and the season’s weather.

Ordering cannabis seeds to Maine from Quebec

Shipping: regular shipping $10 (no tracking number) or UPS Express $25 (with a tracking number), free on orders over $200.
Delivery time: usually 5 to 10 business days with regular shipping and 1 to 2 business days with UPS Express, after the order ships. Orders ship the same day or within 24 hours of payment, Monday to Friday.
Packaging: plain, unbranded stealth packaging with no mention of the contents. Use a street address, not a PO box.
Payment: Visa or Mastercard, or cryptocurrency with 20% off. Prices can be shown in US dollars at par with Canadian prices.
Guarantees: delivery is guaranteed, and if fewer than 80% of your seeds germinate we send replacements.
Who can order: adults 18 and over who meet the legal age where they live. Order directly on the website.

Frequently asked questions about cannabis seeds in Maine

Is it legal to grow cannabis at home in Maine?

Do you ship cannabis seeds to Maine?

Yes. Quebec Cannabis Seeds ships to Maine from Quebec, Canada. Regular shipping costs $10 (usually 5 to 10 business days, no tracking number) and UPS Express costs $25 (usually 1 to 2 business days, with a tracking number). Shipping is free on orders over $200.

How long does delivery to Maine take?

Regular shipping to the United States usually takes 5 to 10 business days and UPS Express usually takes 1 to 2 business days, after the order ships. Only UPS Express includes a tracking number. Orders usually ship the same day or within 24 hours of payment, Monday to Friday.

How do I pay from Maine?

US customers pay by Visa or Mastercard, or by cryptocurrency for 20% off. Prices can be shown in US dollars at par with Canadian prices, with no conversion.

Nearby states: New Hampshire · Vermont · Massachusetts. See all 50 states, US shipping and payment in our guide to buying cannabis seeds in the USA, or shop all seeds.

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