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 Marijuana Seeds in Illinois

Cannabis seeds in Illinois: laws, climate and ordering

Illinois at a glance – checked October 26, 2026

Adult-use cannabis: Yes (2020)
Home growing: Medical patients only (5 plants per home)
Ordering from Quebec Cannabis Seeds: we ship to Illinois 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 Illinois before you germinate seeds. This is general information, not legal advice. Compare all 50 states in our US guide.

This page explains Illinois's cannabis rules, under which adults can buy but only medical patients can grow, and describes the state's Midwestern climate. Adult use has been legal in Illinois since January 2020.

Is it legal to grow cannabis in Illinois?

As of October 2026, cannabis is legal for adults in Illinois, under a 2019 law, but home growing is limited to registered medical patients. Adults without a medical registration cannot grow. Patients may grow up to five plants taller than five inches per household, in a locked, enclosed space that is not publicly visible.

Buying cannabis seeds online in Illinois: 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 Illinois

For registered patients, Illinois has a typical Midwestern season: hot, humid summers and first frosts that come in early October in the north and later in the far south. The northern part of the state near Lake Michigan has a shorter season than southern Illinois, whose climate is closer to that of Kentucky and Missouri. Summer thunderstorms and humid nights in August and September are the main mold risk during flowering.

For patients, Quebec Early Bud and Super Critical finish ahead of October frost in the north, and compact Northern Lights Auto fits an enclosed indoor space.

Quebec Early Bud – bred by QCS, balanced hybrid, about 20% THC, ready mid-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 Illinois 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 Illinois

Is it legal to grow cannabis at home in Illinois?

Do you ship cannabis seeds to Illinois?

Yes. Quebec Cannabis Seeds ships to Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois?

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: Wisconsin · Indiana · Iowa · Missouri. 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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