Best Cannabis for Productivity: 3 Daytime Strains to Boost Focus and Energy

Although there are a lot of dated jokes about cannabis lovers being lazy and dedicatedly unproductive, the reality is so different. Cannabis is a plant with a massive spectrum of effects.

From one strain to the next, you'll feel sleepy, hungry, energized, happy, focused, or any number of other experiences. These varied effects come from each strain's unique chemical makeup, including cannabinoid content and terpene profile.

What can you expect when you partake in an energizing strain? While effects vary, some strains of cannabis can provide:

The right strain choice can supercharge your energy and focus. But you might be surprised to hear it's not necessarily whether a strain is Sativa or Indica or even the THC levels that produce these benefits.

Reading down a list of possibly productive terpenes can be useful, but what would really help is a list of cannabis strains known as energizers. Right?

And chances are, the strains that encourage productivity will contain one or more of the promising terpenes listed above in their terpene profile. So, on your personal journey to finding out what strains work best for your productive days, here are a few of our favorites to try:

Jack Herer is one of the legendary sativa-dominant strains, first popularized in the 1990s. It's named after the iconic cannabis activist and author of The Emperor Wears No Clothes and was originally bred by Sensi Seeds in the Netherlands.

Its exact lineage is lost to the mists of time, but it is believed to come from a cross of Northern Lights #5, Shiva Skunk, and Haze. Jack Herer is renowned for its uplifting, energetic, and creative effects. Most people find that this strain provides a uniquely clear-headed experience. This may not be so surprising, considering its terpene profile is rich in terpinolene, beta-caryophyllene, and pinene.

Find your next serving of Jack Herer here.

Another favorite for boosting productivity is Sour Diesel, also known as Sour D. According to its origin story, this strain was just an accident when a Chemdawg 91 female was pollinated by Super Skunk. Since then, Sour Diesel quickly gained notoriety for its pungent, gassy aroma. For many, it's instantly recognizable.

Sour Diesel is said to create fast-acting, cerebral, and energizing effects, likely from its unique combination of terpenes, including spicy beta-caryophyllene, funky myrcene, and zesty limonene. 

Find your next serving of Sour Diesel here.

Finally, we can't talk about the best cannabis strains for productivity without mentioning Super Silver Haze. This is yet another sativa-dominant strain known for uplifting, energizing effects.

With a lineage remarkably similar to others on this list, including Skunk and Northern Lights #5, its energizing effects are predictable. Super Silver Haze is one of our favorites for creativity, focus, and mental clarity—an experience that may be attributed to the perfect blend of beta-caryophyllene, myrcene, and limonene. 

Find your next serving of Super Silver Haze here.

With anything cannabis-related, there aren't any hard and fast rules about how to best use this euphoric plant to feel the most productive. We are all so different that each strain, product, and serving size will impact us all in slightly different ways. 

Don't fall down the rabbit hole. Sometimes, too much THC will have the exact opposite effects than you are looking for.

For example, the most productive serving size for your partner may actually make you feel relaxed or sleepy. It's normal to need less than someone else, which means we always recommend starting with the lowest recommended serving to see how it feels. 

Only once the full effects have come on should you go back for seconds—and obviously only if you need them. In fact, microdosing THC (purposely consuming only a small amount) in and of itself is said to produce a sometimes energizing effect.

Remember how we are all different? It's good to remember this in your quest to boost productivity. Don't be afraid to try new strains and new formats to see which options help you get the most work done. 

Not everyone will feel like cleaning their house with a sativa-dominant hybrid like Super Silver Haze. Try Sour Diesel or Jack Herer, or switch it up entirely with something like ORCA Energy, which has a synergistic blend that goes beyond THC for fast-acting energy. 

It may also help to try inhalation versus edibles, or vise versa. The format by which you consume plays a huge role in the effects you experience.

Cannabis can be an incredible tool for focus, creativity, and motivation, but it does depend on the strain, serving size, and even format. You might thrive on a classic sativa-dominant strain or prefer a fast-acting edible or even an infused drink to feel that big burst of energy.

Start with Jack Herer, lean into Super Silver Haze, and try a bit of Sour Diesel. The more you experiment, the better you'll understand how each strain's terpene profile affects your productivity.

So, never stop exploring, and until next time, Mind Your Mind.