Learn More about Craft Hemp
Craft hemp is a growing movement within the hemp industry, much like the craft beer revolution, with an emphasis on small-batch production, sustainable farming, and premium quality. Grown with care by independent farmers, craft hemp offers a more authentic and effective experience than mass-produced alternatives.
Hemp vs Cannabis
Hemp and cannabis are the same plant, but the law separates them by THC content. Hemp has very low THC, so it won’t get you high. Hemp is used for CBD products, textiles, food, and wellness items. Cannabis (often called marijuana) has higher THC, which creates psychoactive effects and is sold in licensed dispensaries for medical or recreational use in states where it’s legal.
High CBD, Low THC
Organically grown in small batches across the U.S., craft hemp is a variety of low-THC cannabis that’s rich in cannabidiol (CBD). These plants produce dense, resinous, and aromatic flowers loaded with beneficial cannabinoids and terpenes. When bred with strong genetics, craft hemp can deliver 10–15% CBD.
More Than Just Flower
Craft hemp is the foundation for a wide range of high-quality, full-spectrum CBD products including smokable flower, tinctures, gummies, drinks, and topical rubs.
Sustainable & Thoughtful Cultivation
Craft hemp growers are deeply committed to sustainable practices. Many grow in living soil, use organic amendments, and minimize water and energy use.
Support Independent Growers
When you choose products from the growers featured on Craft Gardens, you're supporting small-scale farmers who grow their own hemp and stand behind every batch.
Why Craft Hemp
Less Anxiety, More Balance
Due to its low THC content, craft hemp significantly reduces the risk of anxiety commonly associated with THC. This makes for a gentler option, especially for those sensitive to psychoactive effects of THC.
Relaxation Without Intoxication
Craft hemp is rich in CBD, which promotes a sense of calm and relaxation—ideal for stress relief, winding down, or managing everyday tension—without clouding your mind.
Stay Clear-Headed
Whether you're working, creating, or socializing, craft hemp lets you stay grounded and alert while enjoying the soothing effects of cannabinoids. It's ideal for daytime use or anyone looking to stay sharp and functional.
The Ritual You Know & Love
If you've ever smoke cannabis, you’ll recognize the full sensory ritual of breaking apart a sticky nug, taking in the strong aroma, rolling a joint, or packing a bowl. Craft hemp gives you the same feel and flavor, just without the high.
Skunky, Pungent, and Aromatic
Don’t let the low THC count fool you - top-shelf craft hemp smells just as dank and terpene-rich as its high-THC counterpart. From citrusy sativas to gassy indicas, there’s a profile for every palate.
Therapeutic Benefits
Packed with CBD and other beneficial cannabinoids, craft hemp can help ease pain, inflammation, sleep issues, naturally.
Craft Hemp Types
Cannabis plants are commonly classified into chemotypes—short for "chemical types"—based on the ratio of their two primary cannabinoids: THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol). These ratios influence both the effects and legal classification of the plant.
Type 1: High THC
Known for their strong psychoactive effects and are most commonly used for recreational purposes.
- THC: 15–30%
- Low CBD
- May cause anxiety
Type 3: High CBD, Low THC
Commonly referred to as "hemp" under U.S. law. They provide relaxation, inflammation relief, and reduced anxiety without the intoxicating effects.
- CBD: 10–20%
- Low THC: <1%
- Clear-headed, calming, non-intoxicating
Type 2: Balanced THC & CBD
Type 2 deliver both the psychoactive effects of THC alongside the therapeutic benefits of CBD.
- THC: 5-10%
- CBD: 5-10%
- May cause anxiety
Type 4: High CBG
Contains high levels of CBG with very little THC or CBD.
- Low THC & CBD
- Non-intoxicating, potentially therapeutic