How to Store Your Cannabis to Make It Last Longer — even the best cannabis can lose its flavor, aroma, and potency if it isn’t stored the right way. Proper storage is the secret to keeping your buds in perfect condition, whether you’re saving them for a few days or a few months.
🌿 Keep It Cool and Dark
Heat and sunlight are the biggest enemies of cannabis. Direct light breaks down cannabinoids and terpenes, which means less flavor and weaker effects. Always store your buds in a cool, dark place — think of a cupboard or drawer, not a windowsill. Ideal temperature: around 60–70°F (15–21°C).
🌬️ Control Humidity
Too much moisture can cause mold, and too little makes your flower dry and harsh. The sweet spot for cannabis humidity is between 55% and 62%. If you want to keep your stash in perfect condition, use humidity control packs — they’re cheap, easy, and effective.
🫙 Choose the Right Container
Plastic bags and cheap containers can ruin good weed. Always use airtight glass jars instead. Mason jars or stash jars with rubber seals work best because they prevent air exposure, helping your flower stay potent and aromatic. Avoid metal tins unless they’re lined for cannabis storage.
💨 Avoid Frequent Opening
Every time you open your container, you let in air and moisture that slowly degrade your bud. Try not to open your jar unless you’re actually taking some out to use. Less exposure means longer freshness.
🚫 Don’t Store in the Fridge or Freezer
It might sound like a good idea, but cold temperatures can damage delicate trichomes and cause your buds to lose their stickiness and flavor. Instead, stick with a cool, room-temperature environment.
🌸 Bonus Tip: Keep Strains Separate
If you enjoy different strains, store them individually. Each strain has unique aromas and terpenes that can mix if kept together. Separate jars keep your flavors pure and distinct.
🔗 Learn More
Want to pair your freshly stored bud with the perfect strain? Check out our Buyer’s Guide: How to Find the Right Cannabis Strain for You
