The original Carmen has its fair share of fame in the medical cannabis community. With 8.5% THC and up to 12.5% CBD, it is quite capable of easing mental and physical issues. For most people, its calming properties is more than enough reason to keep a stash of this strain. Even better, its mandarin flavor tastes better than the artificial flavors of pharmaceutical drugs.In reworking Carmen to further raise the CBD level, a perfect strain found was Nightingale. Using this high-CBD Indica-leaning strain boosted the new hybrid to have a 1:2 THC to CBD ratio.Dubbed Carmen 2.0, tests show its CBD level to range from 13-20%. Even more impressive is that its THC level is between 1-9%. For the consuming public, this new high-CBD hybrid has immense therapeutic benefits without causing the high. At most, its psychoactive effects are barely noticeable.The highly medicinal Carmen 2.0 is also a delight in the home garden. Be it indoors or outdoors, it thrives and produces a generous yield - good enough to last a long time. For patients needing relief, cultivating is not merely a matter of saving on costs but also ensuring that there is adequate stash. It is an insurance against the local dispensaries running out of stock at a time when it is most needed. Moreover, it is being aware of the ingredients that go into the feeds, thereby eliminating chemical contamination.Homegrown Cannabis Co. - one of the best sources of high-CBD strains - makes it convenient to obtain Carmen 2.0 feminized seeds. More than shipping worldwide, as most others do, these seeds set itself apart by being products of a meticulous selection and testing processes to ensure high germination rate and unparalleled reliability.Growing Carmen 2.0 from Feminized SeedsCarmen 2.0 is a versatile plant that flourishes in any environment. For most people, planting it inside the house is not merely a matter of necessity, but the degree of control over environmental conditions allows for a balance between high quality and yield.It is a small-to-medium size plant that is perfect for the Sea of Green setup. Such training technique offers several key benefits:• Shorten vegetative time by starting with clones.• Duplicate the desired traits and characteristics of the chosen source.• Perpetual harvest resulting in immense savings by eliminating the need to buy more seeds.Choosing which growing medium to use is a matter of preference. Hydroponics works well and aids in vigorous growth when paired with a powerful HID lamp. On the other hand, some people specifically prefer organic soil as it is more conducive to higher production of terpenes. These compounds not only have distinct therapeutic benefits, but it also enhances the effects of other cannabinoids, including CBD.After 7 to 9 weeks, Carmen 2.0 can produce 300-350 grams of buds per square meter. As for cultivating outdoors, this plant prefers to be in a sunny environment. The harvest time usually falls in the first week of October with a yield of 350 grams per plant.Fragrance and FlavorCarmen 2.0 exudes a fruity, citrusy blend of orange and berry with a sweet note. EffectsHaving low levels of THC, Carmen 2.0 does not do much for the experienced recreational enthusiast. Even beginners may not feel its psychoactive effects. As it ranges from 1-9% THC, the most is a subtle onset of an uplifting cerebral buzz.As the CBD compound works its way into the system, it further adds to the calming effects.Unlike high THC strains, it is not as likely to induce severe adverse effects. Even at a higher than usual dosage, it is almost impossible to succumb to severe reactions such as paranoia or anxiety. However, some people possibly could experience cottonmouth and dry eyes.MedicalCarmen 2.0 works wonders when the CBD binds with endocannabinoid receptors to trigger the release of hormones like dopamine and serotonin, which have a “feel good” effect. It melts away worries, sharpens focus, and enhances the mood without skewing the senses. This is also precisely why it also works in managing ADD/ADHD.This strain may also be used as an anti-depressant and antipsychotic. In improving disposition, it uplifts the spirit and counteracts overwhelming emotions such as dread, hopelessness, and loneliness. In place of this negativity, a sense of calm and happiness swells from within.It is an efficient and effective anti-inflammatory. It appeases the affected area by relaxing the muscles. Furthermore, analgesic effects provide a reprieve against physical aches and pains, regardless of the rate of recurrence, severity, and type. Sufferers of the long-standing symptoms of arthritis, spastic cerebral palsy, and multiple sclerosis will find an analgesic ally in the herbal alternative.With 13-20% CBD, Carmen 2.0 could help reduce epileptic seizures and convulsions.Carmen 2.0 Feminized SeedsCarmen, in itself, is a remarkable medicinal strain. Nightingale, with its impressive CBD to THC ratio, is the perfect choice as a partner in creating a new hybrid. The result is a high-CBD progeny boasting of 2:1 ratio.For beginners in consuming cannabis, its effects could come as a subtle, barely noticeable euphoric buzz. However, this strain is not meant for recreational consumption. Instead, it aims to be a source of reprieve from many debilitating conditions. More importantly, Carmen 2.0 does not produce the high that some medical patients avoid.For home cultivation, feminized seeds could be obtained from Homegrown Cannabis Co. These seeds are guaranteed to contain stable genetics that when grown under the right conditions, could produce plants capable of developing high CBD buds.