Jim “James” BOG (Bushy Old Grower) was recalled to the aliens on 12/18/2020. Please read the About section for more information.
BOG Had a quadruple bypass on his heart in the late ’80s. From then on, he was aware that he could be recalled at any time. So, to provide in his passing, he started to stash away seeds. He would let every season “cure,” saving the best of the best beans for when it was time. Each year, trading them out, keeping them fresh, and then vending the beans he saved the previous year. If in a similar position, you’d do the same, and we all know happy quality plants can produce a few beans. He did this for 25 years. It was my pleasure to work with Jim starting in 2014. I met him that year at a dab show at the Cow Palace in San Fransisco. I left that show with my first batch of BOG Gear and some great Sour Bubble hash.
I hired BOG in 2019, and he would go on to be the daily moderator of my Online forum. When looking to fill the position, there was no other choice.
As a community, we raised 60k for Pat, BOG’s wife, through various auctions and many people helping. It was a proud day in my life to have spearheaded that effort.
The beans I sell were from the above collection and are the healthiest beans I’ve ever seen from the brand. I know there is a quantity of these and have promised to keep BOG’s price the same as when he was around.
Jim Jr., who holds the collection of cuts and pollen, has also requested I make BOG’s book, Bonanza Of Green, available for free in the digital version. Click the link below. I appreciate your support.
Bonanza Of Green
The aliens come down today…..
And reclaimed one of their own. They reclaimed a legend in the cannabis community. Suppose you were ever on the old forums back in the day. Like I.C. mag, or overgrow, you most likely came across the Bushy Old Grower, Or B.O.G.
Overgrow was an online forum where people could follow you, but instead of like’s , you would get karma points. Good and bad. This was the early years of the public internet, where people were learning they could search cannabis terms and come back with limited information. Once they went around the forums, they gathered as much information as possible. That’s where bog planted himself. He was a bushy old grower and had free time, and he would spend 20+ hours a week collecting these karma points. He was the #12 sign-up and was awarded the “Grower of the year,” the only time Overgrow offered it. His strain Sour Bubble was also awarded best indica at the 2008 High Times cannabis cup. These accolades led B.O.G. to Teleport internationally. The highlight of his trip comes via the famous German Autobahn and driving Gypsy Nirvana’s Jaguar 156 M.P.H.
To say he was and will be remembered as one of the founding fathers of cannabis is an understatement. The O.G. of O.G.’s gets closer. He pushed the envelope when he didn’t have to. He ran the risks of years and years behind bar’s back then, And in doing so, helped drive the movement to where we are today.
Some say One of the bushy old grower’s best gifts was that he was able to help and educate people around the world on this plant and how each person could grow it a little better. He spent many hours answering questions and supporting some of today’s best breeders to get their foothold in today’s billion-dollar industry.
His strains are important genetic pieces that have played a role in some of today’s best-known strains.
Have you ever heard of GG4? Well, that contains a B.O.G. project called “Sour Dub.”
His lifesaver strain (B.O.G. Bubble x Subcools J.C.B.) people will tell you was a Life Saver. From an Older Veteran to a retired school teacher, many, many people have echoed the praises of its medicinal properties. While we are on lifesaver. One of the B.O.G.’s strains “L.S.D.,” was named by the infamous Rez Dog ( L.ifesaver x Somas new york city Diesel)
B.O.G. did not have 10 -15 new strains per year. He was a genetic preservationist, releasing
around 13 strains over the span of 45 years. His first grow was in 1974, a few years after he married Pat, aka Mrs. B.O.G. If you knew Jim, you knew Pat. They were the definition of a “Mom and Pop” business. B.O.G.s other popular strains not mentioned include
Blue Kush, Blue Moon Rocks, B.O.G. Bubble, BoggleGum, Sour BluTooth, Sour Boggle, Sour Bubble, Sour Grape, Sour Lifesaver, Sour Strawberry, Sweet Cindy.
I was asked to write this just the other day to help explain to the younger generation who bog was. I finally figured out how. Did you ever have that really humble grow buddy that would help you progress in growing but wasn’t condescending, or Mr know it all about it? You could always ask him anything, and he would take the time to tell you or explain it further. Well, that was B.O.G.
The next time your go outside, and you are pretty sure you just saw an asteroid on an alien ship, not to worry, it was B.O.G. on his way to another planet to battle
Science will tell you that bog passed away on 12/18/2020 due to conditions similar to the Quadruple Bi-Pass he suffered 26 years prior. However, I believe that B.O.G. was recalled to help battle the evil chads and their deadly H.L.V.D. virus.
BOG Seeds: The Bubblegum Guru’s Legacy, Still Growing Strong
Few names in cannabis carry the weight of BOG Seeds. Short for BushyOldGrower, BOG wasn’t just a breeder — he was a founding member of the cannabis internet community, an award-winning cultivator, and a tireless educator who shaped how an entire generation of growers thinks about genetics, flavor, and plant selection. Seeds Here Now is proud to offer authentic BOG Seeds as one of the very few US seed banks still carrying his work — now stewarded by his son, BOG Jr., who is keeping his father’s dream alive. If you’re looking for proven, pedigree genetics with a lineage that reaches back to the earliest days of the modern cannabis movement, you’ve found the right page.
The Story of BushyOldGrower: A Cannabis Founding Father
BOG Seeds is a true Mom and Pop operation — one that traces its roots back further than almost any other brand in this industry. BushyOldGrower and his wife Pat were high school sweethearts who married in 1972 and spent the following years growing cannabis for themselves, their family, and their friends. By the 1970s they were already running one of the first indoor grow operations in their small community, pioneering techniques that wouldn’t become mainstream for decades.
When OverGrow.com — the internet’s first major cannabis cultivation forum — launched in 1999, BOG was the 12th person to sign up. He quickly became one of its most beloved members, posting stunning bud photographs, sharing detailed growing guides, and answering questions from newer growers with a patience and generosity that earned him the title of “Grower of the Year 2001” — the only time OverGrow ever awarded the honor. His philosophy was simple: help everyone improve their grow without condescension, and share knowledge freely with the community.
In 2005, BOG and Pat published “Bonanza of Green” — a book on indoor cannabis cultivation and continuous production that cemented BOG’s reputation as not just a community voice but a serious expert. Over the course of 45+ years of growing, BOG released approximately 13 carefully selected strains — a deliberately small, curated catalog that reflected his belief in genetic preservation over constant novelty. BushyOldGrower passed away on December 18, 2020, leaving behind a legacy that stretches from the early internet era to the modern cannabis industry. His son, BOG Jr., now carries forward the family’s breeding work and seed catalog.
The BOG Seeds Breeding Philosophy: “The Bubblegum Guru”
BOG earned the nickname “The Bubblegum Guru” for a reason: every original BOG strain carries a thread of Bubblegum genetics running through it. Starting with a prized Holland Bubblegum cut and blending it into successive generations of Kush, Diesel, Cinderella 99, and other elite lines, BOG built a catalog of indica-dominant, aromatic, fast-finishing strains that are as at home in a backyard NorCal garden as they are under a 1000-watt indoor setup.
What made BOG’s approach genuinely different from most breeders:
Genetic preservation over hype: BOG spent 45 years breeding approximately 13 strains — not releasing 15 new drops a year. Each strain was worked for years, often through multiple backcrosses, before being offered to the public. Sour Bubble, for example, was taken through four generations of backcrossing to cube the best traits before BOG was satisfied.
Medical potency as a priority: BOG was a medical cannabis pioneer. His LifeSaver strain — BOG Bubble crossed with Subcool’s Jack Cleaner Bx — became legendary among patients and was described by veterans, retired teachers, and chronic pain sufferers as genuinely life-changing. Medical utility was never an afterthought in his breeding program.
Hardiness and real-world performance: BOG Seeds were selected for mold resistance, early finishing, and vigorous outdoor performance in the humid coastal climates of Northern California. These aren’t greenhouse-only genetics — they’re built for growers in the real world.
Community-first spirit: BOG treated his seeds as a gift to the grow community more than a commercial product. He offered freebies, answered grow questions directly, and genuinely cared about whether growers had success with his work.
That lineage — rooted in Bubblegum, refined through decades, validated by cannabis cups and community love — is what makes every BOG Seeds strain a piece of living cannabis history.
BOG Seeds Strains Available at Seeds Here Now
All four currently in-stock BOG Seeds strains at Seeds Here Now are regular cannabis seeds — ideal for breeders, preservationists, and growers who want to work directly with BOG’s genetic legacy. Here’s what’s in each pack:
Sour BluTooth (Regular)
Genetics: Blue Moon Rocks × Sweet Cindy (× Sour Bubble influence) | Seed Type: Regular | Flowering Time: 56–63 days | THC: 20–25%
One of the most complex and well-rounded strains in the BOG catalog, Sour BluTooth is a three-way fusion of Blue Moon Rocks, Sweet Cindy, and Sour Bubble ancestry — essentially the best of BOG’s world rolled into one plant. The result is an indica-dominant hybrid that fills the grow room with a sweet, sour blueberry aroma with earthy undertones, delivers a creative, balanced, and relaxed high, and finishes in under 63 days. Key terpenes include limonene, myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene. At 20–25% THC, it’s potent without being overwhelming — a true all-day strain for experienced growers and medical users alike.
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Sour LS (Regular)
Genetics: LifeSaver × Sour Bubble | Seed Type: Regular | Flowering Time: 56–63 days | THC: 18–22% | Indica-dominant (80/20)
Sour LS — short for Sour LifeSaver — brings together two of BOG’s most celebrated strains: the medically renowned LifeSaver and the legendary Sour Bubble. The combination produces a profoundly relaxing, sedating indica with a candy-citrus aroma (dominant terpenes: myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene) and dense, resin-coated buds. BOG always maintained that LifeSaver had genuine medical properties beyond most strains, and Sour LS carries that DNA forward. With 18–22% THC, it’s the choice for growers focused on stress relief, insomnia support, and nighttime use. Best grown with low-stress training (LST) for maximum canopy coverage.
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LSD (Regular)
Genetics: NYC Diesel × BOG LifeSaver | Seed Type: Regular | Flowering Time: 60–67 days | THC: 20–24% | Sativa-leaning hybrid
BOG called LSD his “most sativa-ish strain” — and the name was coined by the legendary breeder Rez Dog (of TGA Subcool). This cross of the iconic NYC Diesel with BOG’s LifeSaver delivers an uplifting, trippy, cerebral high characterized by unique strawberry bud development and a classic Diesel-forward aroma layered with citrus and skunk. At 20–24% THC in a 60–67 day flower window, LSD punches well above its weight. It’s a notably sativa-forward departure from the rest of the BOG catalog, making it the go-to for growers who want that old-school Diesel energy with BOG’s characteristic quality and consistency. Accessible for both novice and expert cultivators.
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Sweet Cindy (Regular)
Genetics: Sweet Tooth #3 × Cinderella 99 (× BOG Bubble) | Seed Type: Regular | Flowering Time: 56–63 days | THC: 20–24% | Indica-dominant (60/40)
Sweet Cindy is one of the most beloved strains in the BOG catalog — nicknamed “Cinnamon Girl” by BOG himself. The cross of Steve’s Sweet Tooth #3 and Cinderella 99 (further worked with BOG Bubble) produces a spicy-sweet aroma profile with unmistakable notes of grapefruit, cinnamon, blueberry, and lemon — an unusually complex nose for an indica-dominant plant. Effects are a balanced mix of euphoria and relaxation, leaning creative with the C99 influence showing through. Heavy trichome coverage, strong stems, great mold resistance, and 56–63 day finishing time make this a commercial-grade performer. If you appreciate the depth of Cinderella 99 but want more body weight and bud density, Sweet Cindy delivers exactly that.
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Awards & Accolades: BOG Seeds’ Competitive Record
BOG Seeds’ quality wasn’t just community legend — it was validated on the competitive stage multiple times:
2001 — OverGrow.com “Grower of the Year”: BOG was awarded the first (and only) Grower of the Year recognition ever offered by OverGrow.com, the cannabis internet’s foundational community forum. This recognition reflected both his cultivation skill and the extraordinary depth of his contribution to the global grower community.
2008 — High Times Cannabis Cup, Best Indica: Sour Bubble won Best Indica at the 2008 High Times Cannabis Cup — one of the most prestigious competitive events in cannabis. The win announced BOG to an international audience and earned him an invitation to travel internationally, including famously speeding the Autobahn at 156 km/h in breeder Gypsy Nirvana’s Jaguar.
2008 — Los Angeles Medical Cup, 1st Place Overall: Sour Bubble took the top overall award at the 2008 LA Medical Cup, further cementing its place as one of the defining medical cannabis strains of the era.
2011 — High Times San Francisco Medical Cup, Best Indica: Bogglegum claimed 1st Place Best Indica at the High Times SF Medical Cup — proving that BOG’s winning formula extended beyond Sour Bubble to the full catalog.
Few breeders in cannabis history can point to three competitive cup wins across three different events in under four years. BOG Seeds’ award record is a testament to the rigor of BOG’s selection process and the genuine quality of his genetics.
Growing BOG Seeds: What to Expect in Your Garden
BOG Seeds were built for real-world growers. Here’s how to get the best results from any BOG Seeds pack:
Seed type: All current BOG Seeds offerings at Seeds Here Now are regular cannabis seeds — meaning each pack contains a mix of males and females. This is intentional: BOG was a genetic preservationist, and regular seeds allow breeders to continue working with his lines and create their own crosses. Plan to sex your plants early and pull males unless breeding.
Flowering time: Most BOG strains finish in 56–67 days (8–9.5 weeks) — notably fast for indica-dominant genetics of this quality. BOG specifically selected for early finishing, making his strains excellent for perpetual harvest schedules and short-season outdoor grows.
Mold resistance: BOG Seeds were developed and tested in the humid coastal regions of Northern California, where mold pressure is real. His strains are widely recognized for above-average mold resistance — a major advantage for outdoor, greenhouse, and humid indoor environments.
Outdoor performance: All BOG strains perform exceptionally outdoors, especially in NorCal-style climates. Expect vigorous, hardy plants that finish before October frosts with copious yields of high-quality medicine.
Training: Low-stress training (LST) and topping work well across the catalog. The indica-dominant genetics produce dense, lateral branching that benefits from even canopy management. ScrOG is ideal for maximizing yield in limited space.
Bubblegum influence: Nearly every BOG strain carries Bubblegum genetics — expect sweet, fruity aromatic profiles throughout. These plants are aromatic: use proper odor control in enclosed spaces.
Harvest timing: BOG selected for early finishing but don’t rush the harvest. Watch trichomes carefully and aim for a mix of cloudy and amber — this is where BOG genetics show their full aromatic complexity.
Why Buy BOG Seeds from Seeds Here Now?
Seeds Here Now has been America’s most trusted seed bank since 2010 — over 15 years of delivering authentic genetics from the world’s most respected breeders. BOG Seeds are among the most historically significant genetics we carry, and we take that responsibility seriously. According to community discussions, Seeds Here Now is currently one of the only US seed banks actively carrying authentic BOG Seeds — the result of our long-standing relationship with the BOG family and BOG Jr.’s continued work preserving his father’s lines.
Authentic BOG Seeds genetics — sourced directly through the BOG family
Germination guarantee — if your seeds don’t sprout, we make it right
Discreet, fast US shipping — no delays, no customs issues
Regular seeds for breeders and preservationists — work directly with BOG’s legacy lines
70+ elite breeders, 2,100+ strains — the most complete selection in the US market
Browse the full collection of BOG Seeds cannabis strains below, or explore our regular cannabis seeds and feminized cannabis seeds categories for the full genetic landscape. For community grow data and verified strain profiles, SeedFinder.eu lists all 18 documented BOG Seeds strains with flowering data and lineage. For the definitive profile of BushyOldGrower’s life and legacy, Grow Magazine’s tribute is essential reading for any cannabis cultivator.
Shop BOG Seeds — A Living Piece of Cannabis History
BOG spent 45 years building genetics that won Cannabis Cups, healed patients, and helped launch the global cannabis community. Now, through his son BOG Jr., those same genetics are available to a new generation of growers. Stock is limited — these are small-batch, historically significant seeds. Scroll down to browse the full BOG Seeds catalog at Seeds Here Now, or explore our complete regular seeds collection for more preservation-grade genetics.
