Proper storage makes a huge difference in how your cannabis smells, tastes, and feels. Whether you buy flower, edibles, or vapes, storing your products the right way helps preserve potency, flavor, and overall quality.
Here’s how to keep your cannabis fresh in Ohio’s changing climate.
Why storage matters
Cannabis is sensitive to:
- Air
- Light
- Heat
- Moisture
Poor storage can cause:
- Dry, harsh flower
- Loss of THC potency
- Faded terpene flavor
- Mold growth (in humid conditions)
Good storage protects your investment and improves your experience.
Best way to store cannabis flower
Use airtight containers
Glass jars with tight seals work best. Avoid plastic bags, which allow air exposure and static buildup that removes trichomes.
Keep it cool and dark
Store in a drawer, cabinet, or closet away from sunlight and heat sources. Ideal temperature: 60–70°F.
Control humidity
Flower stays freshest at 55–65% humidity. Humidity packs can help prevent overdrying or excess moisture.
Avoid the refrigerator or freezer
Cold temperatures damage trichomes and introduce moisture when removed.
How to store edibles
- Keep in original packaging
- Store in a cool, dark place
- Refrigerate only if the label recommends it
- Keep clearly separated from regular food
- Store safely away from children and pets
Heat can cause edibles to melt or degrade over time.
How to store vape cartridges
- Keep upright when possible
- Avoid leaving in hot cars or direct sunlight
- Store at room temperature
- Use protective caps to prevent dust buildup
Excess heat can cause oil to leak or lose potency.
How long cannabis stays fresh
With proper storage:
- Flower: 6–12 months
- Edibles: follow expiration date
- Vapes: 6–12 months
- Concentrates: 6–12 months
Improper storage can reduce quality in just a few weeks.
Ohio-specific tip
Ohio’s weather shifts between humid summers and dry winters. Adjust your storage:
- Summer → focus on humidity control
- Winter → prevent overdrying with airtight containers and humidity packs
Final tip
If cannabis smells weak, tastes harsh, or crumbles easily, storage is usually the problem — not the product.
Licensed dispensaries like Bloom package products properly, but how you store them at home determines how long they stay enjoyable.
