Guides
The guide hub – knowledge around hemp and CBD
In focus: legal status, CBD in everyday life, dosage and modern blends. Long-form guides and short answers to common questions, sorted by topic.
Weedforfriends editorial team
Topics at a glance
10 pieces across 3 areas - pick an area or jump straight to the articles below.
- New cannabinoids6 Articles · 0 Quick answers
- Growing & clonesHome growing from A to Z: clones and seeds, light, nutrients, harvest and drying – plus the legal frame.2 Articles · 0 Quick answers
- CBDBasics, effects, dosage and quality around cannabidiol – oil, flower and hash.2 Articles · 0 Quick answers
New cannabinoids
- BeitragCannabis & Recht10-OH-HHC: research, risks and German law10-OH-HHC explained: what the name means, why human safety data are limited and which open questions remain in Germany as of November 2026.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
- BeitragCBDCBG: cannabigerol chemistry, evidence and lawCBG explained: distinguish cannabigerol from CBGA, understand early human research and safety gaps, and check the German legal context.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
- BeitragCBDCBN: what cannabinol research really showsCBN explained: how cannabinol forms, what sleep studies actually show, which safety questions remain and how German product law applies.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
- BeitragCannabis & RechtH4CBD explained: evidence and German lawH4CBD explained: how hydrogenated CBD differs from CBD, what lab findings show, where safety data are missing and which questions remain open.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
- BeitragCannabis & RechtTHCA explained: research and German lawTHCA explained: learn how it differs from THC, what laboratory findings mean, and why THCA-rich flowers are not a German cannabis-law loophole.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
- BeitragCannabis & RechtTHCP explained: evidence and German lawTHCP explained: separate receptor-binding research from human effects, understand key risks, and check the dated German NpSG legal context.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
Growing & clones
Home growing from A to Z: clones and seeds, light, nutrients, harvest and drying – plus the legal frame.
- BeitragAnbau & StecklingeAutoflower seeds: flowering by age, not day lengthAutoflower seeds produce plants that flower by age, not day length. Learn how they differ from photoperiod seeds, what feminised means and the German rules.Aktualisiert am 03. Nov. 2026
- BeitragAnbau & StecklingeGrowing cannabis: germination, care, harvest and dryingGrowing cannabis step by step: germination, seedlings, growth, flowering, harvest and drying, plus what German law allows for home growing.Aktualisiert am 03. Nov. 2026
CBD
Basics, effects, dosage and quality around cannabidiol – oil, flower and hash.
- BeitragCBDCannabinoids: science, risks and German lawCannabinoids explained: compare their origins, research limits and risks, with dated German legal context and clear distinctions from CBD products.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
- BeitragCBDTerpenes: cannabis aromas without health promisesExplore terpenes including myrcene, limonene and linalool: typical aromas, other plant sources, research limits and German legal context.Aktualisiert am 01. Nov. 2026
FAQ
Questions people actually ask
- In Germany, CBD and low-THC industrial hemp are excluded from the cannabis definition of the KCanG. The legal situation can differ by country – the law of your delivery country applies. Sales are restricted to adults 18+.
- You must be at least 18.
- Delivery time depends on the destination country and the carrier. Once your order ships, you receive tracking by email.
- Yes, we ship to several EU countries. All delivery countries, shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold are listed on the Shipping page.
- Always. Neutral box or odour-proof padded envelope, no logos outside, no hint at the contents. Sender is a neutral logistics address.
- Free shipping within Germany from €40 order value (after discounts) via GLS standard.
- When it is offered in the shop, you can add 1 g of the stated CBD flower to your cart for free once – once per customer or household (checked by account, email and delivery address), while stocks last. Shipping costs apply as usual; no cash payout.
- We ship with GLS and email you tracking once your order ships. Shipping costs per country are listed on the Shipping page.
- You choose your payment method at checkout. The available options are shown there before you pay.
- Yes. Checkout runs over an encrypted connection (HTTPS).
- Yes. You'll receive an invoice by email after dispatch. You can also access your full order and invoice history in your account.
- As long as your order hasn't been packed, you can email info@weedforfriends.com to change or cancel it. After dispatch the statutory right of withdrawal applies.
- Unopened products in original packaging can be returned within 14 days of receipt. Opened hygiene or consumable products are excluded for consumer protection reasons.
- For justified complaints (defect, wrong item) we cover the costs. For standard withdrawal you cover return shipping per § 357 German Civil Code.
- Email info@weedforfriends.com if the tracking stops showing progress. We'll check the GLS tracking and take care of an investigation or replacement.
- Certificates of analysis (COAs) are linked on each product page.
- Our CBD products contain less than 0.3% THC and are therefore tradable within the EU. Vapes and edibles in our range are THC-free unless explicitly stated otherwise.
- No. The CBD products we sell are non-psychoactive. They're used for relaxation, sleep and general well-being.
- CBD can trigger a positive THC reading in drug tests even though it isn't psychoactive. For legal safety we recommend not driving after use.
- Cool, dry and dark — ideally between 15–22 °C. Keep vapes and edibles out of reach of children and pets.
- At least 12 months unopened. The exact best-before date is printed on the packaging of each product.
- Yes. Licensed resellers, hospitality and studios get special pricing, reverse-charge with a valid EU VAT ID, and a personal contact. Apply at /business.
- Yes. You'll get 10% off your first order on sign-up plus regular drops, specials and early access to new products.
- Email info@weedforfriends.com (replies usually within 24h, Mon–Fri) or use the form on the contact page.
- THC is psychoactive and regulated in Germany. CBD is non-intoxicating and tradable across the EU. HHC is a semi-synthetic cannabinoid and, since 23 May 2026, a narcotic under Annex II of the German Narcotics Act (BtMG); dealing with it generally requires a licence or is a criminal offence. As of 31.10.2026, not legal advice.
- For getting started we recommend low-dose CBD flower or a 5–10% CBD oil. Each product page includes dosage and usage guidance.
- Start low (e.g. 5 mg twice a day) and increase slowly every 3–5 days until you reach the desired effect. If unsure, talk to your doctor first.
- CBD can affect the metabolism of certain medications (e.g. blood thinners, antiepileptics). Please check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining.
- No, we advise against it. Avoid CBD and similar cannabinoids during pregnancy, breastfeeding and when trying to conceive.
- Our products are intended for human use only. For pets please use products specifically formulated by your vet.
- Full-spectrum oils have a slightly earthy hemp flavour. Our edibles and flavoured products are fruity and mask the natural taste well. Details are on each product page.
- Most of our edibles are vegan and gluten-free. Allergens and ingredients are listed on each product page — if you're unsure, contact us first.
- Between 600 and 5000 puffs depending on the model. The exact count, battery life and liquid volume is listed in the product details.
- Rechargeable models yes, via USB-C. Disposables are designed for single use. It's clearly indicated on each product page.
- Email info@weedforfriends.com with your order number and a short photo or video. Manufacturing defects are replaced free of charge within the warranty period.
- Get in touch within 48 hours of delivery with your order number and a photo of the opened parcel with its contents. We'll check immediately and send what's missing.
- Photograph the packaging and contents right after delivery and email us the images. We'll arrange a replacement or refund without needing you to ship the item back first.
- Only while the parcel hasn't shipped yet. Email us immediately with your order number and the new address — we'll try to intercept it.
- GLS ParcelShop is supported. Delivery to classic DHL Packstationen is not available via GLS.
- A neutral logistics address with no reference to Weedforfriends or the product contents — fully discreet.
- Yes. Data is encrypted and never shared. The payment descriptor on your bank statement is neutral as well.
- Inside your account under "Profile" you'll find the deletion option. Alternatively email info@weedforfriends.com — we'll delete your account and verification data in line with GDPR.
- Enter the code at the cart or checkout in the "Voucher/Discount code" field. Only one code per order; not combinable with B2B special pricing.
- Common reasons: code expired, minimum order value not reached, product excluded, or already used. Reach out to support if you're unsure.
- Yes. Refunds go back to the original payment method after return receipt or cancellation confirmation.
- Not yet, but we're working on it. Sign up to the newsletter and we'll let you know as soon as they go live.
- On the product page you can sign up for an email notification once stock is back in.
- No, we're an online-only shop. That lets us keep storage, freshness and pricing optimal and ship straight from our warehouse to you.
- No, never. Sales are restricted to adults 18+.
