A Return to the Heart of the Plant
We’re honored and deeply grateful to share that The Mountain Orchid was recently featured by High Times Magazine, with our flower being recognized in High Time’s Top 100 Nug Shots of 2025.
For a small, intentional mountain grow like ours, this recognition means more than an accolade—it’s affirmation. High Times has shaped cannabis culture for decades, and to be seen by a publication with that legacy speaks to something deeper than trends or marketing. It reflects a shared respect for the plant and for cultivation rooted in care and intention.
Why This Recognition Matters
What makes this moment special isn’t just the feature—it’s why we were seen. Our work wasn’t chosen because of scale, flashy branding, or corporate polish. It was recognized because of plant quality, integrity, and genuine attention to detail.
High Time’s Nug Shots has become a space where the visual beauty of cannabis is celebrated alongside the cultivation practices behind it. To have our flower photographed and included among some of the most visually compelling cannabis in the world felt like a quiet acknowledgment of the countless small decisions made daily in the garden—environmental tuning, patient observation, and a commitment to letting each cultivar express itself fully.
Nug Shots 2025 Placements
We’re proud to share that the following cultivars from The Mountain Orchid were recognized in Nug Shots 2025:
- Lemon Creamsicle — 5th Place
- Angry Peaches — #34
- Orangina — #66
Each of these cultivars represents a unique moment in the garden—distinct structures, terpene profiles, and personalities shaped by genetics, environment, and attentive cultivation. Seeing them acknowledged on a global stage was incredibly meaningful!
Taken together, these placements feel less like competition results and more like a snapshot of what’s possible when the plant is given the time, care, and environment it needs to fully express itself.
Cultivation as an Act of Intention
This season has been centered on giving the plant everything it needs to flourish—continuing to dial in the garden’s ideal environment—while surrounding it with the vibrancy of live music and creative energy.
Our approach is slow, observant, and responsive. We listen closely to what the plants are telling us and adjust accordingly. We believe that when cannabis is grown with patience, respect, and presence, it shows—not just in lab results, but in aroma, structure, expression, and feeling.
A Shift Back to Craft
To us, this recognition reflects something larger happening in cannabis: a return to the heart of the plant. A renewed appreciation for craft cultivation, intentional environments, and growers who prioritize quality over shortcuts.
We’re grateful to High Times, the Nug Shots team, and everyone who continues to support small, intentional cultivation. This moment belongs as much to the plant as it does to us.
With gratitude,
The Mountain Orchid 🌸
