How Did Blue Dream Get Its Name?
By Jeff Eckenrode
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Quick Answer: Blue Dream, a cross of Blueberry and Haze from Santa Cruz, gets its name from Blueberry’s sweet flavor and blue-tinged buds, paired with the strain’s smooth, euphoric “dream-like” effects. Known for its balanced high, it delivers creative focus and relaxing comfort, making it one of the most popular cannabis strains worldwide.
Some strains get their names from pure marketing flair. Others are straight-up descriptive.
Blue Dream manages to be both—a name that instantly evokes flavor, color, and vibe.
Known for its balanced effects and legendary status in dispensaries, Blue Dream is one of the most popular cannabis strains of all time.
But how did it end up with such a serene-sounding name?
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Born on the California Coast
Blue Dream first appeared in Santa Cruz, California, sometime in the early 2000s.
While the exact breeder is still up for debate, what’s not in question is its genetic makeup: Blueberry × Haze.
The pairing combined the sweet, fruity aroma of Blueberry with the uplifting, cerebral buzz of Haze, creating a hybrid that felt both mellow and energizing—like a sunny day with a cool breeze.
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The “Blue” in Blue Dream
The “Blue” part of the name comes directly from its Blueberry parent, a strain originally bred by DJ Short in Washington State that’s known for its rich berry flavor and striking blue-tinged buds.
Blue Dream inherited those colorful hues and sweet aroma, making the name feel like a natural fit.
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The “Dream” Effect
Why “Dream”? Most believe it’s a nod to the strain’s effects—a smooth, euphoric high that relaxes the body without fogging the mind.
For many, Blue Dream delivers a “best of both worlds” experience: creative focus from its sativa side and calm comfort from its indica side.
The name captures that easygoing, floaty feeling in just one word.
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From Local Favorite to Global Icon
Once it hit dispensary shelves, Blue Dream exploded in popularity.
It became a top seller in legal markets for years, prized by both new and experienced consumers for its approachable, versatile high.
Even today, it’s a fixture in cannabis culture—so much so that many growers and smokers use it as a benchmark when comparing new strains.
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Where can I find Blue Dream?
Whether you’re shopping online or in Redmond, we’re here to help you find what you need, when you need it. That includes Blue Dream!
Currently we carry Blue Dream in smokeable flower and pre rolls from Sky High Gardens.
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What makes Blue Dream by Sky High Gardens Special?
Sky High Gardens is dedicated to growing premium, craft cannabis with meticulous care.
That’s why they hand-manicure their Blue Dream flower and pre rolls to ensure only top-grade buds are included.
Want to learn more? Visit their website at: https://skyhighgardens.net/
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