Cannabis clones — rooted live cuttings from elite mother plants — give cultivators a 3-week head start on harvest with verified genetics. iWantClones ships HpLVd-screened cannabis clones nationwide under the federal 2018 Farm Bill hemp framework. Adults 21+ in all 50 states can legally receive shipments for collection, preservation, and educational purposes. Cultivation legality depends on state law.
This is the master guide. Pick your state below for a tactical buyer’s breakdown including legal status, USDA hardiness zones, climate-matched strain recommendations, transplant timing, and shipping details.
| States we ship to | All 50 + DC |
| Shipping method | USPS / UPS / FedEx, plain discreet packaging |
| Transit time | 2–4 days standard, expedited available |
| Live arrival guarantee | Yes — replacement or refund within 24 hours of delivery |
| Genetics screening | HpLVd-tested mother stock, tissue culture options available |
| Federal classification | Hemp under 2018 Farm Bill (THC ≤ 0.3% at shipment) |
| Section 781 deadline | November 12, 2026 — federal change affects seeds, not clones |
| Order processing | Monday–Wednesday ship days for live arrival |
Connecticut · Maine · Massachusetts · New Hampshire · Rhode Island · Vermont
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Delaware · Maryland · New Jersey · New York · Pennsylvania
→ Full Mid-Atlantic Clone Guide
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→ Full Mountain/Plains Clone Guide
Alaska · Arizona · California · Hawaii · Nevada · New Mexico · Oregon · Washington
→ Full Pacific/West Clone Guide
| State | Rec? | Medical? | Home Grow? | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | ❌ | Limited (low-THC) | ❌ | [Buy in AL](/clones/alabama/) |
| Alaska | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/12 | [Buy in AK](/clones/alaska/) |
| Arizona | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/12 | [Buy in AZ](/clones/arizona/) |
| Arkansas | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in AR](/clones/arkansas/) |
| California | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6 | [Buy in CA](/clones/california/) |
| Colorado | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/12 | [Buy in CO](/clones/colorado/) |
| Connecticut | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/12 | [Buy in CT](/clones/connecticut/) |
| Delaware | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in DE](/clones/delaware/) |
| Florida | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in FL](/clones/florida/) |
| Georgia | ❌ | Limited | ❌ | [Buy in GA](/clones/georgia/) |
| Hawaii | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ Patient | [Buy in HI](/clones/hawaii/) |
| Idaho | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | [Buy in ID](/clones/idaho/) |
| Illinois | ✅ | ✅ | Patient only | [Buy in IL](/clones/illinois/) |
| Indiana | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | [Buy in IN](/clones/indiana/) |
| Iowa | ❌ | Limited | ❌ | [Buy in IA](/clones/iowa/) |
| Kansas | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | [Buy in KS](/clones/kansas/) |
| Kentucky | ❌ | ✅ (new) | ❌ | [Buy in KY](/clones/kentucky/) |
| Louisiana | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in LA](/clones/louisiana/) |
| Maine | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 3/12 | [Buy in ME](/clones/maine/) |
| Maryland | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 2/HH | [Buy in MD](/clones/maryland/) |
| Massachusetts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/12 HH | [Buy in MA](/clones/massachusetts/) |
| Michigan | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 12 HH | [Buy in MI](/clones/michigan/) |
| Minnesota | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 8 (4 mature) | [Buy in MN](/clones/minnesota/) |
| Mississippi | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in MS](/clones/mississippi/) |
| Missouri | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/6/6 reg | [Buy in MO](/clones/missouri/) |
| Montana | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 2/2 | [Buy in MT](/clones/montana/) |
| Nebraska | ❌ | Transitioning | TBD | [Buy in NE](/clones/nebraska/) |
| Nevada | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ Conditional | [Buy in NV](/clones/nevada/) |
| New Hampshire | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in NH](/clones/new-hampshire/) |
| New Jersey | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in NJ](/clones/new-jersey/) |
| New Mexico | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/12 | [Buy in NM](/clones/new-mexico/) |
| New York | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 3/3 | [Buy in NY](/clones/new-york/) |
| North Carolina | ❌ | EBCI tribal | ❌ | [Buy in NC](/clones/north-carolina/) |
| North Dakota | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in ND](/clones/north-dakota/) |
| Ohio | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 6/12 HH | [Buy in OH](/clones/ohio/) |
| Oklahoma | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ 6/6 patient | [Buy in OK](/clones/oklahoma/) |
| Oregon | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 4 HH | [Buy in OR](/clones/oregon/) |
| Pennsylvania | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in PA](/clones/pennsylvania/) |
| Rhode Island | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 3/3 (6/6 HH) | [Buy in RI](/clones/rhode-island/) |
| South Carolina | ❌ | Limited | ❌ | [Buy in SC](/clones/south-carolina/) |
| South Dakota | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ 3 patient | [Buy in SD](/clones/south-dakota/) |
| Tennessee | ❌ | Limited | ❌ | [Buy in TN](/clones/tennessee/) |
| Texas | ❌ | TCUP 1% | ❌ | [Buy in TX](/clones/texas/) |
| Utah | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in UT](/clones/utah/) |
| Vermont | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ 2/4 HH | [Buy in VT](/clones/vermont/) |
| Virginia | ✅ (no retail) | ✅ | ✅ 4 HH (tagged) | [Buy in VA](/clones/virginia/) |
| Washington | ✅ | ✅ | Patient only | [Buy in WA](/clones/washington/) |
| West Virginia | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | [Buy in WV](/clones/west-virginia/) |
| Wisconsin | ❌ | Limited (CBD) | ❌ | [Buy in WI](/clones/wisconsin/) |
| Wyoming | ❌ | Limited (CBD) | ❌ | [Buy in WY](/clones/wyoming/) |
HH = per household. Plant counts shown as mature/immature where applicable. Verify current law before any cultivation activity.
A cannabis clone is a vegetative cutting from a mother plant. Where seeds produce genetically unique offspring (phenotype variation), a clone is a genetic duplicate of its mother plant — same THC profile, same terpene expression, same growth pattern, same yield potential.
The clone advantage:
What you trade off:
| Feature | What It Means For You |
|---|---|
| HpLVd PCR-screened mothers | No “dudding disease” — full yield potential |
| Tissue culture options | Pathogen-free reset for premium operations |
| Live arrival guarantee | 24-hour window for replacement or refund |
| Hemp Farm Bill compliance | Federal legal shipping nationwide |
| Region-matched strain recommendations | Cuts verified for your climate |
| Plain discreet packaging | No external indication of contents |
| Seasonal thermal protection | Cold packs in summer, insulation in winter |
| 15+ years cannabis genetics network | 100+ verified breeder relationships |
1. You order → Same-day order confirmation
2. We schedule → Ship Monday–Wednesday for safe arrival
3. We cut & root → Fresh cuttings rooted in starter cubes
4. We pack → Thermal protection, plain box
5. Ship → USPS / UPS / FedEx, 2-4 day transit
6. You receive → Live arrival guarantee triggers if not
7. Acclimate → 7-day quarantine, slow light ramp-up
8. Transplant → 1-gallon pot with mycorrhizae
9. Grow → Your verified genetics start producing
→ HpLVd: What Every Buyer Should Know
→ Clone vs Seed: When to Choose Each
Our genetic library spans 4,000+ cultivars from 100+ verified breeders. Top requested clones:
| Strain | Type | Best For | Flower Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorilla Glue #4 (Original Glue) | Hybrid clone-only | Resin production, big yields | 8-9 weeks |
| OG Kush (Larry, Tahoe, SFV) | Hybrid clone-only | Classic flavor, premium quality | 8-10 weeks |
| Blue Dream | Sativa-hybrid | Beginners, mold resistance | 9-10 weeks |
| Wedding Cake | Hybrid | High THC, dessert profile | 8-9 weeks |
| Zkittlez | Indica-hybrid | Terpene-forward, fruit flavors | 8-9 weeks |
| Durban Poison | Sativa landrace | Outdoor, energetic effect | 9 weeks |
| Northern Lights | Indica | Cold climates, fast finish | 7-8 weeks |
| Sunset Sherbert | Hybrid | Dessert profile, big yields | 8-9 weeks |
| GMO Cookies | Hybrid | Premium connoisseur | 9-10 weeks |
| Bubba Kush | Indica clone-only | Indoor, sleep | 8 weeks |
| Triangle Kush | Hybrid clone-only | Premium OG lineage | 9-10 weeks |
| Frisian Dew | Hybrid | Cold/damp climates | 8 weeks |
Strain availability varies. Check your state page for region-matched recommendations.
Hop Latent Viroid (HpLVd) is a single-stranded RNA viroid that causes “dudding disease” in cannabis — stunted growth, reduced trichome production, weaker terpenes, 30-50% yield reduction. Plants look fine but produce dramatically less than healthy.
HpLVd transmits through mechanical contact (scissors, hands) and cuttings. An infected mother plant produces infected clones that silently degrade gardens for years before testing reveals the source.
Our mitigation:
A federal provision (Section 781) takes effect November 12, 2026, redefining hemp to exclude seeds from plants capable of producing high-THC cannabis. Interstate shipping of most cannabis seeds becomes federally illegal after that date.
This affects cannabis seeds, not clones. Clones with THC ≤ 0.3% at shipment remain hemp under the existing Farm Bill framework. But if you’ve been considering building a seed library, the next several months are the window.
Most state cultivation frameworks remain unchanged — Section 781 is a federal interstate shipping issue.
Cannabis clones with less than 0.3% Δ9-THC at shipment are classified as hemp under the federal 2018 Farm Bill (7 U.S. Code § 1639o). Adults 21+ in all 50 states can legally receive shipments. Cultivation legality depends on state law.
Yes — shipment and receipt are legal under federal hemp law in all 50 states. Cultivation of high-THC cannabis depends on state law. In prohibition states, clones serve as collection, preservation, and educational items.
Standard 2-4 day USPS/UPS/FedEx transit. We ship Monday-Wednesday to ensure live arrival before weekends. Expedited options available.
Yes. Photograph any DOA within 24 hours of delivery for replacement or refund.
Schedule USPS Hold for Pickup or arrange a guaranteed delivery window. Porch sitting in summer heat or winter cold can compromise clones within hours.
See our full transplant guide. Summary: white roots visible → 1-gallon pot pre-moistened soil → mycorrhizae → cube planted level → light water → reduce light 48 hours → 7-day watch.
A rooted clone has already established roots in a starter cube and can be transplanted immediately. An unrooted cutting still needs to root — riskier and lower success rate. We ship rooted clones.
Yes — federal hemp law permits shipment and receipt in all 50 states. State cultivation law determines what you can legally do with them.
No — federal hemp Farm Bill protections apply to US interstate shipment only.
We respect state limits. Many growers order only the number they can legally cultivate. Some states limit per-person; others per-household. Check your state page for specifics.
Plain unmarked exterior. Inside: thermal protection (heat packs in winter, cold packs in summer), rooted cube in protective sleeve, care instructions, replacement claim instructions.
Yes — for premium operations or pathogen-free reset. Tissue culture clones are propagated in sterile lab conditions, free of all known cannabis pathogens including HpLVd.
Photograph any DOA clone within 24 hours of delivery. Email photos to our support team. We replace or refund.
Yes — until we begin cutting fresh material (typically the day before ship date). Once cut, the clones cannot be returned to stock.
We ship year-round but adjust thermal protection seasonally. In extreme cold or heat to certain regions, we may recommend a delay or expedited shipping. We never ship into a forecast that would kill the clone.
iWantClones focuses on clones. For seeds, our parent network includes Seeds Here Now and partner breeders.
Hawaii, southern California, southern Texas (Valley), southern Florida, and southern Arizona. Year-round outdoor cultivation possible in tropical/subtropical zones.
Alaska, North Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Minnesota, Vermont, Maine. Indoor cultivation dominant.
For known-performance high-yield indoor cultivation: clones win. For short-season outdoor or rapid cycles: autoflowers compete (autoflowers don’t clone usefully — they remain seed-only).
21+ in all 50 states.
No. Federal hemp Farm Bill protections apply regardless of medical status. Medical card may grant additional cultivation rights in your state — we don’t verify card status.
We work only with breeders maintaining verified mother stock. Documented lineage where available. Mother plant pedigree matters more than label — we source from breeders, not resellers.
Standard transit stress (mild wilting, yellowing) typically recovers in 48-72 hours with proper acclimation. Significant damage (black stems, pests, mold) qualifies for our 24-hour live arrival guarantee.
Yes. Many of our customers cultivate in apartment tents (2×4, 2×2). Compact-growing clone-only cuts (Bubba Kush, Wedding Cake) excel in confined spaces.
iWantClones LLC ships cannabis clones as hemp under federal Farm Bill (7 U.S. Code § 1639o). Federal hemp protections apply to shipment and receipt in all 50 states for adults 21+. Cultivation of cannabis (any plant producing >0.3% THC) is governed by state law and varies dramatically by state. Some states permit unlimited home cultivation; others treat any cultivation as a felony.
Before cultivating any clone purchased through iWantClones, verify your state’s current cannabis statutes. This page and all state pages are informational only — not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for legal guidance.
iWantClones LLC, our suppliers, our breeders, and our affiliates disclaim any and all liability for the consequences of customer cultivation decisions.
→ Find your state’s clone guide above for tactical state-specific information including legal status, USDA zones, climate-matched strains, transplant timing, and shipping details.
Questions? Contact iWantClones Support — our team responds within 24 hours.
Last updated: May 2026
Verified by: The iWantClones Team
Sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), Federal Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, state statutes (linked per state page), Journal of Plant Pathology — HpLVd research
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