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510-thread cannabis vape cartridge attached to a slim battery, with a second cart lying beside it

Education5 min read

How long does a vape cart actually last?

How long a vape cart lasts depends on puff count, draw style, and oil type. Here's what to expect from a 0.5g and 1g cart, plus how to make it last longer.

Jose PatinoJuly 10, 2026

Three cannabis product labels side by side, showing cannabinoid, terpene, batch and date details on flower, edible and vape packaging

Education9 min read

How to Read a Cannabis Label Without Feeling Lost

Cannabinoids, terpenes, batch numbers, harvest dates — our budtender Ashley breaks down every section of a cannabis label so you know what you're buying.

Jose PatinoJuly 6, 2026

Exterior of the Bloom Cannabis dispensary in Athens, Ohio, with the Bloom logo on the building and front entrance on a sunny day

Education6 min read

Athens, OH: The Questions Students and Locals Ask Us Most

A Bloom budtender answers the questions Athens, OH students and locals ask most — deals, discreet options, what to expect, how to pay, and the local rules. 21+.

Jose PatinoJuly 3, 2026

Bloom dispensary sales floor with numbered display counters, product cases and large Bloom and Adult-Use Updates screens

Education4 min read

What to Bring to a Dispensary (and What to Expect Inside)

Heading to a dispensary for the first time? Here's what to bring (photo ID, your medical card if you have one, and cash) and what to expect once you're inside.

Jose PatinoJune 26, 2026

Woman sitting on a bed writing in a notebook beside an open, packed suitcase, laptop and camera while planning a summer trip

Education6 min read

Traveling With Cannabis This Summer: What to Know Before You Go

Planning a summer trip? Here's what the 2026 cannabis rules actually mean for flying, road trips, and crossing state lines — plus the lower-stress way to do it.

Jose PatinoJune 24, 2026

Black 510-thread vape battery beside three cannabis oil vape cartridges of different styles

Education4 min read

Why Does My Cart Taste Burnt? Common Vape Fixes

A burnt-tasting vape cart usually isn't broken. Here are the most common causes — voltage, fast hits, old oil, clogs — and the simple fixes for each.

Jose PatinoJune 19, 2026

Customer browsing cannabis products on a touchscreen menu kiosk at a Bloom dispensary counter

Education4 min read

What Budtenders Wish Every New Customer Would Ask

Telling your budtender the right things gets you better recommendations and bigger savings. Here are six things our team wishes new customers would bring up.

Jose PatinoJune 17, 2026

Exterior of the Bloom Cannabis dispensary in Akron, Ohio, with handicap parking spaces out front

Education4 min read

Your First Visit to Bloom's Akron Dispensary: A Simple Guide

New to Bloom Akron? Here's where to park, what ID to bring, how check-in and payment work, and what first-time shoppers reach for most.

Jose PatinoJune 15, 2026

Cannabis flower stored in a glass jar with a Boveda 62% two-way humidity control pack

Education4 min read

Summer storage: keeping your cannabis fresh in the heat

Heat, light, and humidity break cannabis down fast. Here's how to store flower, vapes, edibles, and concentrates through summer, from a Bloom budtender.

Jose PatinoJune 12, 2026

Assorted cannabis edibles including Petra mints, a Walli-Pop gummy tin, an Incredibles bar and colorful gummy cubes

Education5 min read

The 5 Mistakes First-Timers Make With Edibles (and How to Avoid Them)

New to edibles? A Bloom budtender shares the five most common first-timer mistakes, from doubling up too soon to fast-acting gummies, and how to avoid them.

Jose PatinoJune 10, 2026

Bloom Cannabis sign above the storefront of the West Columbus, Ohio dispensary on Georgesville Rd

Education6 min read

West Columbus Dispensary Guide: What to Try First

First time at Bloom West Columbus? Here’s what to expect, how to order, and five staff picks worth trying on your visit.

Jose PatinoApril 23, 2026

Man resting with his eyes closed in a lounge chair beside large windows overlooking a green garden

Education10 min read

How to Sober Up From Weed: What Actually Works

Feeling too high? Here's what actually helps you sober up from weed faster — and what doesn't. No panic, just facts.

Jose PatinoApril 22, 2026

Collage of the Bloom West Columbus, Ohio dispensary showing the Bloom Cannabis storefront sign, Bloom apparel display and product shelves inside

Education9 min read

The Best Dispensary in Columbus for You: A Neighborhood Guide

Find the best Bloom dispensary in Columbus for you. Compare West, South, and North locations by neighborhood and menu.

Jose PatinoApril 21, 2026

Dark blue Bloom title graphic reading Cannabis for Sleep & Pain Relief: Wellness Guide, Massillon, OH

Education7 min read

Cannabis for Sleep and Pain Relief: Wellness Guide for Massillon, Ohio Residents 2026

Struggling with sleep or chronic pain in Massillon, OH? Our 2026 wellness guide covers cannabis strains, products, and dosing tips for sleep and pain relief.

Bloom TeamApril 8, 2026

Dark teal Bloom title graphic reading Cannabis for Stress & Anxiety Relief: Wellness, Germantown, MD

Education6 min read

Cannabis for Stress and Anxiety Relief: A Wellness Guide for Germantown, Maryland 2026

Feeling stressed in the DC suburbs? Bloom Germantown's 2026 guide covers cannabis strains, CBD products, and consumption methods for anxiety relief in MD.

Bloom TeamApril 7, 2026

Green Bloom title graphic reading Spring Terpene Guide: Best Cannabis Terpenes, Columbus, OH

Education8 min read

Spring Terpene Guide: Best Terpenes for Wellness in Columbus, OH 2026

Discover the best cannabis terpenes for spring wellness in Columbus, OH. Bloom dispensary guides you through myrcene, limonene, linalool & more in 2026.

Bloom TeamApril 7, 2026

Orange Bloom title graphic reading Cannabis Edibles for Beginners: Dosing & Effects, Athens, OH

Education8 min read

Cannabis Edibles for Beginners: Dosing, Timing, and Effects in Athens, Ohio 2026

New to cannabis edibles in Athens, OH? Bloom dispensary's 2026 guide covers dosing (start at 5mg!), onset times, duration, and avoiding common mistakes.

Bloom TeamApril 6, 2026

Cannabis vape cartridge between a whole lemon and two lemon halves on a pink background, representing the citrusy limonene terpene

Education5 min read

The Art of Terpenes: How Limonene Elevates Your Creative Flow

Discover how the Limonene terpene boosts creativity and mood. Learn about high-limonene strains from Curio and Wondergrove at Bloom Ohio and Maryland.

Bloom TeamMarch 24, 2026

Certified Cultivators Berry cannabis drink bottle and box on a blue background beside a bag of Smokiez Blue Raspberry fruit chews on a red background

Education5 min read

Ohio Cannabis Drinks vs. Edibles: The Science of Onset & Bioavailability

Compare THC drinks and edibles at Bloom Ohio: how nano-emulsified drinks deliver faster onset and why traditional edibles offer longer-lasting effects.

Jose PatinoMarch 17, 2026

Collage of THC drinks sold in Ohio: Wellspring Fields Cherry Cola and Root Beer sodas alongside Certified Cultivators Lemonade, Berry and Grape drink bottles and boxes

Education3 min read

Where to Buy THC Drinks in Ohio: Bloom’s Guide to the Best Infused Beverages

Where to buy THC drinks in Ohio: Bloom's guide to infused beverages from Certified Cultivators and Wellspring Fields, plus how to order ahead for pickup.

Jose PatinoFebruary 20, 2026

Woman sleeping peacefully in bed, overlaid with the CBN (cannabinol) molecular structure and a CBN cannabis leaf logo

Education4 min read

Unlocking the Secrets: What Is CBN and Its Benefits?

Explore CBN's effects, benefits, and research in this comprehensive guide to understand what is CBN and its potential for better sleep.

Jose PatinoFebruary 15, 2026

Person in a camouflage military uniform holding a small cannabis plant in both hands against a yellow background

Education1 min read

Veterans and Social Security Cannabis Pricing in Ohio: What Discounts Are Available?

Explore available discounts for veterans on cannabis pricing in Ohio. Learn how Social Security impacts access at Bloom Cannabis Insights.

Bloom TeamFebruary 10, 2026

Graphic comparing Delta-8 (labeled less than 0.3% THC) with a frosty bud of state-legal cannabis on a green and gray background

Education7 min read

Delta-8 vs State-Licensed Cannabis in Ohio: What’s the Difference?

Explore the distinctions between Delta-8 and state-licensed cannabis in Ohio to make informed choices about your cannabis options.

Bloom TeamFebruary 4, 2026

Notepad with the word Taxes written on it, a cannabis leaf and a calculator on a white desk

Education7 min read

Marijuana Taxes in Ohio: What Adult-Use Customers Should Know

Discover how marijuana taxes impact pricing in Ohio for adult-use customers and budget effectively for your cannabis purchases.

Bloom TeamJanuary 27, 2026