So we took our Power Africa strain and managed to shave a bit more than a week off its flowering time by crossing it with our super fast parent strain. The Durban Poison heritage of this strain already meant that it was fast for such a large yielder. now its even faster and its large yields have not suffered. This strain is particularly suited to outdoor cultivation where it will produce large yields finishing by early September. It has an acrid pine sativa flavour.
Strain FAQ
Are Fast Strains less powerful or flavorful?
Speed doesn't trump quality here. Many Fast Strains are potent and have aromatic terpene profiles. Breeders have worked hard to make these strains smell, taste, and have high THC content.
Why are strains which finish by mid-September popular for the outdoors?
The ability to harvest by mid-September is said to benefit legal outdoor growers. Beating the first fall frosts is said to be helpful in avoiding crop loss to cold or mould. This timing is reportedly essential for crop quality and quantity without the risks of later-finishing cultivars.
Has the main terpene responsible for pine flavour been used elsewhere?
Indeed, it has a long history! Pine needles and alpha-pinene-rich resin have been employed by indigenous cultures for various purposes. I find it amazing that this particular terpene has been used so widely across cultures and time.
How do hybrid strains benefit from greenhouse cultivation?
Greenhouse hybrids are created to be the best of the best, combining sativa and indica genetics to thrive. These strains reportedly adapt well to greenhouse conditions and have hybrid vigour, which is said to result in faster growth and larger harvests. They are generally sought after by legal greenhouse growers seeking robust and abundant plants.
Why do some people choose shorter-flowering strains?
Fast-flowering strains obviously enable for faster turnaround times, which can help legal producers maximise space year-round. This efficiency can allow numerous harvests each year and increases profitability.
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