Best Strains to Grow in the Desert

The 10 Best Strains to Grow in the Desert

1. Zkittlez
2. White Russian
3. Wedding Cake
4. Trainwreck
5. Super Silver Haze
6. Sunset Sherbet
7. Strawberry Kush
8. Stardawg
9. Sour Diesel
10. Sirius Black

1. Zkittlez

Zkittlez is sure to please even the most discerning cannabis connoisseur. This strain has an Indica dominant growth pattern and usually reaches a height of 80 to 100 cm when grown indoors and up to 150 cm outdoors.

The flowering time is 56 to 63 days, with outdoor harvest occurring around early October in the Northern Hemisphere. The yield potential of Zkittlez is legendary, with an indoor average of 500 to 700 grams per square meter and up to 400-600 grams per plant when grown outdoors.

The buds are large and bountiful, with a high THC content that gives users a powerful and long-lasting euphoric high, transitioning into a soothing physical relaxation.

2. White Russian

White Russian is an award-winning hybrid of the famous White Widow and AK-47. This powerful combination results in a potent, psychedelic high that provides an uplifting sensation with mental clarity and creative thinking.

The modest stature of these plants makes them ideal for growers with limited space available. White Russian reaches heights of 90 cm indoors and up to 110 cm outdoors. The flowering time for these plants is 8-9 weeks, with an average yield of 450 – 550 grams per m² for indoor growers and 550 – 600 grams per plant outdoors.

The effects of White Russian are intense, providing a powerful psychedelic high that takes effect almost instantly. You will experience an uplifting sensation that gradually intensifies into a euphoric feeling while maintaining mental clarity and creativity. A feeling of physical relaxation also sets in after some time, leaving you feeling calm yet mentally stimulated.

3. Wedding Cake

Wedding Cake is an exceptionally potent strain with one of the most delicious aromas and flavors. Not only does she have a high THC content, but her unique terpene profile offers some truly enjoyable effects.

This strain is fairly medium in size, reaching between 90 and 100 cm indoors. Outdoors, Wedding Cake has been known to get as tall as 200 cm with good quality plant care and techniques like SOG and ScrOG. Indoor cultivation of this strain will take around 8 to 9 weeks, while outdoor cultivation will be ready for harvest around mid-October.

Growing indoors, Wedding Cake produces high yields between 450 and 500 grams per m² (based on dry weight). Outdoors with good quality plant care and using techniques like SOG and ScrOG, the yield can even be as much as 550 grams per plant.

Wedding Cake is high in THC, which is clearly noticeable in her effects. This potent strain offers a well-balanced high that can be beneficial for mood enhancement and treating insomnia. It is also popular with chronic pain patients, managing stress, anxiety, and depression due to its soothing and relaxing properties.

4. Trainwreck

Trainwreck is a legendary strain with an intriguing backstory, and it packs a punch. It’s a Sativa-dominant hybrid that has become increasingly popular in the last few years thanks to its potent effects and beautiful buds. Its origins come from Thailand, Mexico, and Afghanistan giving it an almost psychedelic quality.

Flowering time for Trainwreck takes only 8-9 weeks, and its plants tend to be short, usually between 60-90cm tall. You’ll have the best yields when growing outdoors, with an average of 500-850 grams per plant. But even indoors, you can expect a good yield of around 400-500 grams per square meter.

The potency of Trainwreck is off the charts, with THC content that’s usually between 15-20%. It delivers an intense, heady high that could be considered too strong for some. But it also provides a relaxing and calming body stone as well.

Trainwreck can treat a range of medical conditions, such as ADHD, PTSD, chronic pain, stress, and anxiety. It can also help with inflammation and joint pain. Its effects are very balanced, giving users an intense cerebral high combined with a pleasant body buzz.

5. Super Silver Haze

Super Silver Haze is a legendary Sativa strain with an intensely stimulating and energetic high. It was created by crossing genetics from Colombia, Mexico, Thailand, and India in the 1970s before arriving in Holland for hybridization. This three-time winner of the High Times Cannabis Cup has become a favorite among lovers of marijuana worldwide.

When it comes to cultivation, Super Silver Haze requires space. When grown indoors, the plant will reach a height of 120 to 160 cm. Outdoors, the plant can reach up to 220 cm in height. Additionally, its flowering time is 63-70 days, and it provides a great yield of sticky buds when grown correctly. You can even use various training methods, such as Screen of Green and Sea of Green, to optimize the yield.

The smoke from Super Silver Haze is smooth and rich with uplifting notes of lemon, sandalwood, and spice. The high itself is powerful yet calming, offering instant relief from conditions like stress, anxiety, depression, and fatigue. It also gives a great cerebral boost, making it ideal for daytime use and creative projects.

6. Sunset Sherbet

Sunset Sherbet is an Indica-dominant strain that boasts a potent and long-lasting high. It’s a hybrid created from the combination of Girl Scout Cookies (GSC) and the Pink Panties strain, both originally from California’s San Francisco Bay Area. The result is an exceptionally flavorful cannabis flower with THC levels of up to 21%.

When grown indoors, Sunset Sherbet’s flowering period is approximately 49 to 56 days, and the plants can reach a height of 80 to 120 cm. Outdoors, these marijuana plants can grow up to two meters in height and provide generous yields of resinous buds when ready for harvest. Those lucky enough to cultivate Sunset Sherbet outdoors can expect a maximum yield of 300 to 400 g per plant, whereas indoor growers can expect up to 250 to 300 g/m2.

The high THC levels of Sunset Sherbet bring about a full-body relaxation that helps to relieve physical tension and stress while also improving concentration and stimulating the mind with mild euphoria. Its balanced CBD/THC ratios ensure an enjoyable yet controlled experience without causing too much anxiety or paranoia.

Any possible side effects of Sunset Sherbet use are minimal, with the most common being dry mouth and eyes that can be easily controlled by drinking plenty of water before, during, and after smoking.

7. Strawberry Kush

Strawberry Kush is a popular strain due to its genetic makeup that combines East Coast classic Strawberry Cough and the iconic OG Kush. This Indica-leaning hybrid has become a modern classic and offers an impressive array of desirable traits for growers and smokers alike.

Considering this strain’s Indica-dominant background, Strawberry Kush tends to grow shorter in stature than its Sativa counterpart. You can expect heights of between 80 and 130 cm indoors, while outdoor plants may reach up to 150 cm.

The flowering time for this strain is 8-9 weeks on average, with experienced growers able to finish their crop in less than two months. Strawberry Kush yields are best achieved with training methods like SOG and ScrOG, which exploit the plant’s genetics for larger harvests. You can expect up to 450-500g/m² indoors, while outdoor growers could see as much as 650g/plant if conditions are right.

Expect a full-body and mind experience when inhaling Strawberry Kush, with effects that kick in quickly and linger long after the last puff. This potent strain is best suited to those with higher THC tolerances, as it can cause an overwhelming rush if taken too freely. This combination of THC and terpenes helps to treat stress, pain, anxiety, and insomnia.

8. Stardawg

Stardawg is a Sativa-dominant hybrid created by crossing the renowned Chemdawg 4 and Tresdawg strains. It’s known for its energizing effects, making it an ideal choice for a party strain or wake-and-bake option. But what makes this popular strain stand out from the rest? Let’s take a closer look at Stardawg.

When growing Stardawg indoors, expect medium to tall heights of 120 to 180 cm. Outdoors, this strain truly thrives with heights of between 160 and 220 cm. You can easily optimize your yields by using low- or high-stress training methods.

Stardawg is a fast flowering strain, ready to harvest in as little as 8 weeks indoors or in October outdoors. Its yields depend on the quality of your nutrients, light, and space. A well-maintained Stardawg can produce harvests of between 500 and 600 g/m² indoors or up to 800g/plant outdoors.

When it comes to its effects, Stardawg is a potent strain with THC levels that reach 24%, inducing long-lasting euphoric effects typical of energetic Sativa strains. Its uplifting and creative effects make it a popular party strain that induces giggles and deep conversations. This strain is also known for inducing munchies, making it a popular choice for those who want its energizing effects without appetite stimulation.

9. Sour Diesel

Sour Diesel is a highly sought-after strain, with users looking for improved mood and increased energy levels. With its easy-to-grow Sativa genetics, Sour Diesel is popular amongst both recreational and medical users alike.

When it comes to planting height, Sour Diesel will grow into tall plants if given the right conditions. When grown indoors, its average height usually reaches anywhere between 120 cm and 160 cm. Growers who plant outdoors can expect the plant to reach heights of up to 300 cm.

The flowering time for this mostly Sativa strain is relatively short, somewhere between 63 and 70 days. Once ready for harvest, growers in the Northern Hemisphere can expect up to 600 grams per plant when grown outdoors. Indoor growers can reap the rewards of up to 400-500 grams per m2 under ideal conditions.

The effects of Sour Diesel are highly sought after amongst recreational users, providing a strong feeling of obvious euphoria. As a Sativa dominant strain, the Indica effects are barely noticeable, providing consumers with intense cerebral experiences. Sour Diesel’s high has a fast, long-lasting effect that can still be felt five hours later. This weed is ideal to smoke during the day or early evening, rarely making users paranoid and instead providing feelings of happiness and relaxation.

10. Sirius Black

Sirius Black is an Indica-dominant strain that has become a favorite among growers and smokers alike. With its deep purple color palette, medium to large buds, and alluring aroma of ripe black grapes, this strain is truly something out of a magical fairytale.

This strain’s height is relatively manageable. When grown indoors, you can expect Sirius Black to reach a height of between 80 and 120 centimeters. When grown outside, this strain will grow somewhere between 120 and 150 cm.

In order to get the most out of your Sirius Black, it is recommended that you complete its full flowering phase, which amounts to approximately 56 to 63 days when grown indoors. When grown outdoors, you can harvest in mid-October.

Yield-wise, Sirius Black does not disappoint either. If you’re growing indoors, you can expect your harvest to reach about 350 grams per square meter, and if you’re growing outdoors, the yield can go as high as a magical 650 grams per plant. Not bad for an Indica strain!

The effects of Sirius Black are truly something to behold. On the physical side, this strain is known for its full-body stone that is great for combating both mental and physical pains. It also induces a cerebral euphoria which increases creativity, elevates mood, and provokes fits of laughter. This all makes Sirius Black great for relieving stress, depression, pain, inflammation, seizures, and migraines.

Originally posted 2022-12-08 03:18:01.