genetics
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The 3-Legged Stool of Successful Grow Operations: Climate, Cultivation & Genetics – Part 5
This is Part 5 in The 3-Legged Stool of Successful Grow Operations series. Click here to see Part 1, here to see Part 2, here to see Part 3, and here to see part 4. Stay tuned for the final piece in the series, Part 6, coming in the new year. Genetics With climate and cultivation methods explored, today, […]
Sour Apple Marijuana Strain Review
Sour Apple’s flower makes for the perfect wake-n-bake smoke. Not too heavy, and extremely motivating thanks to its sativa-dominant gene pool.
Type: (70% sativa; 30% indica)
Genetics: (original Diesel x c99)
How Stoned Will You Get (“Stoned Meter” On Average 1-10): 8. The Sour Apple strain offers a flawless morning smoke, long known for supporting creative cerebral activity and nurturing motivational thoughts. In many ways Sour Apple is a perfect parallel to a shot of Cuban coffee, extremely tasty, hitting you almost immediately. Enjoying a robust fruity smell that’s extremely pleasant first thing in the morning.
Average Price Per ?: $39
AVERAGE THC: 20%
Dispensaries Carrying Sour Apple
Strain Profile: Sour Apple is a great 70% sativa 30% indica hybrid that is very cerebral, lifting up the spirits of those who enjoy her flowers. She is perfect for the morning or a mid afternoon smoke. Sour Apple will not only keep you up and motivated, but makes you very creative thinking outside of the box.
Strain Background: Sour Apple comes from mixing the extremely uplifting sativa c99 with the balanced hybrid of the original Diesel. These two come together to form a strain that is nothing short of magic.
Appearance: Sour Apple is made up of mostly neon green with hints of forest green on the buds. Light orange hairs the same color as Chucky’s hair from rugrats protrude, wrapping around the plethora of green. Visible and very shiny trichomes coat the buds of this wonderful flower.
Consistency: Sour Apple is quite dry and crumbly, but there definitely leaves a trail with whatever it comes in contact with. It is a pleasure to break these buds up without a grinder.
Scent: Sour Apple smells of sour and citrus with extremely fruity undertones. Mango and strawberry are the fruits that come to mind when smelling this beautiful flower. Undertones of sour lemons and limes also come through when taking a whiff of this smelly girl.
Taste: Sour Apple taste like an exquisite homemade key lime pie. Extremely sour, sweet and fruity it feels like you’re enjoying a refreshing dessert as soon as the Sour Apple hits your palate. Upon exhale you can taste this rich fruity flavor that stays in your mouth well after medicating. You don’t even have to break out the blender to taste this delicious smoothie!
Effect: Great smoke in the morning or mid afternoon, she leaves you energized and quite buzzed. Sour Apple is perfect to bring with you if you’re going for a long walk or hike, it’s very uplifting and cerebral, motivating you to explore new things.
Growth and Seed Info: Grows vigorously during both veg and flower; Sour citrus notes smelled during vegetation period
Original Breeder: Top Shelf Seeds
Current Breeder: Top Shelf seeds
Seed Bank of Choice: Seedmine
Flowering Time: 60 days
Flowering Type: SOG will get you the most out this beauty
Growth Height: 4’-5.5’ ft.
Expected Yield: 1-1.5lbs. per 1,000 watt light
Garden Skill Level: intermediate
Breeder Quote/Advice: Topping is a must, and if you want the most out of your yield train this girl vigorously. She can be very viney so beware.
Verdict: Sour apple is a great daytime smoke whether you’re going for a hike or working from your office. She is very motivating and uplifting, as well as extremely tasty. Perfect for fatigue, migraine, and lack of appetite.
Related Strains: Blue Dream, Tangerine Haze, and White widow
Family: Fruity
(Photo Courtesy of Gil Mota)