Starbud by HortiLab Seed Company

HortiLab Seed Company, Holland

Indica-Dominant

Genetics: Unknown Midwest Strain

Potency: THC 14-20%

www.hortilab.nl

Another small but serious young seed company based in the Netherlands, HortiLab uses primarily European and North American cannabis genetics to breed new-school strains, with the main goals of premium flavor, potency and yield. As yet they have four original breeds available, and of these four, two have won notable awards, indicating an up-and-coming company with a big future. One of these award-winners is their most prominent indica-heavy strain, StarBud, which was an underground legend in the US. The present-day StarBud is a clone from a private grower’s seed line, coming from the U.S. midwest.

Named for its buds, so covered in resin that they “sparkle like stars”, StarBud plants have an average indica stretch, and though indoors is the best situation for this plant, it can thrive well in outdoor grows in California and similar climates. However, high humidity should be avoided when grown inside, as the compact buds can give way to mold if the air is too wet. Be sure to keep the trim after harvest, as it can make great hash. StarBud seeds are fairly new to the market, so you might struggle to find grow reports to help you along with your crop. It will, however, make you as popular as that kid in the playground who has all the weird, limited-edition Pokémon stuff from Japan.

Still, you’ll know if you’re on the right track when you get a whiff of the sweet dankness that comes with the ripe buds, followed by the hashy taste of the smoke. Be ready for a heavy body stone with a pleasant head buzz. StarBud is a recent Cannabis Cup winner, and for good reason – this plant is fantastic!