Devil by Mr. Nice Seedbank

Mr. Nice Seeds, Holland

Indica-Dominant

Genetics: Afghan x Afghan/Skunk

Potency: THC 18%

www.mrnice.nl

Holland’s Mr. Nice Seedbank comprises three breeders, most notably Shantibaba and Howard Marks. Devil is a Shantibaba cross-breed of Afghani indica and an Afghan/Skunk which favors outdoor grows but also fairs well in a greenhouse set up.

If you decide to grow inside, a hydro system will help you get the most out of Devil. Whichever set up you choose to use, don’t fret if your Devil plant shows slow growth at the start, as it needs to establish a decent root ball before it spreads its green wings. Once its vigor picks up it’s a great one for new growers, as it is easy to cultivate, will end up wider than it is tall and doesn’t emit too much odor. Indoors you can expect flowering any time after 8 weeks, or by the start of October in the Northern Hemisphere.

The devilish traits come in the sour smoke and the bud’s ability to send you on a journey through your own mind, which of course could be torturous for those who are less than pure of heart. For us pleasant toking folk, though, comes a magical high which feels like therapy, and eases you into a relaxed mental state.

Bullshark by the Bulldog Seeds

The Bulldog Seeds, Holland

Indica-Dominant

Genetics: Great White Shark x Skunk #5

Potency: THC 17%

www.bulldogseeds.nl

If Hollywood ever makes a movie about a cannabis seed company (and with Arnie on the case that might not be too far away) that company will be the Bulldog. It started life as an underground smokers’ den, which turned into the first ex-sex-shop coffeeshop in Amsterdam, and now comprises locations in several countries, a hotel, and stacks of branded merchandise – a real ‘rags to riches’ story. The Bulldog Seeds  produces its own strains, such as Bullshark, a hybrid of Green House’s Great White Shark and Skunk #5. The award-winning Great White Shark brings Super Skunk, South Indian and Brazilian genetics, which result in great yields and a very strong body stone, while the Skunk family, hailing from the original indica/sativa mix, needs no introduction and brings strength and potency to Bullshark.

A 70/30 indica/sativa mix, Bullshark is a simple and fast strain that’s suitable for growers of all different abilities, from the newest cultivator to the most skilled breeder. A double dose of Skunk genetics means that these plants give off the distinctive Skunk aroma, while the indica genetic ensure that they stay short and dense through their whole life span. Fat buds will grow along the main stalk as well as the secondary branches, meaning that towards the end of flowering you may need to give some extra support to the plant by staking or netting. Flowering occurs within 8 weeks, and a square yard of grow space will yield between 600 and 700 grams. Outdoors, if you’re growing in the Northern hemisphere, harvest will be around mid-October. When you’re drying these buds, the outside tends to dry faster than the inside and will appear to be crisping up after only a couple of days. However, the buds will not be properly aired out inside, so resist the temptation and leave them to cure until you’re sure that the whole bud is fully dry. If you give in and roll up some wet weed, it won’t burn and will leave a bad taste (literally) in your mouth.

A smooth smoke, Bullshark has the strong body effect and skunky sweet taste of its Great White Shark parent. A hint of fruitiness comes through that’s not very noticeable while the buds are growing, which is probably thanks to the Great White Shark parentage. The taste lingers delectably on your palate even as the creeping strength of the high takes over your whole body. This heaviness doesn’t tend to go away quickly either, so set yourself up for the night with some good entertainment and enjoy the feeling.

Cannaberry by Allele Seeds Research

Allele Seeds Research, USA

Indica-Dominant

Genetics: Cannalope Haze x Northern Lights x Blueberry

Potency: THC 18%

www.alleleseedsresearch.org

Cannaberry is a 60/40 indica/sativa hybrid project by U.S.-based cannabis research pioneers, Allele Seeds Research. The cross was made using a DNA Genetics Cannalope Haze female, a Sensi Seeds Northern Lights male and a Dutch Passion Blueberry female. This plant has two phenotypes, one that is super sativa head stash, and another (pictured here) that grows like a sativa but with fuller buds from the indica influence.

Cannalope Haze from DNA Genetics is a pure sativa plant that flowers in an incredibly fast 8 weeks. It is an ideal plant to mix with the pure indica indoor-growing Northern Lights from Sensi Seeds because the resulting hybrid is incredibly versatile and can be grown practically anywhere, indoors and out.  The stability and high yield of the Dutch Passion Blueberry means that this plant is a solid all-around performer  set to become a big player in the medical cannabis scene.

Cannaberry’s taste is super fruity with a subtle hint of cantaloupe that isn’t overwhelming but helps add  complexity to the taste. The effects are clear in the head but also offer a great deal of pain relief and help with spasms and inflammation. Check your dispensary for this great strain!