Purple Kush

General info

In the world of cannabis, where hybridization reigns supreme and new strains are created every day, Purple Kush remains a true enigma within the world of weed.

Born on the West Coast of the United States in the Oakland area, this heady strain is 100% indica with a full-bodied, long-lasting effect that you can feel from the moment you imbibe.

Although there have been many attempts to create am indica strain of cannabis that is as pure and long-lasting as this one, Purple Kush remains a dominant force in its delivery and consistency, and continues to be a crowd favorite at Cannabis Cups all over the world.

Grow info

This dank indica is a cultivator’s favorite strains to grow. Because its parents come from the dry southern and eastern Asian regions of the world, Purple Kush is an adaptable and resilient strain to grow.

Many growers note that insects and other predators don’t bother this kush because of a bitter flavor that the leaves emit when bitten, broken, or chewed during its vegetative state. And, when flowering stage occurs, the high level of trichome production leaves the plant covered in milky white and sticky resin, which is a complete turn off to its would-be prey.

If grown indoors, Purple Kush flowers in as little as 8 weeks and a fair to medium yield. When conditions are arid and dry, this plant thrives, which makes is a fantastic plant to grow indoors. Outdoor growing in climates that are dry and warm is perfect for this tolerant strain.

Purple Kush is a compact plant that tends to be bushy in nature, rather than tall. Because of its numerous branches, it’s important to feed and fertilize this plant accordingly, and add minerals like silica for stalk strength during its vegetative stage.

Flowering Time – 56 days
Indoor yield – 14 to 16 ounces/sq. meter
Outdoor – 8 to 10 ounces/plant
THC – 20% to 23%
CBD – 0.10% to 0.16%
Sativa/Indica – 0%/100%

When flowering, Purple Kush is a true thing of beauty. Its buds are tinted purple, with orange hairs covering everything. The leaves of the plant tend also to turn a purple hue as the plant moves into its flowering stage.

When still on the plant, the sweet, almost grape aroma is noticeable to any passerby. If growing indoors, a good ventilation system is recommended to remove the smell from your grow area.

Once harvested and cured, the bud’s green and purple hues deepen and the bright orange hair remains all over the plant and vivid. The smell evolves into an earthy and sweet smell that can almost be tasted on the inhale and the exhale.

Purple Kush is a moderate producer with compact, bushy growth habits. It is a wonderful and highly tolerant strain to grow in any area that has a warm and dry growing season, or where moisture can be monitored and controlled. Overall, it is a very easy to grow and maintain, consistent yielding, high quality strain that people rely on for a long-lasting feel good experience.

FLAVORS

STRAIN TEST

Tested on 3/30/2016 by Alalytical360 in Washington, Purple Kush had 22.18% THC and 0.15% CBD levels. Activated totals were 0.71% and CBG totals were 0.23%. Terpene levels were 0.53, with primary concentrations of alpha-Pinene and Humulene


Tested on 1/25/2016 by CB Labs in California, Purple Kush had 19.04% THC and 0.12% CBD levels. Total Cannabinoid totals were 19.68%

EFFECTS

Attention! This is a pure indica strain. And, staying true to it true nature, Purple Kush will leave you in a hazy world of happiness, elation, and relaxation.

You might notice a warm, soft feeling in your head that moves all over the body, allowing the user to completely let go of the day and just relax. No more worry. No more pain. Just peace, a bit of silliness, and calm.

Although the brain feels clear, the body will feel heavy. Prepare for couchlock after the initial effects evolve into heavier, deeper feelings of relaxation. Grab your favorite snacks and get ready to settle in with a good movie and some friends.

Purple Kush is a medical cannabis user’s dream. It’s 100%/0% indica/sativa ratio make it the ultimate in feel good medicine.

Quick acting, and long-lasting, it instantly relieves chronic pain, anxiety, stress, tension, and worry. Some users note that it feels as if the world melts and all of their pain and problems fades away, leaving them feeling euphoric, calm, and peaceful.

Those who use cannabis to help with nausea or loss of appetite while undergoing various medical treatments such as chemotherapy love Purple Kush because it brings about feeling of hunger, helping them to eat.

Medical Users all over the world know and love Purple Kush and appreciate it for it highly medicinal value.