Darth Vader OG: The Force is Strong With This Bud
Darth Vader OG seeds are a hot commodity in the cannabis community. With it’s euphoric effects on the user and ease of growth more and more people are flocking to the mysterious bud. It is slightly Indica-dominant but the effects are entirely Indica. Defintely not a daytime weed this strain will chill you out from head to toe in a matter of minutes. The THC content is huge in this devilishly purple plant. Fully grown the leaves have a little green and virbant ambers. Once trimmed, dried and harvested the buds dense and heavy and produce an amazing aroma when broken up. Some would say you need to be an intermediate level grower to successfully grow Vader OG, but with our growing tips, even the greenest of green thumbs can figure this strain out.
Growing Tips for Our Seeds
Darth Vader OG seeds require a warm, moderately dry climate to really hit their stride. Indoor and outdoor grows are possible as the conditions are pretty easy to maintain. The plants will grow to a mx of five feet tall when grown outdoors, so make sure you have ample head room and leave room for the leaves to really stretch and sprawl out. Indoor grows will definitely require some measurements of your setup before planting. Its bushy growth won’t require a lot of space laterally just be mindful of having enough space for the branches and protruding buds.
Dial in Your Growing Conditions
- Indoor or Outdoor: Darth Vader OG grows well indoors and depending on the environment, will grow well outdoors too. The ideal temperature for these plants is a between 70-80 degrees fahrenheit. They will need 18 hours of light a day. When they start to flower, they will need 12 hours of light a day.
- Â Moisture control: The Vader OG strain requires humidity levels around 50% during the vegetative stage of this grow. Lowering the humidity slightly from vegetative to flowering stage to around 40-50% is a great way of keeping these plants from growing mold and mildew on the lower buds.
- Training Techniques: Darth Vader OG plants respond to Screen of Green and Low-stress training. Both techniques promote growth and increase yield while also maintaining the plants strong THC levels. Adjusting and trimming the canopy will ensure that ample light reaches even the lower buds.
The Germination Game Plan
Before you even plant your Darth Vader OG female cannabis plants, you will first need to germinate these seeds. To do so, refer to our free germination guide, knowing that they are backed by our impressive 90% germination guarantee.
Yields, Flowering Time and Harvest
- Flowering Time: With indoor grows you can expect the Vader OG strain to harvest after a flowering stage of 55-65 days. Outdoor growers should anticipate harvesting in early to mid-October. The grows are fast all things considered. The plant size and grow time mean you can have multiple plants growing simultaneously without using too much space, increasing your yields.
- Yields: While Indoor yields are around 350 grams per square meter, outdoor grows typically produce up to 350 grams per plant. These yields are great considering the THC content and short grow time.
Dominant Terpenes in Darth Vader OG: Embrace the Dark Side
The Darth Vader OG terpene profile is directly responsible for how the plant smells, tastes and the strong effects it has on its users. The most dominant terpene in this strain is Beta-Caryophyllene, while myrcene, and limonene are the secondary terpenes.
- Beta-Caryophyllene: Cannabinoid – Often associated with a spicy aroma. This terpene gives cannabis its warm and inviting scent.
- Myrcene: Secondary Terpene – Known for its relaxing and sedative effects. Helps with mental focus and creativity.
- Limonene: Most Common Terpene – Found in many citrus fruits, especially in the rinds. Has many therapeutic effects on the user.
Dominant Cannabinoids in Darth Vader OG:
Cannabinoids play an important role in Darth Vader OG seeds and are generally a huge part of most cannabis strains. That euphoric, relaxed and sleepy feeling you get when using the Vader OG strain is due to its dominant cannabinoids. Each cannabinoid does something a little different.
- THC: The Main Character – THC is the most dominant cannabinoid on the molecular level of this strain. The crystalline compound tetrahydrocannabinol is the main ingredient of cannabis. Topping out at an impressive 25%, the THC in the Indica-dominant hybrid is responsible for how relaxed and chill you feel after using.
- CBD: Very Minimal Amounts – While the CBD levels in Darth Vader OG are less than 1% the cannabinoid is still present.
