Cactus: Super Enjoyable
Cactus marijuana seeds grow into medium to tall plants with dark green leaves and buds. The plants are bushy and feature a lot of crystal resin trichomes littering the surface area. The buds look as if they were sprinkled with sugar because of these trichomes. You can also see white and yellow pistils growing out of the very top of the bud sites. The harvested nuggets are dense and dank, and breaking them apart releases that infamous odor that cannabis users love. Growers love the aroma, too, because it lets them know that the plant is nearing harvest. Popular in the Seattle region of the Pacific Northwest, the Cactus strain won the 2012 High Times Cannabis Cup. An award that is only given out to the best of the best cannabis strains in the world. With a trophy like this one on its mantle, Cactus is world-renowned for its popularity in the cannabis community.
Growing Tips for Our Seeds
Cactus feminized cannabis seeds are a great choice for novice to experienced growers looking for a resilient and rewarding strain to grow indoors or outside. Cactus cannabis plants can also be grown outdoors, where they benefit from natural sunlight and fresh air. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil. This strain is hardy and can handle various weather conditions, but it still needs some protection from extreme weather and pests. Cactus marijuana plants thrive in moist, but never soggy, soil. Mulching can help retain soil moisture and protect the roots from temperature fluctuations.
Dial in Your Growing Conditions
- Indoor or Outdoor: Cactus cannabis plants can be grown indoors and outdoors by all levels of growers. The ideal temperature for these plants is around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. During the vegetative phase, maintain a light cycle of 18-20 hours of light per day to promote healthy growth. During the flowering stage, it’s important to adjust the light cycle to 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness.
- Moisture control: When it comes to humidity, keeping it at moderate levels is important. During the vegetative stage, aim for a humidity level of around 50-60%. At the beginning of the flowering stage, gradually reduce the humidity to about 40-50%. This lower humidity helps prevent mold and mildew from developing on the buds.
- Training Techniques: Low-stress training (LST) and High-stress training (HST) methods can really help with the success of this particular strain. These methods, ultimately, increase yields and protect the plants from overgrowth and a loss in THC content.
The Germination Game Plan
Before you even plant your Cactus 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: Growing indoors, you can expect to harvest after a flowering period of 55-65 days. If grown outdoors, the grower can expect to harvest in the first week of October.
- Yields: While Indoor yields are around 220 grams per square meter, outdoor grows typically produce up to 220 grams per plant. These yields aren’t massive but they are a welcomed reward for a job well done. First-time growers should rejoice in these numbers.
Dominant Terpenes in Cactus: Sweet And Sour Pine
The Cactus terpene profile is directly responsible for how the plant smells and tastes and the strong effects it has on its users. The most dominant terpene in this strain is myrcene, while limonene and pinene are secondary terpenes.
- Myrcene: Most Dominant – The “Mother of all Terpenes” produces an earthy and woodsy scent and flavor.
- Limonene: Secondary Terpene – Found commonly in the rind of citrus fruits, this terpene, when found in cannabis, improves lung function and helps with anxiety.
- Pinene: Pine Needles – Found in pine needles and conifer trees, this terpene adds to the flavor and aroma of cannabis plants.
Dominant Cannabinoids in Cactus:
Cannabinoids play an important role in Cactus seeds and are generally a huge part of most strains of cannabis. That happy, creative, and euphoric feeling you get when enjoying the Cactus strain is due to its dominant cannabinoids. Each cannabinoid does something different to the user.
- 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 24%, the THC in this Sativa-dominant strain is responsible for the euphoric and happy feeling you get when enjoying Cactus cannabis.
- CBD: Very Minimal Amounts – While the CBD levels in Cactus are around 1%, the cannabinoid is still present, and the effects are noticeable in this strain. CBD plays a smaller role in what the strain does to the user.
