Original Glue: Sticky Chocolate Goodness
Original Glue seeds grow into tall plants with a unique color scheme. The leaves on the plant are reddish brown with hints of purple. The buds at the very top of the plant are dark purple with flashes of yellow and orange, which are the pistils growing out of the buds. A closer look at the buds reveals that they are bright green in color, but the crystal resin trichomes make them look pale and whiter than normal. The harvested nuggets are delicious-looking. If you are a massive cannabis fan, you will appreciate the way these nuggets break apart and release that skunky, pungent aroma that’s akin to old-school cannabis. The Original Glue or GG4 strain of cannabis has won a ton of notable awards since its inception in 2009. It won the 2014 High Times Cannabis Cup in Michigan, Los Angeles, and Jamaica. It also won the 2015 World Cannabis Cup for Best Hybrid Flower as well as the 2016 Colorado Cannabis Cup’s second place for Best Hybrid Flower. With a resume like this it is no wonder why Original Glue is popping up in more and more grow rooms all over the world.
Growing Tips for Our Seeds
Original Glue cannabis requires at least an intermediate level of cultivation experience, but since all Growers Choice cannabis seeds are feminized, the growing process is much easier. Original Glue grows well both indoors and outdoors. The strain thrives in semi-humid and very warm environments. Sunlight or artificial light is very important to the success of this strain. Also, you are going to want to make sure that there is ample air circulation so the bottom levels of this plant receive just as much attention as the tops. You can grow it in soil or by using hydroponics. However, if you opt for hydroponics, know that it will need to be trimmed regularly as Original Glue cannabis grows like, well, a weed.
Dial in Your Growing Conditions
- Indoor or Outdoor: Original Glue cannabis plants can be grown indoors and outdoors by experienced growers. The ideal temperature for these plants is around 68-85 degrees Fahrenheit. During the vegetative phase, maintain a light cycle of 18-20 hours of light per day to promote healthy growth. To induce flowering, you should dial back the light cycle to 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness to mimic the outdoors’ natural light.
- Moisture control: Humidity levels should be kept around 50-60% during the vegetative stage and 40-50% during the flowering stage of growth. This will help keep mold and mildew off of your buds.
- Training Techniques: With Indoor grows, this strain responds well to the Screen of Green method due to being a rapid grower. You will want to trim and clip your branches to eliminate the ones that aren’t growing and allow the healthy limbs to produce more buds. This will come in handy come harvest time when your yields are high.
The Germination Game Plan
Before you even plant your Original Glue 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 short flowering period of 55-65 days. Cultivated outdoors, Original Glue plants should produce a most satisfying and sizable yield sometime around mid-October.
- Yields: While Indoor yields are around 500 grams per square meter, outdoor grows typically produce up to 600 grams per plant. These massive yields of super sticky buds are well worth the time and effort you need to grow this specific strain of cannabis.
Dominant Terpenes in Original Glue: Sticky Icky
The Original Glue 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 caryophyllene, while limonene and myrcene are secondary terpenes.
- Caryophyllene: Most Dominant – This terpene is one of the most common in cannabis plants. It produces a spicy and peppery aroma and flavor profile.
- Limonene: Secondary Terpene – Found in the rinds of citrus fruits and cannabis plants, this terpene helps with anxiety and improves lung function.
- Myrcene: Earthy & Herbal – Earthy and herbal, contributing to the strain’s relaxing effects on the user. Known as the “Mother of All Terpenes”.
Dominant Cannabinoids in Original Glue:
Cannabinoids play an important role in Original Glue seeds and are generally a huge part of most strains of cannabis. That happy, relaxed, and euphoric feeling you get when enjoying the Original Glue 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 a monster 30%, the THC in this Indica-dominant strain is responsible for the relaxed and euphoric feeling you get when enjoying Original Glue cannabis.
- CBD: Very Minimal Amounts – While the CBD levels in Original Glue 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.
