Buttercream Gelato is 60 % indica and 40 % sativa. Genetic traits include Hindu Kush, a popular compact indica strain, Gelato, which is known for its strong high, and the world-famous sativa Durban. The plants are usually tall when fully grown and have a flowering time of 55-75 days. They produce a woody, citrusy scent with a hint of hashish. The high is an intense physical stone with a creative, euphoric lift.
The growth of Buttercream Gelato
The plants take slightly longer than average to complete their flowering period. During this time, they grow to considerable heights. These seeds are feminized. This means that all the plants they produce will flower as if they were female. Beginners find that this is an advantage as they do not have to identify and remove the male plants during cultivation.
The plants have a relatively long flowering time of around 55 to 75 days. However, most growers agree that the resulting buds are well worth the wait. Despite being an indica-dominant strain, growers can expect the plants to grow quite tall, especially when cultivated outdoors.
Despite this height, the indica influence is evident in the appearance of the plants. They exhibit strong lateral branching. During the flowering period, the branches are loaded with weighty buds. The long, thick colas form on the central stem and branches and have a lot of sticky resin.
When grown outdoors under the right conditions, the plants produce a good yield. They are also suitable for indoor cultivation. Outdoors, the best climate is Mediterranean: warm, sunny and with a long, reliable summer.
The effect of Buttercream Gelato
After consumption, users will notice the fast-acting physical stone that gives a strong feeling of relaxation. While this is typical of indica dominant strains, the sativa is evident in the accompanying uplifting high that often leaves users feeling chatty and creative.
The smell and taste of Buttercream Gelato
The influence of this strain's Gelato ancestry is evident in its aroma, taste and high. Gelato comes from the Cookie family of cannabis strains, which is known for sweet, fruity dessert flavors. The combination with the earthy notes of Hindu Kush and the subtle spice of Durban has created a delicious blend.
During flowering, the plants develop a subtle citrus aroma with notes of sandalwood, mint and vanilla. There is also a distinct hint of hashish, which intensifies as the buds approach harvest time. The subtlety of the smell makes this a good strain for discreet growing.
Users can expect a full, rich flavor with a creamy, fruity aftertaste.
Characteristics of Buttercream Gelato
- Variety: Indica - Sativa hybrid
- Type of strain: Feminized
- Genetics: Durban X Gelato X Hindu Kush
- Effect: Relaxing, Creative, Euphoric, Strong body stone
- Flavor: Sweet, Fruity, Creamy, Earthy, Hashish, Sandalwood
- Indoor flowering time: 8 - 11 weeks
- Outdoor harvest time: Early October to early November
- Indoor yield: n.a.
- Outdoor yield: n.a.
- Indoor size: 120 - 180 cm
- Size outdoor: over 200 cm
- THC content: 17-20 %
- CBD content: n.a.
