Granddaddy Purple Cannabis Seeds
If strikingly gorgeous, purple buds are your thing, then Granddaddy Purple should be on your ‘to-grow’ list. Otherwise known as GDP, this legendary 70/30% Indica/Sativa strain was created in 2003 in San Francisco as a cross of Mendo Purps, Skunk, and Afghan genetics.
Prized for its deep purple hues and distinctive grape and berry aromas, GDP is moderately potent at up to 23% THC levels. The initial energetic uplift from the Sativa is followed quickly by a deep sense of relaxation that lets stress and tension disappear. This strain is relatively easy to grow, delivering a high yield and flowering between 8 to 10 weeks. In a hurry? Check out the autoflowering plants which are smaller but easier to grow!
Flavor & Aroma
Granddaddy Purple has an unmistakable sweet, fruity aroma with notes of grapes and berries. Because of its Kush ancestors, some plants might also exhibit hints of earth and flowers. The flavour is true to its aroma, offering a burst of sweetness followed by an earthy exhale. Some users have even detected a hint of lavender and spice, adding an unexpected twist to its complexity.
Effects & Experience
Granddaddy Purple is a moderately high potency strain that ranges from 17 to 23% THC levels, which means most can enjoy a nice toke without being incapacitated or couch-locked. The Sativa genetics are responsible for an immediate energetic, uplifting high, which is quickly followed by a deep sense of calm and relaxation.
With a wide range of terpenes, GDP creates an almost trance-like effect that calms the mind and relaxes the body. Many users associate GDP with a blissful, positive high that is powerful yet balanced enough to go about their daily lives and engage in social situations.
Cultivation Tips
Granddaddy Purple is a relatively easy plant to cultivate both indoors and outdoors. These plants love light, so be sure to pick sunny spots or provide adequate grow lights. With proper care, indoor plants can yield 500g/m² and outdoor ones 600g/plant. Flowering time is about 8 to 10 weeks, and if you want a shorter lifecycle, you can choose to grow autoflowers.
GDP plants are medium-sized and are resilient to pests, mold, and mildew. Nevertheless, temperature should be kept between 21 and 26C and humidity between 40 and 50% during vegetative and 30 to 40% during flowering. Well-draining soil is crucial for healthy development, and be sure to feed nutrients appropriate to the stage of the lifecycle.
GDP vegetates vigorously, so you might want to employ training techniques like LST and topping. This strain can handle slightly cooler temperatures, but they are the happiest when kept around 25C.
Terpene & Cannabinoid Profile
Granddaddy Purple is a moderately potent strain with about 17 to 23% THC levels and less than 1% CBD. The three primary terpenes present are myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene, giving it a sweet, but earthy flavour.
Known Medical Benefits
Granddaddy Purple has been known to help significantly with insomnia, as the high Indica content delivers a powerful sedative high that can help with stress and anxiety relief. Many users also report the body high helping with muscle tension and chronic pain relief.
In addition, the Sativa’s uplifting properties can help with mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Lastly, like many other strains, GDP can cause the munchies, which can help with nausea, eating disorders, and appetite loss, particularly in cancer patients.
Did You Know?
The daddy of Granddaddy Purple is Ken Estes, a renowned cannabis breeder hailing from San Francisco. Owner of several clinics throughout California, Ken was first intrigued by the therapeutic benefits of medical cannabis after being paralyzed from the waist down in a motorcycle accident.
He soon became an activist for medical marijuana, and today, continues to work with the Granddaddy Purp Collective in Richmond, CA to bring the highest quality medical marijuana to patients in need. Simply, wow.
