This gorilla of a strain is sure to knock you out with its powerful punch.
Gorilla Glue is a three-way hybrid of the eminent strains Chocolate Diesel, Sour Dubb, and Chem’s Sister. The various phenotypes developed by the breeder are labeled GG1, GG4, andGG5, but GG4 is their flagship product and is also known as Original Glue.
Besides coming from a prominent genetic lineage, Gorilla Glue made a name for itself by receiving multiple prestigious accolades. It bagged several awards, including first place at the 2014 Los Angeles and Michigan Cannabis Cups and the High Times Jamaican World Cup.
What makes this strain worthy of its immense popularity is the potency that will literally glue users to the couch. With THC levels ranging from 25% to 30%, it has the ability to numb the body and ease aches and pains with its soothing impact. Part of its formidable high is also the cerebral buzz that can send anyone into an uplifted mood, resulting in fits of laughter. Additionally, GG is a highly sought-after medicinal strain for treating stress, mild cases of depression, and anxiety. But above all, it’s an efficient antidote for insomnia and chronic pains like cramps and headaches. Therefore, it’s best consumed at nighttime.
Another plus is the aroma that’s similar to one of its parents, Chocolate Diesel. The mocha and coffee notes are introduced to the nose first, but once it hits the tongue, an explosion of citrus and pine will titillate the taste buds.
If you want to have a Gorilla Glue plant of your own, it’s currently available in photoperiod and autoflowering seeds. They are relatively easy to grow, and within a few short weeks, growers will be rewarded with a bountiful yield of incredibly gluey buds – another reason for its name.
| Feminized & Regular | Autoflower | |
|---|---|---|
| Genotype | Genotype50% Indica / 50% Sativa | Genotype50% Indica / 50% Sativa + Ruderalis |
| Lineage | LineageChocolate Diesel x Sour Dubb x Chem’s Sister | LineageChocolate Diesel x Sour Dubb x Chem’s Sister x Ruderalis |
| THC | THC25% to 30% | THCUp to 26% |
| CBD | CBDLess than 1% | CBDLess than 1% |
| Indoor Flowering / Yield | Indoor Flowering / Yield8 to 9 Weeks / 450 to 510 g/m² | Indoor Flowering / Yield6 to 8 weeks / 113 to 170 g/m² |
| Outdoor Harvest Time / Yield | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldOctober / 600 g/plant | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldAugust to October / 100 to 170 g/plant |
| Recommended To | Recommended ToBeginner / Intermediate | Recommended ToBeginner |
Whether they are the photoperiod or autoflower versions, GG seeds may be planted either indoors or outdoors. When the plants mature, the chunky, light green buds will be coated by thick layers of trichomes, resulting in a frosty appearance. Tiny orange hairs will sprinkle the pale blooms, adding to their bag appeal. Note that this strain is extremely resinous – a sign of its potency. When harvesting the nugs, make sure that your cutting tools have been sharpened and protect your hands with a pair of gloves.
Gorilla Glue’s photoperiod plants are known to have a rapid growth rate and a short flowering period of only 8 to 9 weeks. With a height ranging from 60 to 150 cm, it’s compact enough to fit in most spaces. That said, the growing process can be challenging if the growing area isn’t kept warm and dry. If the conditions aren’t right, the plants might become vulnerable to diseases and pests.
For maximum productivity, growers can apply some training techniques. For instance, the plant may be topped during the vegetative stage to stimulate more bud sites. At the same time, employing the Screen of Green (SCROG) method can encourage more lateral branching.
Indoor growers are in luck because this strain truly appreciates a controlled environment. When using a hydroponic setup, regularly prune the shrubs as they end to grow rapidly. Soil is also a good option for boosting the terpene profile. In either case, the temperature should not go lower than 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) nor exceed 27 degrees Celsius (80 degrees Fahrenheit). During vegetation, the optimum relative humidity (RH) level is 60%, but it should be decreased to 45% in the flowering stage. Using these techniques, a maximum yield of 510 grams per square meter can be expected after 8 to 9 weeks.
If you live in an area with a warm and sunny climate, this strain can also flourish outdoors. It has high resistance against common diseases and pests, but it needs plenty of magnesium, calcium, and sulfur to thrive. By the end of October, the buds should be ready to harvest. Each plant can generate up to 600 grams of sticky, delectable buds.
Should you choose regular GG seeds, be aware that your crop will have a 50/50 chance of becoming male or female. Germinate twice as many seeds as you think you will require for the best results.
In contrast to the photoperiod version, Autoflower GG is more straightforward to handle. The grow light schedule can remain constant at 18/6, 20/4, or even 24 hours on for the entire growth cycle. Furthermore, the short life span means you can harvest buds twice or more a year. In just 12 short weeks, the germinated seeds will have grown into fully mature plants. This means that for outdoor cultivation, you can plant one batch in April for a June or mid-July harvest. The second batch of seeds germinated in June will be ready by October.
Like most autos, this varietal will be short and stout with a smaller yield of 100 to 200 grams. To bump up the yield, use the Sea of Green (SOG) technique.
Auto GG plants can easily fight off bugs, mildew, and molds. They grow well both indoors and outdoors, but their diminutive size makes them ideal for a grow tent or cabinet. With the addition of Ruderalis genes, it is hardy and resilient enough to withstand colder temperatures as long as the environment is not too damp.
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