A strain that needs no introduction
OG Kush was first cultivated in Florida almost 30 years ago. Experts believe that the strain is a Chemdawg, Hindu Kush, and Lemon Thai hybrid with an unknown Northern Californian weed variant, but this has not been completely proven.
Regardless of her uncertain genetic lineage, OG Kush rose to become the most recognizable cannabis strain for breeding, recreational consumption, and medicinal use.
OG Kush is a worldwide favorite for her mid-high THC levels and Indica dominance. Earthy, pungent, and spicy are all words that may describe the taste of this legendary strain. Sour citrus and woody undertones emerge on the exhale, complemented by pine and other dank Kush notes.
The high begins fast and hard, producing a feeling of great sociability, talkativeness, hunger, and giggling. These effects make the bud great for light social situations, jumpstarting appetite recovery, calming down mood swings, or when you need a weed companion on do-nothing days. Moreover, the flower is also useful for temporarily getting rid of the symptoms of depression, stress, as well as chronic pains and aches.
OG Kush didn’t become the most famous cannabis strain by chance. Even against stiffer competition today, this weed still blows minds. So much so she remains a popular choice for home-growers despite the amount of work she requires to mature and flourish. Expert hands are most suited to handling her complicated growth patterns, but if you’re up for the challenge, feel free to try your luck on this legend. With ample preparation and proper care, OG Kush’s regular, feminized, or autoflowering seeds will produce a healthy plant with large, potent yields.
| Feminized & Regular | Autoflower | |
|---|---|---|
| Genotype | Genotype75% Indica / 25% Sativa | Genotype70% Indica / 20% Sativa / 10% Ruderalis |
| Lineage | LineageChemdawg x Lemon Thai x Pakistani Kush | LineageOG Kush x Haze 2.0 Auto |
| THC | THC19% | THC19% |
| CBD | CBDInsignificant | CBDInsignificant |
| Indoor Flowering / Yield | Indoor Flowering / Yield8-9 Weeks / 450-500 g/m² | Indoor Flowering / Yield10-11 Weeks (Seed to Harvest) / 400-450 g/m² |
| Outdoor Harvest Time / Yield | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldOctober / 500-550 g/plant | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldEarly Aril to Late October / 50-200 g/plant |
| Recommended To | Recommended ToExperienced Grower | Recommended ToBeginners |
Home cannabis cultivators can grow a photoperiod OG Kush using regular or feminized seeds. Because this strain is naturally quite hard to raise, you can avoid the entire process of plucking out males by growing feminized seeds. This minimizes the toil of growing a difficult plant, which already in itself is quite intimidating, without negatively affecting the potential harvest.
OG Kush does well both indoors and out, reaching between 90 to 160 cm and 180 to 220 cm, respectively. When humidity is high, the strain’s bushy foliage and dense buds make her susceptible to pathogens, such as molds, mildew, and bud rot. This means she is ideal for drier climates and will need suitable training techniques when cultivated inside. On average, OG Kush provides 450 to 500 grams per square meter in a controlled environment, with a flowering period of 8 to 9 weeks, and up to 550 grams per outdoor-grown plant to collect by October.
OG Kush, like all cannabis plants, requires the Big 3– nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, collectively known as NPK. However, the strain, along with other OG varieties, also needs a good dose of calcium and magnesium. Calcium is critical to plant development as it holds together the cell walls of plants and helps in withstanding stress. Calcium deficiency symptoms, which are typically obvious on newer leaves, may include:
On the other hand, magnesium directly aids in plant growth. Lack of this nutrient causes red stems to appear, as well as light green or yellow colors on the veins and edges of lower and older cannabis leaves.
If you’d really like to earn a stash of OG Kush buds but would like to defer facing the strain’s demanding needs, growing her autoflowering seeds is an excellent option. Auto OGK plants grow between 80 to 180 cm, with wide fan leaves and short internodal spacing. Because this variant is quite small, she is perfect for growing in limited spaces, such as stealth boxes and spandrels (the tiny room underneath the stairs). You may also place her outdoors, like in balconies and terraces, and still keep your all-important privacy.
Auto OG Kush grows vigorously yet requires little care, making her ideal for novices. If you reside in regions with humid climates and short summers, her autoflowering capability is a tremendous benefit. Moisture is this strain’s kryptonite, just like her older photoperiod sister, because her dense and compact structure tends to interfere with air circulation and light exposure, two crucial factors in controlling dampness. The good news is that since an autoflowering lifecycle ends fast, fungi and plagues cannot proliferate quickly enough to affect or start an infestation. Plus, with a lifespan of only 10 to 11 weeks, she can grow outdoors and make the most of the warmest and sunniest season, avoiding the cold autumn breeze.
As one would expect from a cannabis autoflower, OGK Auto needs an adequate diet and as much number of hours of daylight as possible to show her full potential. Indoors, providing 20 to 23 hours of light is common practice amongst autoflowering weed growers. Lack of daylight hours does not impact her growth and she will start flowering regardless, but light is crucial in photosynthesizing and bud production, so less light may mean less buds. We also recommend using 10- to 20-liter pots. Besides getting the suitable container size, you must ensure that the substrate stays well aerated, so the plant roots can readily absorb all available nutes. In addition, water frequently but sparsely to prevent accumulating standing water.
Growing Auto OG Kush outdoors requires constant monitoring as the little lady is susceptible to bugs, molds, and diseases. Moreover, while she can hold out to cooler nights, she needs plenty of sun and ample warmth to produce decent to satisfactory yields.
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