The superstar strain of the ‘90s that still wows today
A three-time High Times Cannabis Cup first placer, Super Silver Haze was the queen of Sativas in the ’90s. The strain’s name most likely comes from the way its marijuana buds appear, with a fresh coat of snow freshly fallen on them, giving them a silvery sheen that leaves cannabis enthusiasts in awe.
One hit of SSH, and it’s clear why it is still so popular. The ganja has a smooth, sweet citrus flavor with faint undertones of spice and damp earth. It is also deceptively potent, with a THC content between 18 and 23% that brings instant euphoric head buzz. As strong as a couple of espresso shots, the high is energizing with alert-, creativity-, and focus-heightening qualities, but without the jitters. For medical cannabis users, the Sativa-leaning strain is an effective daytime medication for fatigue, mood disorders, nausea, and migraines.
If you constantly need weed to put you into production mode, consider growing Super Silver Haze. This top-shelf strain comes with a premium price in dispensaries, but you can save a lot in the long run if you cultivate it at home instead. You also have control over the environment in which the plant is grown, increasing the potency and quality of the final product. Its feminized and regular seeds are for experienced growers, while autoflower seeds are perfect for beginners.
| Feminized & Regular | Autoflower | |
|---|---|---|
| Genotype | Genotype20% Indica / 80% Sativa | Genotype15% Indica / 75% Sativa / 10% Ruderalis |
| Lineage | LineageSkunk #1 x Northern Lights x Haze | LineageSuper Silver Haze x Unknown Ruderalis |
| THC | THC18-23% | THC17% |
| CBD | CBDInsignificant | CBDInsignificant |
| Indoor Flowering / Yield | Indoor Flowering / Yield9-11 Weeks / 550 g/m² | Indoor Flowering / Yield10-12 Weeks (Seed to Harvest) / 200-300 g/m² |
| Outdoor Harvest Time / Yield | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldOctober / 450 g/plant | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldJuly to October / 120-170 g/plant |
| Recommended To | Recommended ToIntermediate | Recommended ToBeginners |
Super Silver Haze is quite a generous cannabis variety of medium difficulty. It is a typical Sativa that grows 5 or 6 feet tall or more. Requiring ample upward space to thrive, a few plants of this strain can easily overcrowd or outgrow the cultivation area.
You are encouraged to grow Super Silver Haze outdoors if you are somewhere with a sunny and warm equatorial climate. This is a more affordable option that can provide up to 450 grams of fresh buds per plant. Another reason to grow outside is the strain’s good tolerance against pests, mold, powdery mildew, and common diseases that attack cannabis plants.
Growers who prefer a more discreet approach or would like to ensure a bigger harvest can grow indoors instead. A well-regulated, climate-controlled environment can produce up to 550 grams of sticky buds per square meter after a long 9 to 11 weeks of flowering. However, bear in mind that you’ll need plenty of vertical space for this lady and will likely have to perform some grow training techniques to manage its stretch.
The vegetative phase is the best time to start taming Super Silver Haze’s growth as it leaves the plant enough time to recover flowering begins. Here are the various methods you can perform during this stage:
Bending or low-stress training (LST). Both require tying the main stem down to keep tall cannabis plants within a manageable height. They also increase light penetration to the lower foliage and budding sites, resulting in bigger yields.
Topping. This is a more aggressive training approach that entails cutting off the top of the plant, where the primary cola would otherwise emerge. It forces the plant to bush out rather than grow upward and produce two colas instead of one, increasing the potential yield.
Screen of green (ScrOG). This method involves growing your plants through a mesh screen, encouraging their branches to grow outward and develop a carpet-like canopy. With more surface exposed to light, the plant not only stays relatively small but also more productive.
If you didn’t use a height-limiting technique while the plants were still vegetating, there are some methods you can try, albeit limited and less efficient.
Adjust the height of the grow lights. You’ll want to raise your lights higher to avoid burning your plants.
Lower light intensity. If you can’t raise your lights, lowering their intensity might help prevent light burn. Unfortunately, a decrease in yield is to be expected.
Reduce light hours. The plant’s growth will be restricted by less light. You don’t want to go too far since you might end up ruining your crop. However, lowering it to 11 or even 10 hours per day should hopefully prevent stretching at this stage.
Lollipop the plants. This is one of the few training methods used in the flowering stage. It necessitates the removal of all the plant’s lower growth, which absorbs much of its energy. The plant will grow on the shorter side and minimize moisture accumulation while increasing yield.
One of the many benefits of growing Super Silver Haze autoflower seeds is that they produce plants that flower without changes in the light cycle. Autos are also generally hardier and better able to withstand growing errors. This variety is perfect for novices since it requires less equipment and attention.
Autoflowering Super Silver Haze produces relatively small cannabis plants, reaching around 80 to 100cm indoors and 110 to 150cm outdoors. While quite big for an autoflower, this strain’s size is still easy to manage. It thrives in various climates and is quite resistant to pests, illnesses, and mildew.
Super Silver Haze Autoflower provides decent yields. Outdoor harvests between July and October tend to be the biggest at around 120 to 170 grams per plant. On the other hand, indoor yields reach up to 200 to 300 grams per square meter. Employing the Sea of Green (SOG) technique will maximize the output.
Here are other tips that can help you make the most out of your grow:
Do not repot. Start Auto Super Silver Haze in its final pot to avoid transplant shock. You won’t need an enormous container, but it should be large enough to accommodate a growing plant.
Use a root stimulant. This will boost root growth, but be careful not to go overboard and only use the minimum recommended dose.
Opt for light, airy soil. Autos prefer light and airy soil with lower levels of nutrients. Choose a lightly fertilized potting mix that is not too compact, so the roots can access adequate amounts of air.
A combination of a good light schedule and the right lighting system. Autoflowers are independent of light schedules, but light is still necessary for their growth and bud production. The 18/6 lighting schedule is popular among growers since it provides good results while using less energy.
Fluorescent lamps like T5 lights can be used to start your Super Silver Haze Auto seeds and raise young cannabis plants. These are energy-efficient and don’t get hot, so there’s no danger of your delicate seedlings being burned.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are now popular alternatives to high-pressure sodium (HPS) lighting in grow rooms worldwide. HID bulbs are more expensive up-front, but they use far less energy than HPS, so you will save a lot of money in the long run.
Water properly. Don’t constantly water your Super Silver Haze Auto plants, but instead only when they need it. You must wait for the soil to dry between waterings. To check, stick your finger 1 to 2 inches into the soil. If the medium feels dry, you can water. Some are also familiar with the weight of the pot, watering only if it seems lighter.
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