Granddaddy Purple Seeds

An Introduction to Granddaddy Purple Seeds

The Granddaddy Purple strain, which is sometimes spelled as “Grand Daddy Purple” also answers to the name “GDP” or “Granddaddy Purps.” This indica-dominant strain is known for being quite potent, and is the offspring of  Big Bud cannabis and Purple Urkle cannabis–both of which are indica-dominant hybrids.

As one of the most popular indicas in the State of California, Granddaddy Purple is often compared to another highly popular indica-dominant strain: Grape Ape cannabis. However, its popularity isn’t relegated just to Californians, which is why so many growers flock to us at Growers Choice Seeds to buy their Granddaddy Purple feminized marijuana seeds.

Packing quite the punch, novice users and those with a low tolerance to THC will definitely want to start off conservatively. Maybe try just one or two hits at most and wait to see how this strain’s  potent effects land before indulging in more.

What are Granddaddy Purple cannabis’ fragrance and flavor profiles?

Granddaddy Purple cannabis is known for its tempting berry aroma profile that many users say smells of grapes and berries. Its sweet aroma is likely to linger in the room long after you’ve finished enjoying this indica-rich strain.

This strain tastes very similar to its fragrance, offering users a tasty fruity flavor of grapes and berries but with an added hint of pine and citrus.

Terpenes

Terpenes are naturally occurring chemical compounds found in plant life (and even some animals!) They are responsible for the fragrance, flavors, and sometimes even the color and hue of many vegetative forms, including marijuana plants.

Granddaddy Purple contains linalool, myrcene, β-Pinene, caryophyllene, geraniol, and α-Bisabolol.

What are the effects of the Granddaddy Purple strain?

• Relaxing
• Uplifting
• Unwinding
• Euphoric

Known for its powerful cerebral effects and physically-soothing properties, Granddaddy Purple cannabis is about calming both mind and body while simultaneously leaving recreational users happily floating in a warm fuzzy blanket of good feelings before drifting off to the land of dreams.

However, before this strain has you blissfully sawing logs, you’re likely to first experience a strong and uplifting mental high that will probably impart some potent psychoactive effects. Depending on your tolerance level, these effects could either result in a pleasant, humming and euphoric brain buzz or leave you feeling a bit overwhelmed.

Used in moderation though, chances are you’ll just be able to enjoy happiness and a sense of contentment as the indica-esque effects wash over you. Even though this strain is heavy on relaxing traits, many say that the mood boost it provides tends to leave them initially feeling filled with so much joy that they cannot help but burst into laughter.

All that said, don’t let Granddaddy Purple’s cannabis’ initial effects fool you into thinking that this is a strain for hitting the town with, as sedation is nearly guaranteed with this powerhouse of an indica.

It is considered by more seasoned users to be an ideal choice for ending the day with a sense of serenity and joy. As such, Granddaddy Purple and its powerful effects may be the solution to unwinding from a long and stress-filled day that has you feeling mentally and physically tensed up, as once its physical effects take hold, users tend to report feeling a deep sense of relaxation and, sometimes, a little bit peckish before merrily toddling off to bed.

How do I grow Granddaddy Purple cannabis seeds?

Not only is Granddaddy Purple cannabis a popular choice amongst recreational and medical users for its uplifting and sedative effects, but it’s also a fan favorite amongst cultivators thanks to its ease of growth, which is due in part to its naturally high resistance to common diseases. In addition, since we at Growers Choice Seeds only sell feminized seeds growers have a near-100% likelihood of ending up with all-female plants.

While Granddaddy Purple plants can definitely be grown outdoors in a moderately warm climate where they get plenty of sun, as well as protection from the elements, it tends to thrive best indoors. However, if you are going to cultivate this one outside, you’ll want to keep an eye on it as around day 60 its hefty buds may start to weigh down its limbs and branches, at which point you will want to provide them some additional supports.

To cultivate this fabulous marijuana strain inside, know that it will respond well to both hydroponics and soil so long as it is in a well-ventilated space. In addition, it prefers temperatures in the 70s (Fahrenheit) and humidity levels that are in the 50-55% range.

What do Granddaddy Purple cannabis plants look like?

This strain tends to produce bushy plants that are short and stocky with very dense buds–all of which are common indica structural traits. However, its nuggets are quite large, which is generally more of a sativa trait. For the curious, it is believed that Granddaddy’s Purple has such large buds thanks to its parent Big Bud.

Speaking of this indica’s nuggets, which feature vibrant orange pistils and a very generous frosty layer of white trichomes, word on the street is that they get their deep purple hues from their other parent Purple Urkle.

When is the harvest time for your Granddaddy Purple cannabis plants?

When it comes to yields both indoors and out, Granddaddy Purple cannabis does not disappoint. However, while most strains, like indica-dominant GMO Cookies and indica-leaning THC Bomb, produce larger outdoor yields than indoor ones, Granddaddy Purple plants tend to provide indoor cultivators with slightly larger harvests.

When grown inside, this indica should render approximately 540 grams per square meter after completing its flowering time in 8 to 11 weeks.

Although Granddaddy Purple cannabis does produce bigger yields indoors, its outdoor harvests aren’t exactly disappointing as they tend to average around 480+ grams per plant sometime around the middle of October.