How to grow Banana Blaze
Taste
Seb's take
A revival of a 1990s banana Indica, brought back by Dutch Passion rather than reinvented. Sweet and fruity on the nose with that distinctive banana note running through the smoke, the high settles relaxed, happy, and creative — an old strain playing its greatest hit.
Where it comes from
Dutch Passion built this by reviving an old 1990s banana indica rather than reinventing it, bringing a flavourful, indica-dominant line back to life, as the record puts it. The name is the whole story: a strain named and bred for its banana character, resurrected for a modern catalogue. A piece of horticultural restoration, then, more than a novelty cross. An old plant playing its greatest hit.
Nose & flavour
Sweet and fruity at the front, with the distinctive banana note the record dwells on running through both the aroma and the smoke. That unusual terpene combination is the point of her, a genuine banana character rather than a vague sweetness. Loud, ripe and unmistakable, and true to the name from nose to exhale. A memorable bouquet, and a singular one.
The high
Relaxed, happy and creative, a comfortable, good-humoured experience that lifts the mood and settles the body in equal measure. At 16 to 22% THC there is a fair range of strength on offer depending on the phenotype, so pace the first encounter accordingly. An agreeable, even-tempered high with a creative edge. Pleasant company for an unhurried stretch of the day.
Growing it
A quick one, she flowers in just 56 days for 400 to 500 g/m² and 1% CBD. No height figure is given, so I will not guess at one; the indica-dominant heritage suggests a manageable, sturdy plant. The chief appeal here is the flavour, revived intact from a nineties line, delivered on a short and convenient calendar. A characterful, fast-finishing plant for anyone who values a distinctive nose over novelty. Straightforward, and true to its name.
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Common questions about Banana Blaze
How long does Banana Blaze take to flower?
Around 8 weeks of flowering, by the breeder's numbers.
Is Banana Blaze an autoflower or a photoperiod strain?
A feminized photoperiod strain — flowering starts when you switch the lights, so the timing is yours to control.
How strong is Banana Blaze?
The breeder lists THC around 22%. Firmly in the strong band.
What does Banana Blaze smell and taste like?
Sweetness leads on the nose, and she doesn't whisper it.