How to grow Critical Skunk
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Seb's take
Critical Mass crossed with Skunk for a heavy, commercially-minded plant that a well-chosen clone can push toward 650–800g/m². Skunk, unapologetically, on the nose; the high is happy and creative, relaxed and uplifted with an aroused edge. Suited to greenhouses and short outdoor seasons as much as a proper indoor room.
Where it comes from
Mr. Nice Seedbank crossed Critical Mass with Skunk for a heavy, commercially-minded plant with real potential in the right hands. A well-chosen mother, cloned out, is where the big numbers live — the record is candid that its yield estimates assume a selected clone rather than a scattergun of seed. A regular-seed line for the grower who likes to hunt their own keeper and run it properly.
Nose & flavour
Skunk, unapologetically — that is the note the record returns, and it needs no dressing up. A loud, classic, unmistakable profile of the old-school sort, pungent and full. She does not travel discreetly, and the Skunk in her name is a statement of fact rather than a flourish.
The high
Happy and creative, relaxed and uplifted, with an aroused, lively edge running through — a bright, well-rounded high that keeps the mind at work while easing the body. Cheerful, engaged company rather than a sedating one. The sort of balanced character that keeps a classic Skunk cross in favour year after year.
Growing it
Indoor flowering usually takes six to eight weeks — around 42 to 56 days — though it depends heavily on the mother selected. From a well-chosen clone the yield can reach 650 to 800 g/m², which marks her out as one for commercial ventures. She suits greenhouse growers and short outdoor seasons especially, finishing outdoors around late September or early October in the Northern Hemisphere. Suited to the inexperienced and the advanced alike — though it is the careful mother-selection that unlocks those heavier numbers.
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Common questions about Critical Skunk
How long does Critical Skunk take to flower?
Around 7 weeks of flowering, by the breeder's numbers. Quick, as these things go.
Is Critical Skunk an autoflower or a photoperiod strain?
Regular photoperiod seed — expect males and females in the packet, and plan to identify the males early.
How strong is Critical Skunk?
The breeder lists THC around 19%. Firmly in the strong band.
What does Critical Skunk smell and taste like?
Fuel on the nose — she does not travel discreetly.