How to grow NLX Special

75% indica - 25% sativa
NLX Special bud — quarter view
THC 19%
Flowering 49 - 56 days
Yield 500 g/m²
Height 90-120cm

Seb's take

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Northern Lights and White Widow combine into a short, near-odourless plant that asks very little of the grower — mould, pests, and swings in temperature all bounce off her. Forgiving of enthusiasm, she finishes in 7–8 weeks with yields up to 500g/m², discreet enough for those who'd rather not announce the harvest.

Where it comes from

Kera Seeds developed this one from Northern Lights and White Widow — two names that between them have dominated the community since their debut, as the record puts it, and rarely put a foot wrong when crossed. The result is a hardy, forgiving indica-dominant plant that asks almost nothing of the grower. A special one, the name claims; a sensibly bred one, at the least.

Nose & flavour

Discretion is the theme here — the record's chief boast is a lack of odour, which makes her a quiet neighbour and leaves the tasting notes largely to the imagination. Expect the sweet, earthy Northern Lights character behind whatever little travels. An aroma that keeps to itself, which for some growers is precisely the appeal.

The high

At 19% THC, with a high CBD reading alongside, the effect leans toward the settled, indica end — measured and relaxing rather than racy. The record keeps the specifics light, so take her as steady, unhurried company. A plant more concerned with being easy and discreet than with making a scene, and the effect follows suit.

Growing it

This is where she earns the name. Short, near-odourless, and forgiving of enthusiasm — resistant to mould, pests, and swings in temperature and humidity alike. She finishes fast, in 7 to 8 weeks, standing 90 to 120cm, with yields up to 500 g/m². For a nervous first-timer or anyone who would rather not announce the harvest to the street, she is about as low-drama as growing gets. Little effort in, a proper crop out.

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Common questions about NLX Special

How long does NLX Special take to flower?

Around 8 weeks of flowering, by the breeder's numbers. Quick, as these things go.

Is NLX Special 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 tall does NLX Special grow?

Around 120 cm. Standard tent territory.

How strong is NLX Special?

The breeder lists THC around 19%. Firmly in the strong band.