How to grow Pineapple Kush
Taste
Seb's take
OG Kush lends the potency, Pineapple the name, and together they build a sturdy, tight-jointed plant that flowers in seven to eight weeks. Vanilla, sweet, and mint on the nose; the high is relaxed, happy, and euphoric. Resistant to pests and disease, and straightforward enough for first-time growers.
Where it comes from
Royal Queen Seeds pair Pineapple with OG Kush, and it is the OG half that does the defining, an 80 percent indica that grows, as the record puts it, like a true Kush: strong, sturdy, robust, with tight internodes and a few solid branches. Pineapple lends the name and a fruit note; OG Kush lends the potency and the frame. A sensible, well-understood cross, and one that leans on a thoroughly proven parent rather than novelty.
Nose & flavour
The nose is soft and sweet, vanilla up front with a cool mint note behind it, an unusually gentle profile for an OG Kush descendant. There is little of the fuel one might brace for; instead something closer to dessert, cool and creamy. A pleasant, approachable aroma that belies the sturdy plant behind it.
The high
The effect is relaxed, happy and euphoric, an even-tempered indica lift that settles the body while keeping the mood bright. At 18 percent THC it is gentle enough to be forgiving, well suited to an unhurried evening without demanding the whole of it. Comfortable, cheerful company, and no staircase-in-the-dark warnings required.
Growing it
This is where the strain makes its case for beginners. It flowers in seven to eight weeks, stays a manageable 70 to 120cm, and carries good resistance to pests and disease, a genuine reassurance for a first grow. It responds well to all types of training, and returns 500 to 550 g/m² of dense, fragrant flower. Outdoors, harvest lands toward the end of September. Forgiving of enthusiasm and honest in the finish; little here catches out a careful newcomer.
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Effects
Common questions about Pineapple Kush
How long does Pineapple Kush take to flower?
Around 9 weeks of flowering, by the breeder's numbers.
Is Pineapple Kush 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 Pineapple Kush grow?
Around 120 cm. Standard tent territory.
How strong is Pineapple Kush?
The breeder lists THC around 18%. Firmly in the strong band.