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| THC | 19–25% |
|---|---|
| CBD | 0–1% |
| Lineage | White Widow × AK-47 |
| Genetics | Balanced hybrid |
| Effects | Euphoria, energy, creativity, happiness, focus and body relaxation |
| Flavors | Sweet, earthy, floral, fruity, Skunk, pine, citrus, creamy, herbal and resinous |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, caryophyllene and pinene; linalool and limonene may also show up |
| Indoor yield | 1.1–1.6 oz/sq ft |
| Indoor flowering | 8–10 weeks |
| Outdoor harvest | Mid to late October |
The first clue to what makes White Russian special shows up right on the buds: a very heavy coating of white trichomes that gives the flowers their instantly recognizable frosted look. It's a classic for anyone looking for resin, potency and an aroma with plenty of depth.
The White Widow × AK-47 cross explains a lot of its character. White Widow brings dense flowers, resin and body relaxation, while AK-47 drives the cerebral, euphoric and aromatic side. The result is a balanced hybrid that grows medium-height, manageable, fairly compact plants with good branching.
Its aroma and flavor don't head in just one direction. It can combine earth, sweetness, flowers, fruit and Skunk with hints of pine, citrus, cream, herbs and a pungent background. Some phenotypes also show notes of rose, tobacco, nuts or berries. Myrcene, caryophyllene and pinene are among its main terpenes.
Based on our breeders' experience, it's a strain suited to different experience levels. It adapts to indoor and outdoor growing, responds well to intense lighting and likes warm conditions. Its manageable structure makes it easy to work with, without having to deal with a particularly demanding plant.
Indoors it normally finishes flowering in 8–10 weeks and can yield around 1.1–1.6 oz per square foot. Outdoors, harvest usually comes between mid and late October, with room to beat the indoor numbers when the climate cooperates. A practical tip: keep the light strong during flowering to make the most of its heavy resin production.
White Russian usually starts in the head. With typical THC of 19–25%, according to our breeders' testing, the high can feel fast, cheerful, creative and energetic. In moderate amounts it can keep clarity, focus and a social edge that suits simple tasks or creative moments.
That's exactly the reputation it has earned: a boost in productivity and a real urge to get things done, whether that's creative work or everyday chores. It's also known for a feeling that starts in the head and then settles into the body, without necessarily feeling racy.
As time passes, body relaxation takes over. The early energy gives way to a calmer feeling and, in larger amounts or toward the end, drowsiness may set in, with a pleasant comedown that leads to relaxation and sleep. It's like moving from a desk full of ideas to a softer, more physical and peaceful finish.
If you're looking for White Russian seeds with classic, resinous genetics and a moderate flowering time, you can order them from Bulk Genetics with 100% discreet shipping within the US.
Every order ships with tracking, shipping is free on orders over $99, and our prices are competitive, so you can add these genetics to your grow with a simple, straightforward purchase.
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White Russian is considered a balanced hybrid. Some references place it slightly toward sativa and others toward indica, so it's more accurate to describe it as a balanced cross.
Yes. Its manageable growth, medium height and adaptability to indoor and outdoor growing make it suitable for different experience levels.
Outdoors, White Russian is usually harvested between mid and late October.
