Dutchberry Seeds

Dutchberry: Blueberry Treat 

Combining uber-popular parent strains Dutch Treat and DJ Short's Blueberry gave life to this one-of-a-kind offspring. This potent Sativa-dominant hybrid has taken home numerous awards over the past decade and has earned a devoted following across the Canadian cannabis community. Great for daytime use, this super social strain provides a boost of cerebral and physical energy perfect for a highly functional morning or afternoon buzz.

With a massive THC content of 27%, Dutchberry was created for true cannabis aficionados. Even the smallest of hits will bring on the desired effects. Designed for increased focus and creativity, this strain is perfect for artists looking to disengage their inhibitions. It is also a great choice for folks who are yearning to be more social. Whether you are using it at home to accomplish tasks or relieve yourself of your natural introversion, Dutchberry will help you accomplish either. 

Growing Tips for Dutchberry Seeds

Dutchberry plants grow shorter than your average strain and reach a maximum indoor height of 1.5 metres and an outdoor height of approximately 2 metres. Like most cannabis strains, it performs best in a closely-controlled environment with warm, sunny conditions and plenty of light, real or artificial, but because it can endure minor dips and spikes concerning heat and moisture, it serves as a practical choice for intermediate growers. Below, we've provided effective ways to simplify and streamline the growing process.

Establish consistent conditions

Daytime temperatures of approximately 21–27 degrees Celsius are ideal for Dutchberry plants. You can drop the temperatures between 3–8 degrees at night to mimic natural sunlight and nighttime temperatures indoors. Humidity levels should fall between 60–75% during the vegetative stage, and drop to 40–50% during the flowering phase. A reduction in moisture helps eliminate the risk of mould while encouraging a more potent terpene profile. 

Recommended Training Techniques

Low-stress Training, Screen of Green (ScrOG), and Topping are the best techniques for this particular strain. These techniques will allow the plant to grow naturally without much outside influence. The ScrOG technique requires adding screens or nets to reinforce the heaviest buds so they don't break the branches during growth. Topping the plant requires a bit of trimming to the top-most buds to allow air flow and light to reach the lower levels, ultimately creating even level growth from top to bottom.

Fine-tune nutrient levels

All cannabis plants benefit from nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK). During vegetative growth, Dutchberry prefers a well-balanced nutrient cycle throughout the growth, as it promotes leaf and stem production. However, because nitrogen encourages leaf growth, it's important to reduce levels during the flowering stage. This will allow your plants to channel their efforts towards resin-rich bud development instead. To lower nitrogen levels, try using a bloom formula or simply dilute your existing feed. 

Germinating Your Dutchberry Seeds

Our straightforward germination guide is an easy-to-understand way for growers of all skill levels to start the growing process. If you have basic items on hand, such as paper towels and water, you can germinate your Dutchberry seeds like a pro. 

Our step-by-step process allows taproots to emerge within 3–7 days, following which your seeds can be transferred to nutrient-rich soil, a hydroponic setup, or another growing medium of your choice. As an added benefit, growers who use our technique can cultivate with confidence, knowing their seeds are fully protected by our germination guarantee. 

Yields, Flowering Times, and Harvest

The Dutchberry strain has a flowering period of approximately 60–70 days, with outdoor harvests typically occurring in mid-October. Indoor growers will produce up to 400 grams of trichome-rich buds under proper care, while outdoor growers may see yields of up to 400 grams per plant, so long as environmental conditions remain stable. 

Dominant Terpenes in Dutchberry

Dutchberry's sweet berry aroma is a perfect complement to its vanilla and earthy flavour, in part due to dominant terpenes caryophyllene, myrcene, and pinene. Caryophyllene is known for its peppery scent and taste with noticeable notes of spice. Myrcene is the most abundant terpene found in nature, providing this strain with earthy, musky, and fruity undertones. Pinene adds a pine-like aroma and flavour that can also be found in conifer trees. 

Dominant Cannabinoids in Dutchberry

Dutchberry's THC content of 27% makes it a super strong and potent choice for experienced cannabis fans. The effects will come quickly, giving you a boost of cerebral energy that allows you to not only focus but releases your creativity along with it. The uplifting euphoria is a fan favourite in the cannabis community, especially for folks looking for exclusively Sativa effects. All of these things make Dutchberry a great daytime or afternoon choice.