Orange Punch Seeds

Orange Punch: Bright Citrus Flavour

Popular parent strains Granddaddy Purple and Orange Bud were used to create Orange Punch. The genetically Indica-dominant hybrid bud boasts fruity citrus flavours and an earthy aroma that fills the air and makes the mouth water. The buds are littered with orange hairs and trichome-rich resin.

With a solid THC content of around 25%, Orange Punch is strong enough to satisfy even the most veteran toker while being light enough for novice cannabis users. The thick, dense nuggets release a gassy and hash-like aroma into the air with a scent so strong you can smell the buds long before you ever lay eyes on the plants. Super potent, the strain won the 2019 Bud Bash award and has been a fan favourite ever since.

Growing Tips for Orange Punch Seeds

Orange Punch plants grow to a medium height and reach a maximum indoor size of around 5 feet and an outdoor height of 6 feet. Like most cannabis strains, it performs best in a closely-controlled environment with warm climates and lots of sunlight, real or artificial, but because it can endure minor dips and spikes concerning heat and moisture, it serves as a solid choice for beginner and first-time growers. Below, we've provided effective ways to simplify and streamline the growing process.

Establish consistent conditions

Daytime temperatures of approximately 20–28 degrees Celsius are ideal for Orange Punch plants. You can drop the temperatures between 5–15 degrees at night to mimic natural sunlight and nighttime temperatures indoors. Humidity levels should be around 50–60% during the vegetative stage, and around 40–50% during the flowering phase. A reduction in moisture can help to eliminate the risk of mould while encouraging a more potent terpene profile.

Recommended Training Techniques

Low-stress Training and Screen of Green (ScrOG) 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. Because this strain has particularly big buds, it is imperative that you utilise some techniques to reinforce the branches to keep them upright and to maintain a healthy grow. Training techniques can help shape the plant so it does not overgrow, keeping the best and most dense buds on the plant until harvest time.

Fine-tune nutrient levels

All cannabis plants benefit from nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK). During vegetative growth, Orange Punch 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 Orange Punch 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 Orange Punch 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 Orange Punch cannabis strain has a flowering period of approximately 55–65 days, with outdoor harvests typically occurring in the beginning of October. Indoor growers will produce up to 600 grams of trichome-rich buds under proper care, while outdoor growers may see yields of up to 800 grams per plant, so long as environmental conditions remain stable.

Dominant Terpenes in Orange Punch

Orange Punch's earthy and hashy scent and fruity, citrus candy flavour are, in part, due to dominant terpenes beta-caryophyllene, linalool, and limonene. Beta-Caryophyllene is one of the most common terpenes found in nature and cannabis plants. It provides a spicy, peppery, and woody aroma profile. Linalool features a floral scent similar to lavender, providing not only a calming sensation but also sedative effects. Limonene is most abundantly found in the rinds of citrus fruits like lemons and oranges. When found in cannabis plants, it can produce a citrusy scent and taste.

Dominant Cannabinoids in Orange Punch

Orange Punch's high THC content of around 25% mixed with its well-balanced effects makes it ideal for evening sessions and relaxing after a long day. It features a euphoric cerebral buzz and a calm and mellow body high due to its Indica genetics. It is a fan favourite in the cannabis community, not only because of its desired effects but also for its fruity and candy-esque flavour. It is easy on the palate while producing hefty yields and being super-easy for novice growers to cultivate in several settings. You can also grow these plants indoors in smaller setups, making it a great option for closets, balconies, and garden setups. Pacific Seed Bank ships discreetly to every Canadian province and territory.