THC
14.9–20.2%
Middle half of 7 lab tests · median 17.7%
CBD
0.2%
Middle half of 5 lab tests · median 0.17%
Genetics Split
Grandaddy Purple is a 100% indica strain with 17-20% THC, providing calm and euphoric effects with a distinct berry and herbal flavor.
Lab-Tested Profile
Measured in 8 flower lab tests of samples sold as Grandaddy Purple by Analytical360, PSI Labs, SC Labs, 2013–2017. Bar = middle half of results, tick = median.
Terpenes by weight · total 1.6% median
Lab results reflect the samples submitted under this name; batches, growers and phenotypes vary.
Terpene Profile
Relative levels from lab and source data.
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Relative terpene levels from lab and source data
THC in this profile
20.2% THC
Growing Information
Flowering Time
8–8 weeks
Difficulty
moderate
Height (Indoor)
100cm
Height (Outdoor)
150cm
Yield (Indoor)
450-500 g/m²
Yield (Outdoor)
500 g/plant
About Grandaddy Purple
As a pure 100% indica variety, this legendary cross of Purple Urkle and Big Bud is a staple for those seeking a tranquil experience. The version offered by Pick and Mix reaches about 100 cm indoors but can grow to 150 cm when planted outside. It features a flowering time of 8 weeks, yielding 450 to 500 g/m² indoors or 500 g per plant outdoors. THC levels test between 17% and 20%, resulting in effects that are calm, relaxed, and euphoric. The flavor profile is a combination of berry and herbal notes, supported by a terpene profile containing camphene, valencene, linalool, and humulene.
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Bred from Grandaddy Purple
2 crosses in our database list Grandaddy Purple as a parent.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grandaddy Purple
Is Grandaddy Purple an Indica, Sativa, or Hybrid?
Grandaddy Purple is classified as a indica cannabis strain bred from a genetic cross of Purple Urkle × Big Bud.
What cannabinoid content is reported for Grandaddy Purple?
Grandaddy Purple: 17.7% THC and 0.2% CBD reported in our data. The THC figure is a lab-test median. Potency can vary across harvests, phenotypes, and growing conditions.
What are the common effects of Grandaddy Purple?
Our data sources report these effects for Grandaddy Purple: calm, euphoric, happy, relaxed. Individual experiences vary.
What does Grandaddy Purple taste and smell like?
Our data sources list flavors of berry, herbal and terpenes such as Camphene, Caryophyllene, Caryophyllene Oxide for Grandaddy Purple.
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