The OG Kush strain is arguably the most recognizable cannabis strain in the world. OG Kush is also one of the most interesting cannabis strains. The mysterious origins and long-lasting popularity of OG Kush make it quite intriguing.
OG Kush Strain History
OG Kush is legendary in the cannabis world. However, there isn’t a lot of information about its origins and most of its story remains a mystery. Most experts agree that it is a cross between Chemdawg and Hindu Kush. Stories claim that it is a distinct phenotype of another existing strain that originated from an undocumented bag of seeds.
OG Kush is mysterious, as well as the origin, especially the ‘OG’. Some people claim it stands for ‘ocean grown’ because of the strains originating on the California coast. Others claim it means ‘original gangster’ because it is an old-school original strain.
Wherever the OG Kush strain came from, today, it is a best seller in many cannabis markets.
What Are the Parents of OG Kush?
OG Kush is classified as a hybrid strain and its parents are thought to be Hindu Kush and Chemdawg. OG Kush has created its own phenotypes and family of strains.
Is OG Kush Indica or Sativa?
With a diverse combination of genetic characteristics, the OG Kush cannabis strain is classified as a hybrid with a 45% Indica and 55% Sativa profile. It produces a highly balanced high with both Indica and Sativa properties to give you the best of both worlds.
Growing the OG Kush Cannabis Strain
OG Kush cannabis strain is one of those cannabis strains that can be grown both indoors and outdoors but does better outside in natural sunlight. Outdoor growers can get an average yield of 17 ounces per square meter within a flowering time of 8 to 9 weeks. Nonetheless, indoor growers can match this yield by using the Screen of Green or Sea of Green technique.
The expected harvest time for this strain is early October. However, before then, you will need to watch out for mildew attacks. You can protect your crop from this plant by regularly pruning the plants to improve airflow. Additionally, OG Kush will do better in a hydroponics setup because it is more susceptible to disease when planted in soil.
Generally, OG Kush thrives in temperatures of between 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit although it can handle lower temperatures at night. You must reduce the humidity levels to 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the flowering stage but keep it at 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the vegetative stage.
In terms of temperature drops at night, avoid letting it fluctuate by more than 10 to 15 degrees.
Is OG Kush Suitable for Beginners?
OG Kush cannabis is not the easiest cannabis strain to grow because it is highly sensitive to nutrients and light levels. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases when exposed to stress. For these reasons, it is best suited to experienced growers and beginners could have a lot of trouble producing high yields.
Variations of the OG Kush Strain
One of the most popular variations of the OG Kush strain is OG Kush Autoflowering, which is a cross between the strain and ruderalis genetics. Since there are many ruderalis cultivars that have been crossed with OG Kush cuts, there are many types of OG Kush Auto.
OG Kush auto is a relatively smaller and more compact plant, rarely growing to over 1m in height. It can reach 1.2m, however, if you grow it outside in warm weather. This variation completes its life cycle in about 65 to 80 days and produces high-quality cannabis. Like the original OG Kush, it does require a lot of maintenance and is best suited to growers with at least intermediate skills.
OG Kush has been extensively used to produce child strains that are almost just as popular as their parent hybrid. The most common ones are GSC and Bubba Kush.
Are there any Strains Similar to OG Kush?
If you are looking for other strains that share terpenes with the OG Kush cannabis strain, consider the following:
- Black Cherry Punch
- Skunk Ape
- Blue Cheese
- Blackberry
