🌲 The Story Behind OG Kush

OG Kush is a classic old-school powerhouse strain- some would say it's the cornerstone of the West Coast cannabis culture. Born in the 1990s and passed hand-to-hand among early California breeders, its origin story is part myth, part legend.

Most trace its roots to a Chemdawg × Lemon Thai × Hindu Kush cross a perfect blend of earthy, citrus, and fuel-heavy genetics that defined an entire flavour era.

The Fast Version keeps that unmistakable OG character- dense, sticky buds with a lemon-pine kick-  but cuts bloom to just 6–7 weeks.

The result is heavy yields of frosty, terpene-rich flowers that hit with the same cerebral uplift and full-body calm as the original, in less time. Perfect for those chasing classic Kush power on a tighter schedule.

🌿 Effects & Experience

• Flavour & Aroma: Complex mix of pine, citrus peel, earthy spice, and fuel. The scent alone announces OG heritage.
• Mental Lift: Euphoric onset and steady calm — sharp focus at first, then easy tranquility.
• Body Ease: Heavy but soothing; deeply relaxing without fog or sedation when enjoyed moderately.

💡 Collectors describe OG Kush as “relief in a jar” — grounding, sensory, and unmistakably West Coast in feel.

🌿 Anecdotal Medical & Wellness Notes

OG Kush has long been valued by collectors for its potent relaxation and mood-balancing effects. Commonly used to:

• Reduce stress and restlessness
• Ease muscular tension or pain
• Encourage appetite and sleep quality

🌱 Growing OG Kush Fast Version (for those in the ACT or overseas)

OG Kush Fast Version keeps the genetic depth of the original while removing its one drawback-  long bloom time. It thrives in both soil and hydro setups, delivering classic Kush structure: compact, resinous, and pungent.

• Indoor flowering: ~6–7 weeks under 12/12
• Yield potential: 450–550 g/m² indoors, 600–750 g/plant outdoors (guide only)
• Structure: Medium height with strong lateral growth and thick, resin-heavy colas
• Training tips: Responds well to topping, LST, and moderate defoliation; watch for humidity late in bloom
• Climate tips: Prefers warm, stable environments with ample airflow and consistent feeding
• Outdoor (AU harvest windows):
  • North: early–mid March
  • Mid: mid–late March
  • South: early April

🌟 Collector Notes/ Unique features of OG Kush

1. Fast OG still stretches like the original.
Even though bloom time is shorter, OG Kush’s pre-flower stretch remains strong. Expect plants to roughly double in height after the flip, so flipping at ~⅔ of target size or using early training (LST, topping) is advised.

2. Classic “stacked golf-ball” structure.
Unlike modern dense spear colas, OG Kush forms chunky, evenly spaced nugs along each branch. This open structure improves airflow and reduces mould risk — great for humid climates.

3. Nutrient sensitivity — go steady on nitrogen.
OG lines are famous for dark-leaf curl when overfed. Keep nitrogen moderate in late veg and early bloom; increase calcium/magnesium under strong LEDs to prevent tip burn.

4. Resin before weight.
The fast-version expresses resin production early — trichomes often appear by week 3 of flower. Don’t harvest by pistil colour alone; wait for trichomes to cloud for full potency.

5. Aroma intensity — filtration essential.
Few strains are louder in a tent. Expect pungent pine, fuel, and earthy citrus even during mid-bloom. A carbon filter or sealed drying space is non-negotiable for indoor growers.

6. Outdoor resilience through timing.
The shortened bloom lets southern growers finish harvest before early-autumn humidity spikes. Fast OG Kush often beats botrytis and mildew issues that affect full-season OGs.

7. Colour response.
Cooler night temps bring subtle purple hues along sugar leaves without sacrificing yield — useful for aesthetic presentation if grown in stable autumn climates.

8. Clone-friendly architecture.
Fast OG’s strong lateral growth and early rooting response make it excellent mother stock for small-batch cloners. Expect uniform cuttings with minimal hormone use.