Buckeye Purple
Buckeye Purple
Also known as: Purple Kush
Overview
Buckeye Purple is a rare indica-dominant hybrid strain developed by Melvanetics through crossing Gorilla Grape and Granddaddy Purple. This strain has gained recognition for its striking visual appearance, featuring dense buds with deep purple hues, bright orange hairs, and a thick coating of resinous trichomes. The genetic lineage traces back to legendary strains, with Gorilla Grape contributing potency and relaxing effects while Granddaddy Purple adds the characteristic purple coloration and sweet grape flavors. As an F2BX generation, Buckeye Purple represents careful breeding work to stabilize desirable traits including color variation from pastel pinks and lavenders to deep dark purples.
The strain is particularly noted for its complex aromatic and flavor profile, combining sweet berry and grape notes with earthy, floral, and slightly spicy undertones. Users report that the effects begin with a euphoric cerebral onset that gradually transitions into deep physical relaxation and potential couch-lock. The strain's indica-dominant genetics make it particularly suitable for evening and nighttime use, with many users finding it effective for promoting sleep and relaxation. Cultivation requires some experience, as plants tend to be short and slow-growing during vegetation, preferring indoor environments with stable conditions.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for stress and anxiety relief
- May provide relief from inflammation
- Users report help with muscle spasms
- May stimulate appetite
- Often used for depression symptoms
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Buckeye Purple is considered more suitable for experienced growers due to its specific cultivation requirements. Plants grow short and bushy with slow vegetative growth, requiring a minimum 60-day vegetation period for proper yields. The strain performs best indoors where environmental conditions can be controlled, preferring temperatures around 70-80°F with 40-50% humidity. Flowering time ranges from 52-62 days (7-8 weeks). Plants typically reach 60-80cm in height and can yield approximately 500g per square meter under optimal indoor conditions. The strain tends to need lower nutrient levels (about half normal feeding) and responds well to training techniques like ScrOG, topping, and LST. Purple phenotypes show color development within the first 3 weeks of flowering, while 'green' phenotypes develop pastel coloration at harvest.