Deep Chunk IBL
Deep Chunk IBL
Also known as: Deep Chunk, Freak Chunk, Chunky
Overview
Deep Chunk IBL is a renowned true-breeding indica strain developed by breeder Tom Hill, with roots in the Afghan Hindu Kush region. This pure indica from Afghanistan was introduced to Northern California in the late 1970s, where the original landrace from which Deep Chunk was inbred is believed to have never been outcrossed, maintaining its genetic purity. Work has been done to remove weak plants and mutants, making it an archetypal indica strain that has earned a reputation as an excellent breeding plant.
Deep Chunk is known for its fast flowering time, thick stems, short internodes, and excellent resin production. It's a classic indica that produces copious leaves and broad leaflets, with dense buds that yield earthy, herbal aromas including hashy pine, citrus, coffee, and chocolate. The strain is often found with hints of purple or deep reds in its tight, compact flowers, and is noted for its knock-down potency. Since it is a stabilized IBL strain, Deep Chunk breeds true for several interesting traits and has been used in breeding projects worldwide to develop new hybrids, normally transmitting shorter size, faster flowering, and better resin production.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from insomnia
- Often used for digestive issues
- May help with chronic pain
- Users report relief from depression
- Often used for treating stress and anxiety
- May help with appetite loss
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Deep Chunk IBL has an indoor flowering time of approximately 56 days (8-9 weeks) and outdoor harvest in September to early October in the northern hemisphere. The strain produces large and dense yields with hardly any stretch during flowering. These plants prefer warmer temperatures above 80°F (preferably above 85°F) and grow slowly in ambient temperatures below 80°F, liking hot and dry conditions similar to their genetic home in Afghanistan. They prefer soil pH in the range of 7.0-7.5 and will not do well below 6.8 pH. A notable weakness is susceptibility to botrytis, but the short node distance can make cloning challenging, requiring weaker fluorescent lighting to encourage stretching in mother plants. The strain can be grown indoors or outdoors, though outdoor success requires a semi-humid, Mediterranean-like climate.