Gold Leaf
Gold Leaf
Also known as: Bergman's Gold Leaf, GLD LPH
Overview
Gold Leaf is a hybrid cannabis strain developed by Robert Bergman, owner of ILGM (I Love Growing Marijuana), created through the careful selection and combination of multiple plants to produce this extraordinary strain. With a genetic makeup comprising 60% indica and 40% sativa genetics, it strikes a harmonious balance between two distinct cannabis lineages. While detailed parentage can vary among breeders, Gold Leaf is believed to be a cross between Cornbread and Purple Urkle, though some sources indicate it may also incorporate Early Skunk genetics. This distinctive cannabis strain is known for its striking golden-hued buds with gorgeous elongated dense popcorn-shaped emerald green nugs featuring golden amber undertones, vivid orange hairs and a coating of frosty thick golden amber crystal trichomes. Gold Leaf was developed by renowned cultivator Robert Bergman with home growers and commercial cultivators in mind, boasting high resin production and resilience, making it a favorite for growers of all experience levels. Its relatively moderate THC content and adaptable growing characteristics make it a popular choice among both novice and experienced users, as the plant is easy to grow and suitable for novice growers.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from stress
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for pain management
- Users report help with ADD/ADHD
- May assist with chronic anxiety
- Often used for depression
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with arthritis
- Often used for fatigue relief
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Gold Leaf has a flowering time of 8-10 weeks and delivers high yields of dense, resinous buds, providing a rewarding cultivation experience for growers of all skill levels. Indoor yields typically range from 400-500 grams per square meter (up to 550g/m²), while outdoor plants can produce up to 600-750 grams per plant under optimal conditions. The strain thrives in controlled indoor environments with temperatures around 70-80°F (21-27°C) and performs well outdoors in warm, sunny climates with well-drained soil, being adaptable to Mediterranean-like conditions. This plant is easy to grow and suitable for novice growers, with the best results appearing outdoors, though it can grow in any growing medium. The strain responds incredibly well to training techniques like topping, low-stress training (LST), and ScrOG methods to encourage bushier growth and maximize yields. Plants can develop to an astonishing height of up to 5-8 feet and are resilient, able to endure adverse weather while preferring warm, sunny environments with temperatures between 68-85°F.