Jolly Rancher
Jolly Rancher
Also known as: Route 66, JR, Jelly Rancher, Hella Jelly
Jolly Rancher Strain Overview
Jolly Rancher is a well-balanced hybrid cannabis strain with sativa-leaning effects, named after the beloved hard candy for its remarkably similar sweet and fruity flavor profile. The strain's exact genetic lineage remains somewhat mysterious, with different sources reporting various parent combinations including Green Apple and Cherry Kandahar S1, or Tang Tang, Freedom Baby, and Jack The Ripper. Some variations suggest connections to Very Cherry and Notorious THC genetics. Originally bred in Northern California, possibly by Breeder Steve in the 1990s, this strain has become particularly popular in West Coast cannabis markets and has been used to create numerous crossbreeds including Purple Jolly Rancher.
The strain produces medium to large, densely-packed buds with a distinctive spade-like shape. The flowers typically display olive green coloration with striking purple and red streaks, created when anthocyanin pigments are activated by cold temperatures during cultivation. These colorful buds are generously coated with trichomes, giving them an appealing frosty appearance that speaks to their potency. Jolly Rancher offers a complex aromatic profile that initially presents sweet, candy-like scents reminiscent of berry and grape, but deeper inspection may reveal more pungent notes of skunk and diesel, possibly indicating Sour Diesel in its genetic background.
Jolly Rancher Strain Effects
Jolly Rancher Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with stress and anxiety
- Often used for depression management
- May assist with attention deficit disorders
- Users report mood enhancement
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Jolly Rancher Strain Possible Negative Effects
Jolly Rancher Strain Growing Information
Jolly Rancher can be successfully grown both indoors and outdoors, preferring a semi-humid, Mediterranean-like climate. The strain has a relatively fast flowering time of 6-7 weeks and can yield up to 20 ounces per plant when grown outdoors under optimal conditions. Plants typically remain moderate in height but produce dense, large buds. Since commercial seed production is limited, most growers obtain clippings from mature plants to grow clones. The strain is considered suitable for novice growers due to its tolerance of less-than-optimal growing conditions and reduced reliance on fertilizers compared to more challenging strains.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Jolly Rancher make you feel?
Jolly Rancher is known to produce the following effects:
- Euphoric: 85%
- Happy: 80%
- Focused: 75%
- Uplifted: 70%
- Creative: 70%
- Giggly: 65%
- Relaxed: 60%
- Energetic: 55%
What are the positive effects of Jolly Rancher?
Jolly Rancher has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with stress and anxiety
- Often used for depression management
- May assist with attention deficit disorders
- Users report mood enhancement
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Jolly Rancher?
Possible negative effects include:
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible anxiety in sensitive users
- Potential overwhelm for low THC tolerance users
What does Jolly Rancher taste like?
Jolly Rancher has the following flavor profile:
- Berry
- Candy
- Cherry
- Citrus
- Fruity
- Grape
- Sour
- Sweet