Red Velvet
Red Velvet
Also known as: Red Cake
Overview
Red Velvet is a hybrid marijuana strain crossing a Lemon Cherry Gelato to a Pina Acai. Bred by Grandiflora of Oakland, Red Velvet is carried by the brand Cookies. Red Velvet was created by Grandiflora Genetics, a cannabis brand founded in Oakland by Mark McCafferty, and commercialized through a collaboration with Cookies. The strain gained tremendous popularity for its dessert-like qualities and balanced effects. This bud has tree-shaped minty green nugs with deep purple undertones, thick red-orange hairs and chunky, purple-tinted white crystal trichomes dripping with sweet sticky resin. The flowers are dark green with deep purple undertone, and they're generously sized, tightly packed, and covered in thick reddish-orange hairs poking out from the buds' crevices. The extreme coating or resinous trichomes bring about a glow to the flowers, especially when viewed under light.
Red Velvet is a well-balanced strain with a fairly equal split of indica and sativa genetics. However, some sources indicate it as slightly indica-dominant with approximately 60% indica and 40% sativa genetics. Red Velvet Strain is a distinctive hybrid cannabis strain celebrated for its rich, dessert-like flavor and balanced, potent effects. True to its name, this strain offers a deep, velvety sweetness reminiscent of a decadent red velvet cake, combined with subtle spicy and earthy undertones. The strain delivers a unique sensory experience with a super unique cinnamon/red hot aroma, and hybrid effects. Multiple variations of Red Velvet exist from different breeders, but the original by Grandiflora Genetics remains the most sought-after version in the cannabis community.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from depression
- May help with chronic stress
- Often used for anxiety management
- Users report pain relief
- May help with mood swings
- Often used for fatigue
- Users report help with insomnia
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Red Velvet is a balanced hybrid strain (50% Indica & 50% Sativa) that flowers in 8-9 weeks & yields: 8-24 oz (indoors), & 16-64 oz (outdoors). Most growers say it's easy to grow indoors and out, preferring warm Mediterranean climates. Red Velvet thrives in controlled environments where growers can maintain temperatures between 70-80°F and stable humidity levels. Regular pruning and training (such as topping or low-stress training) are recommended to promote even bud development and maximize yield. This strain performs best in warm, sunny climates with well-draining soil. It adapts well to Mediterranean-like conditions, though it can be successfully grown in cooler areas with proper care. Indoor yields typically range 400-500 grams per square meter, while outdoor plants can produce up to 600 grams per plant under optimal conditions. It is moderately challenging to grow, requiring careful attention to temperature, humidity, and nutrient levels, but it rewards growers with high yields and dense, trichome-rich buds.