Salmon Creek
Also known as: Salmon Creek Big Bud, SCBB
Salmon Creek Strain Overview
Salmon Creek, also known as Salmon Creek Big Bud (SCBB), is a legendary indica-dominant strain originating from California's cannabis scene in the 1990s. This strain is a phenotype of the famous Big Bud strain, selected and preserved from a particularly exceptional example of Sensi Seeds' Big Bud circa 1995. The strain was brought back to California and preserved by a Humboldt County cannabis activist named Chris, near Salmon Creek north of Garberville in Humboldt County. It was created through repeated backcrossing of Big Bud genetics and is traditionally a clone-only strain, though some seed versions have been developed by various breeders including Mystic Seeds and Copa Genetics.
Salmon Creek is characterized by its massive, dense buds that live up to the Big Bud name, producing enormous pepper-shaped bright neon green nugs with thick orange hairs and a coating of frosty golden amber crystal trichomes. The strain exhibits the classic traits of its Big Bud lineage with compact, resinous flowers that can reach impressive sizes. It represents a refined example of old-school indica genetics, combining robust growth characteristics with deeply relaxing effects that made it highly sought after in California's medical cannabis scene.
Salmon Creek Strain Effects
Salmon Creek Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from chronic stress
- May help with depression
- Often used for chronic pain management
- Users report help with PTSD symptoms
- May assist with mood swings
- Often used for nausea and appetite loss
- Users report help with insomnia
- May help with muscle pain and cramps
- Often used for anxiety relief
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Salmon Creek Strain Possible Negative Effects
Salmon Creek Strain Growing Information
Salmon Creek is considered beginner-friendly and can be cultivated both indoors and outdoors, though indoor cultivation is generally recommended. The strain has a flowering time of 8-10 weeks (56-67 days), with outdoor plants typically finishing by the end of September to early October. It is known as a high-yield plant, with indoor yields of approximately 500 grams per square meter and outdoor yields of 250-400 grams per plant. The strain exhibits the bushy stature typical of indica genetics and responds well to Low Stress Training (LST) techniques. It produces dense, compact buds with generous trichome coverage and is known for its robust growth characteristics inherited from its Big Bud lineage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Salmon Creek make you feel?
Salmon Creek is known to produce the following effects:
- Relaxed: 85%
- Calm: 85%
- Couch-locked: 80%
- Sleepy: 80%
- Sedated: 75%
- Euphoric: 70%
- Creative: 40%
What are the positive effects of Salmon Creek?
Salmon Creek has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from chronic stress
- May help with depression
- Often used for chronic pain management
- Users report help with PTSD symptoms
- May assist with mood swings
- Often used for nausea and appetite loss
- Users report help with insomnia
- May help with muscle pain and cramps
- Often used for anxiety relief
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Salmon Creek?
Possible negative effects include:
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible anxiety in high doses
- Potential paranoia with excessive use
- Couch-lock effect
What does Salmon Creek taste like?
Salmon Creek has the following flavor profile:
- Bubblegum
- Citrus
- Earthy
- Fruity
- Peppery
- Pine
- Sour
- Spicy
- Sweet
- Woody