Mataró Blue Feminized Seeds – Award-Winning Indica with Orange Flavor & High THC

Mataró Blue feminized seeds by Kannabia deliver a legendary, award-winning indica experience, combining massive yields with a uniquely stimulating high and a flavor profile dominated by bitter orange. This is the strain for growers who want impressive, resin-drenched buds and a final product that stands out in both effect and taste.

Ever planted a seed hoping for a monster harvest, only to end up with a lanky, low-yielding plant that smells like nothing special? That disappointment is real, especially when you've invested weeks of care and anticipation. It leaves you questioning your skills and wasting your precious growing space on underwhelming genetics.

But what if you could start with a proven winner? A strain that consistently produces thick, central colas covered in sticky resin, fills your garden with a sharp citrus aroma, and has the trophy case to back it up? Mataró Blue is that genetic rockstar. It's not a gamble; it's a guarantee of quality and performance, turning your grow room into a champion's stage.

What to Expect Your First Few Grows

Your first run with Mataró Blue will show you what a robust, vigorous plant looks like. Expect explosive vegetative growth, especially outdoors where it can easily reach over 2 m (6.56 ft). Indoors, it responds incredibly well to high light intensity (think 600W HPS or equivalent LED per square meter). You'll notice it starts frosting up with resin incredibly early in flowering, a promise of the potency to come. The dominant scent during the grow is a complex, deep aroma with clear notes of bitter orange and a fuel-like undertone.

Don't be surprised if some phenotypes show stunning blue and purple hues as temperatures drop late in flower. The buds are dense and heavy, often requiring support to prevent branches from snapping. The high is notably potent and fast-acting, offering a powerful, full-body relaxation that is deeply satisfying without being overly sedative for some.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

• Mistake: Not providing enough light indoors.
  Tip: This is a light-hungry plant. Maximize your yield by using strong lighting (800W/m² or 74.3W/ft² is recommended by the breeder) to optimize bud development and resin production.
• Mistake: Letting it grow too bushy without pruning.
  Tip: It naturally develops many lateral branches. Perform some strategic defoliation in the lower and inner canopy to improve airflow and light penetration to the main bud sites, preventing mold and focusing energy on top colas.
• Mistake: Underestimating its final size, especially outdoors.
  Tip: Plan for space. In the ground or large pots, it can spread over several square meters. Use stakes or a SCROG net early to manage its expansive structure and support the weight of the massive buds.
• Mistake: Overfeeding during the sensitive seedling stage.
  Tip: Start with a light nutrient regimen. While it can handle heavy feeding later in life, begin with a gentle root stimulator like Bactohemp to build a strong foundation without causing nutrient burn.
• Mistake: Harvesting too early.
  Tip: Be patient. The flowering period is 58-65 days. Wait until the trichomes are mostly milky with some amber for a full, balanced effect. Rushing can sacrifice potency and flavor complexity.

How to Dial It In to Find Your Perfect Harvest

1. Start Simple: Grow one plant in your preferred medium (soil or coco) with a standard nutrient schedule to observe its natural structure and feeding response.
2. Change One Thing at a Time: On your next run, experiment. Try a different training technique (LST is excellent), adjust the vegetative time (short for indoor SOG, longer for outdoor monsters), or tweak the nutrient EC in late flower.
3. Take Notes: Log your observations on smell development, stem strength, flowering speed, and how it reacts to your feeding and environment.
4. Adjust Based on Your Goal: Want bigger yields? Extend the vegetative period slightly and employ low-stress training. Prioritizing resin for extracts? Introduce a flowering booster during peak bloom to enhance trichome production.
5. Fine-Tune the Cure: After drying, cure the buds for a minimum of 2-4 weeks. Taste samples weekly; you'll find the flavor peaks and the smoke becomes incredibly smooth.

Advantages of Treating Your Grow as a Learning Process

• Maximized Control: You learn exactly how this specific plant behaves in your environment, allowing you to anticipate its needs.
• Increased Confidence: Successfully navigating a grow from seed to harvest with a strain like Mataró Blue builds serious grower skills.
• Personalized Results: You tailor the grow to produce the exact effect, flavor, and yield you desire most.
• Reduced Long-Term Frustration: Understanding its quirks means fewer problems in future cycles, leading to consistently better harvests.
• Mastery of a Champion Strain: Unlocking the full potential of an award-winning genetic is a rewarding achievement for any cultivator.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to really "get" growing Mataró Blue?

Most growers feel confident after one successful cycle. By the second grow, applying the lessons learned (like proper support and lighting), you'll significantly improve your yield and quality. It's a forgiving plant for its potency level.

How do I know if I'm providing enough nutrients?

Watch the plant. Dark green, clawing leaves can indicate nitrogen excess, especially in flower. Lighter green or yellowing lower leaves might signal a need for more food. Start with half the recommended dose of your base nutrients and increase gradually.

What should I do if the buds seem too dense and I'm worried about mold?

Prevention is key. Ensure excellent airflow with oscillating fans, maintain humidity below 50% in late flower, and do not overcrowd your plants. If you're in a humid climate, consider a preventative product like Trabe Evolution Protection Kit to guard against botrytis.

Technical Specifications

• Breeder: Kannabia Seeds
• Type: Feminized Photoperiod
• Dominance: Indica
• Genetics: Mazar-i-Sharif x Blue Monster x Black Domina
• Indoor Flowering Time: 58-65 days
• Outdoor Harvest (Northern Hemisphere): Early to mid-September
• Indoor Yield: High yield. Specific g/m² not provided by breeder, but described as a high-yield producer.
• Outdoor Yield: Very high. Can produce over 200 g (7.05 oz) per plant in optimal conditions.
• Indoor Height: Medium to tall, responds well to training.
• Outdoor Height: Can easily exceed 2 m (6.56 ft), forming large bushes.
• Difficulty: Medium. It is vigorous and resistant but requires good light management and support.
• Structure: Develops a thick central cola with strong lateral branching. Becomes very bushy if not pruned.
• Ideal Climate: Adaptable. Resistant to heat and humidity, making it suitable for various outdoor climates.
• Resistance: Good resistance to mold and pests. Tolerates periods of drought well.
• Training: Excellent candidate for LST, topping, and SCROG to manage its size and maximize light exposure.
• Recommended Pot Size: 11-20 L (2.9-5.3 gal) for indoor; larger for outdoor.
• Aroma in Grow: High. Strong, penetrating scent of bitter orange with earthy, fuel-like undertones. A carbon filter is recommended.
• THC: Very High (Exact percentage not specified by breeder, but described as having "very high THC levels").
• Flavor: Dominant bitter orange, with secondary notes of berry, caramel, and earth.
• Effect: Potent, fast-acting, and stimulating initially, followed by a deep, relaxing body stone. Ideal for evening use.

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

Mataró Blue holds a special place in my grow history. The first time I ran it, I was blown away by its vigor—it just exploded out of the ground. I made the classic mistake of not giving it enough lateral space indoors; it turned into a jungle that needed serious tying up. But the reward was worth the hassle. The buds were like rocks, dripping with a resin that made trimming a sticky, fragrant joy. The smell in the tent was unmistakably a sharp, almost sour orange peel, but when smoked, it translated into a complex, sweet and earthy flavor.

The biggest lesson I learned was about light. This plant is a true light hog. When I upgraded to a more powerful LED setup for the second run, the difference in bud density and resin production was night and day. It truly thrives under intense light. My pro-tip? Don't be shy with low-stress training. Bending those branches early opens up the canopy and ensures every single one of those countless bud sites gets its moment in the spotlight, leading to an even more monstrous harvest. It's a strain that rewards confidence and a bit of tough love.