Crystal Candy® by Sweet Seeds – Sweet Fruity Aroma & Relaxing Effect

Crystal Candy® by Sweet Seeds is a 60% indica-dominant hybrid that floods your senses with a sweet, candy-shop aroma and delivers a deeply relaxing experience, all wrapped in dense, trichome-covered buds that are perfect for high-quality extractions.

Ever opened a jar and felt like you’ve stepped into a childhood candy store? That burst of sugary nostalgia, the sticky sweetness in the air… now imagine that coming from your own harvest. With regular photoperiod strains, you’re used to waiting—weeks of flowering, careful monitoring, the slow build-up. But what if you could get that same rich, aromatic payoff without the long haul?

The truth is, most fast-flowering strains sacrifice flavor or potency for speed. You end up with bland buds or weak effects, and that dream of a quick, delicious stash fades fast. It’s frustrating when you’re excited to grow a legendary strain like Crystal Candy®, only to find the fast version lacks soul. And let’s be honest—nobody wants to spend weeks nurturing a plant just to end up with mediocre resin and a forgettable high.

Crystal Candy® F1 Fast Version® (SWS73) is the solution. Born from crossing the award-winning Crystal Candy® with Sweet Special Auto®, this photoperiod-dependent strain cuts flowering time down to just 6–7 weeks while keeping all the magic intact. You get the same intense strawberry bubblegum aroma, the same euphoric-yet-calm high, and the same frosty, resin-dripping colas—just faster. It’s not a compromise; it’s an upgrade.

What to Expect from Crystal Candy®’s Fast Flowering Cycle

With a flowering time of only 6–7 weeks, this strain is perfect for growers who want quality without the wait. Indoors, expect yields of 450–600 g/m² (16–21 oz/ft²), and outdoors, plants can produce 400–650 g (14–23 oz) each under optimal conditions. The 60% indica dominance means a compact, bushy structure with strong lateral branching, ideal for SCROG or screen setups. Plants typically reach 80–110 cm (2.62–3.61 ft) indoors and up to 1.40 m (4.59 ft) outdoors, making them manageable in most spaces.

Maximize Your Harvest with the Right Nutrients

• Crystal Candy® thrives with a balanced nutrient profile that supports resin production without overloading the plant.
• During early flowering, use a bloom booster like Top Candy to kickstart bud development and enhance sweetness.
• In mid-flower, switch to a PK-rich formula such as P-Boost to maximize trichome density and flower hardness.
• Always maintain a pH between 6.0–6.5 in soil or 5.8–6.2 in coco to ensure optimal nutrient uptake.
• Finish with a 7–10 day flush using pure water to remove residual salts and improve smoke smoothness.

Grow Crystal Candy® Like a Pro: Expert Tips

1. Start with high-quality seeds and germinate in a moist paper towel or starter cube at 22–25 °C (71.6–77 °F).
2. Transplant carefully into 11–20 L pots filled with a light, well-aerated mix like All Mix Peat Free for strong root development.
3. Use 18/6 light cycles during vegetative growth, keeping temperatures between 22–26 °C (71.6–78.8 °F) and humidity at 50–60%.
4. Switch to 12/12 to initiate flowering, reducing humidity to 40–50% to prevent mold, especially in dense buds.
5. Support heavy colas with soft ties or trellis netting to prevent breakage during late flowering.
6. Harvest when trichomes turn mostly milky with some amber for a balanced, relaxing effect.

Why Growers Love Crystal Candy®’s Aroma and Effect

• The dominant terpenes—myrcene, limonene, and caryophyllene—create a complex profile of strawberry gum, candy shop, and ripe melon.
• THC levels range from 15–21%, with minimal CBD (0.1%), resulting in a smooth, uplifting high that melts stress away.
• The effect is perfectly balanced: calming enough to unwind, but clear-headed enough to stay creative.
• Its rich resin makes it ideal for hash, rosin, or live resin extractions with incredible flavor retention.
• Perfect for evening use, social moments, or solo relaxation with music or a movie.

Technical specifications

• Breeder / Brand: Sweet Seeds
• Type: Feminized, Photoperiod
• Dominance: 60% Indica / 40% Sativa
• Genetics: Crystal Candy® × Sweet Special Auto®
• Flowering time: 6–7 weeks
• Indoor yield: 450–600 g/m² (16–21 oz/ft²)
• Outdoor yield: 400–650 g/plant (14–23 oz)
• Indoor height: 80–110 cm (2.62–3.61 ft)
• Outdoor height: up to 1.40 m (4.59 ft)
• Difficulty: Low to medium
• Structure: Bushy with strong lateral branching
• Resistance: Moderate resistance to mold and pests
• Training: Suitable for LST, SCROG, topping
• Recommended pot: 11–20 L depending on space
• Substrate: Soil or coco with good aeration
• Light: 18/6 (veg), 12/12 (flower)
• Temperature: 22–26 °C (veg), 20–25 °C (flower)
• Humidity: 50–60% (veg), 40–50% (flower)
• pH: 6.0–6.5 (soil), 5.8–6.2 (coco/hydro)
• Smell in grow: High – use a carbon filter if discretion is needed
• THC: 15–21%
• CBD: 0.1%
• Aromatic profile: Strawberry gum, candy shop, fruity, sweet
• Flavour: Sweet, fruity, gummy, with hints of acid strawberry and melon
• Effect: Relaxing, euphoric, balanced body-mind high

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Crystal Candy® take to flower?

Crystal Candy® F1 Fast Version® flowers in just 6–7 weeks, making it one of the fastest high-quality photoperiod strains available.

Is Crystal Candy® good for beginners?

Yes, it’s beginner-friendly with low to medium difficulty. It’s forgiving, resistant to common issues, and responds well to basic training techniques.

What does Crystal Candy® taste like?

It tastes like a candy store—sweet strawberry gum, fruity gummies, with subtle notes of acid strawberry and ripe melon on the finish.

Can I grow Crystal Candy® outdoors?

Absolutely. It thrives in warm, sunny climates and can produce up to 650 g per plant. Harvest is typically in late September to early October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Why is it called F1 Fast Version®?

It’s an F1 hybrid (first generation) from crossing a photoperiod strain with an autoflower, resulting in a fast-flowering photoperiod plant that keeps all the quality of the original.

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

I’ve grown a lot of Crystal Candy® versions, but the F1 Fast Version® is the one I keep coming back to. Last season, I ran three plants in my 1.2 x 1.2 m tent under a 600W HPS. I vegged them for four weeks, then switched to flower. By week seven, the trichomes were milky with a touch of amber, and the smell was unreal—like opening a bag of vintage bubblegum. I harvested just over 550 g total, and after curing, the buds were rock-hard and glistened like sugar. I made some hash with the trim, and the flavor was pure candy. My tip? Don’t rush it—let those trichomes mature fully. And definitely use a carbon filter; this one reeks in the best way.