Malakoff Feminized Seeds · Sativa-Dominant Hybrid (Strawberry Haze x White Widow) · High THC, Creative & Energetic

Malakoff feminized seeds from Medical Seeds are your ticket to a powerful, sativa-dominant harvest that combines legendary genetics with award-winning performance. This strain is the perfect solution for cultivators who crave a stimulating, creative high but are tired of long flowering times and plants that can't handle a little humidity.

Do you ever feel like your grow space is on hold forever, waiting for those sativa giants to finally finish? You want that clear-headed, energetic buzz, but the 14+ week flowering periods and fussy, humidity-sensitive plants make it feel like more hassle than it's worth. This frustration leads to settling for faster, less impressive strains or abandoning your sativa dreams altogether, missing out on the very experience you're chasing.

How Malakoff Saves You Time and Effort

Malakoff cuts through the typical sativa waiting game. Its optimized genetics offer a surprisingly swift flowering period for a sativa-dominant plant, getting you to harvest faster without sacrificing the classic sativa structure or effect. You spend less time babysitting and more time enjoying the fruits of your labor.

Furthermore, its notable resistance to mold is a game-changer, especially for outdoor growers or those in less-than-perfect climates. This resilience means you worry less about environmental fluctuations and potential bud rot, leading to a more secure and successful grow. The plant's vigorous growth is channeled into robust, resinous buds rather than just excessive stretching, making your training efforts more effective and your yield more substantial.

Simple Steps to Grow Malakoff Without Wasting a Minute

To maximize Malakoff's potential while keeping things efficient, follow this streamlined process.

1. Start Smart: Germinate your seeds in a warm, humid environment. Once sprouted, transplant them early into their final large pots (18–27 L / 4.76–7.13 gal) to avoid stress, especially if you're growing autoflowering versions.
2. Guide the Growth: During vegetation, provide 18 hours of light daily. This strain benefits from low-stress training (LST) to manage its height and encourage lateral branching for a fuller canopy.
3. Trigger Flowering Efficiently: Switch your lights to a 12/12 cycle to initiate flowering. Maintain good air circulation and gradually lower humidity as buds develop to protect your harvest.
4. Feed for Performance: Use a balanced nutrient regimen during growth, switching to a bloom booster rich in phosphorus and potassium during flowering. A product like Bloom Booster can help enhance bud development.
5. Harvest at Peak: Watch the trichomes; harvest when most are milky white for a more energetic high, or wait for some amber for a more relaxed effect. Flush with plain water for the final 7–10 days.
6. Dry and Cure Properly: Dry your buds slowly in a dark space with good ventilation (60% RH, 18–20°C / 64–68°F). Then, cure them in airtight jars for several weeks to perfect the flavor and smoothness.

Advantages and Benefits in Your Grow Routine

• Faster Sativa Harvest: Enjoy the sativa high you love without the extreme wait, freeing up your tent or garden space sooner.
• Reduced Mold Worry: Grow with more confidence in varied climates, spending less time on preventative sprays and more time enjoying the process.
• Maximized Space: Its responsive structure makes training effective, allowing you to get a great yield from your available space.
• High-Impact Results: Achieve impressive yields of potent, flavorful buds that provide a clear, creative, and energetic experience perfect for daytime use.
• Less Maintenance Stress: The plant's natural vigor and resilience mean it bounces back from minor issues, making it more forgiving for growers.

Tips to Integrate Malakoff Into Your Garden Smoothly

For best results, pair Malakoff with a well-aerated, nutrient-rich substrate like Coco Mix to support its root development and drainage needs. If growing indoors, ensure your grow light is powerful enough to penetrate its potentially bushy structure. Consider a SCROG (Screen of Green) net to manage its height and create an even canopy for optimal light exposure. Keep a fan running to strengthen stems and improve airflow, further safeguarding against mold.

Technical Specifications

• Breeder/Brand: Medical Seeds
• Type: Feminized
• Genetics: Strawberry Haze x White Widow
• Dominance: 80% Sativa / 20% Indica
• Indoor Flowering Time: 10–11.5 weeks
• Outdoor Harvest (Northern Hemisphere): Mid-October
• Indoor Yield: Up to 500 g/m² (approx. 1.61 oz/ft²)
• Outdoor Yield: More than 1 kg/plant (approx. 2.20 lb/plant)
• Outdoor Height: Up to 3 m (approx. 9.84 ft)
• THC Level: High
• CBD Level: Low
• Aroma/Flavor: Sweet strawberry, citrus, cream, earthy, pine
• Effect: Creative, energetic, talkative, focused
• Difficulty: Medium (some experience recommended due to vigorous growth)
• Resistance: Good resistance to mold

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malakoff suitable for beginner growers?

While manageable, Malakoff's vigorous growth benefits from a grower with some experience who can guide its stretch, especially early in flowering. Beginners should be prepared to monitor and train it.

How much maintenance does it need during flowering?

Once flowering is established, maintenance is relatively standard. Focus on maintaining stable environmental conditions (lowering humidity) and providing proper bloom nutrients. Its mold resistance reduces the need for constant preventative checks.

What's the best way to manage its height indoors?

Employ Low-Stress Training (LST) during the vegetative stage to bend and tie down branches. Topping early in veg can also help control height and create multiple main colas. Using a SCROG net is highly effective.

Can I grow Malakoff outdoors in a humid climate?

Yes, its noted mold resistance makes it a better choice for humid climates than many other sativa-dominant strains. However, always ensure good airflow around the plant and avoid planting in low-lying, stagnant areas.

What is the expected total grow time from seed to harvest?

For indoor photoperiod grows, expect a total time of approximately 13–16 weeks (including 1-2 weeks of vegetative growth plus the 10–11.5 week flowering period).

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

Malakoff is a strain I always come back to when I want a project that's rewarding but keeps me on my toes. That initial stretch when you flip to 12/12 is no joke – you really need to have your training game on point or it'll try to reach the ceiling. I've found that starting LST early and maybe even a light topping creates a much more manageable, bushy structure that maximizes the light exposure for all those developing buds.

The payoff is absolutely worth the vigilance. The aroma in the late flowering stage is incredible – a really sweet, almost candied strawberry note that gets deeper and earthier as you get close to harvest. The effect is exactly what I look for in a daytime strain: mentally stimulating and creatively charged without any heavy lethargy. For feeding, I keep it simple but potent during bloom, and I always make sure my ventilation is optimal in the final weeks to let those dense buds breathe. It's a grower's strain – it asks for a bit of attention, but it gives back tenfold in quality and yield.