Granny Candy Feminized Seeds by Humboldt Seeds – Exotic Candy Terps & Frosty Purple Buds

Granny Candy Feminized Seeds by Humboldt Seeds are your ticket to cultivating a true connoisseur's strain, a sativa-dominant hybrid that delivers an unforgettable fusion of exotic candy terpenes, stunning purple visuals, and a powerfully uplifting, social high.

Ever spent months nurturing a plant only to be let down by a bland flavor or underwhelming yield? That sinking feeling when your harvest doesn't match the hype is a real buzzkill. You invest time, care, and resources, dreaming of that perfect bag appeal and flavor, but end up with something forgettable. Granny Candy shatters that cycle. Selected from over 600 plants, this pheno-hunted unicorn was an instant staple for a reason—it consistently delivers the goods.

Why Granny Candy is actually worth it for you

This isn't just another pretty plant. Granny Candy represents the pinnacle of modern breeding, where exceptional flavor meets robust growth. It's for the grower who refuses to compromise, who wants a strain that performs as brilliantly in the garden as it does in the grinder. The value lies in its reliability: you get a predictable, fast-flowering plant that pumps out dense, resinous spears coated in frost, all while filling your space with a mouth-watering, candy-shop aroma. It's the perfect balance of challenge and reward, suitable for intermediate growers looking to step up their game without facing finicky genetics.

Most important features and benefits

• Pheno-Hunted Excellence: Chosen from over 600 plants, ensuring stable, top-tier genetics and consistent results batch after batch.
• Exotic Candy Terpene Profile: Experience a unique flavor of sour strawberries, pineapple candy, and strawberry bon bons with a hint of fuel and mint—a true taste adventure.
• Fast Flowering Time: Ready for harvest in just 50-55 days indoors, allowing for quicker turnaround and more harvests per year.
• High Yield Potential: Produces excellent yields both indoors and out, maximizing your return on investment and effort.
• Potent, Uplifting Effects: With 25-30% THC, it delivers a strong, social, and fun high that is perfect for daytime creativity and relaxation without heavy sedation.
• Stunning Visual Appeal: Develops extremely frosty purple and red spear-shaped buds that are as beautiful as they are potent.
• Sativa-Dominant Vigor: The 80% sativa genetics provide strong growth and structure, ideal for training techniques to optimize light exposure.

Typical objections and clear answers

Let's address common concerns head-on.

• You think that "fast-flowering" means lower yields. In reality, Granny Candy is bred for efficiency, packing substantial weight and resin production into its short 7-8 week flowering window, rivaling many longer-flowering strains.
• You worry that exotic terps are fragile and hard to preserve. The robust trichome production acts like a protective vault for those precious volatile compounds, especially when dried and cured properly with stable humidity.
• You believe high-THC sativas are difficult to manage indoors. While sativa-dominant, its hybrid nature provides manageable stretch. Simple Low-Stress Training (LST) during early growth easily controls height and creates an even canopy.
• You fear purple colors are only for show and don't affect potency. The anthocyanins that cause the purple hues are a sign of plant health and often correlate with increased production of protective compounds, including certain terpenes, contributing to the complex entourage effect.

How to grow it safely and effectively

To unlock Granny Candy's full potential, follow a structured approach. For a complete nutrient plan tailored to its needs, explore our flowering boosters and terpene enhancers.

1. Preparation & Germination: Start with a high-quality, well-aerated substrate. Germinate seeds in a warm (22-25°C / 71-77°F), humid environment. A simple, balanced seedling nutrient can help establish strong roots.
2. Vegetative Growth: Maintain an 18/6 light cycle. This phase is key for building structure. Implement gentle LST early to encourage lateral branching and an even canopy. Keep humidity around 60-70% and temperatures between 22-26°C (72-79°F).
3. Transition to Flowering: Switch lights to 12/12. Expect a noticeable stretch. Begin introducing bloom-specific nutrients higher in phosphorus and potassium. Gradually lower humidity to 50-60%.
4. Flowering & Ripening: During the 50-55 day flowering period, maintain good air circulation to protect the dense buds. Reduce humidity further to 40-50% in the final weeks to prevent mold. Watch trichomes: harvest when mostly milky with some amber for a balanced effect.
5. Harvest & Post-Process: Flush with plain water for the last 7-10 days. Dry slowly in a dark space at 18-22°C (64-72°F) and 50-60% RH for 10-14 days. Cure in airtight jars, burping daily for the first two weeks, to perfect the candy flavors.

Technical specifications

• Breeder/Brand: Humboldt Seed Company
• Type: Feminized Photoperiod
• Dominance: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid (80% Sativa / 20% Indica)
• Genetics: Mountaintop Mint #1 x White Runtz Muffin
• Indoor Flowering Time: 50-55 days
• Outdoor Harvest (Northern Hemisphere): Late September to early October
• Indoor Yield: High (500-600 g/m² / approx. 1.1-1.3 lb/ft²)
• Outdoor Yield: High (400-1000 g/plant / approx. 0.88-2.20 lb per plant)
• Indoor Height: Medium to Tall (suitable for training)
• Outdoor Height: Can reach over 2 m (6.56 ft)
• Difficulty: Medium (good vigor, responsive to training)
• THC Content: Very High (25-30%)
• CBD Content: Low (
• Aromatic Profile: Dominant terpenes likely include Limonene (citrus), Caryophyllene (spicy), and Myrcene (earthy).
• Flavor: Sour Strawberry, Pineapple Candy, Strawberry Bon Bons, with hints of Fuel and Mint.
• Effect: Uplifting, Social, Euphoric, Relaxing (not sedative). Ideal for daytime/evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Granny Candy suitable for beginner growers?

While not the most difficult, its best results come with some grow experience. Beginners can succeed with careful attention to feeding and environment, but intermediate growers will fully maximize its potential.

How do I best control the height indoors?

Employ Low-Stress Training (LST) during the vegetative stage. Bending and tying down main branches creates a wider, shorter canopy. Switching to flowering at a younger plant age (e.g., after 4 weeks of veg) also limits final height.

What's the best way to enhance the candy flavors?

Beyond proper drying and curing, consider using terpene-enhancing supplements during the mid-to-late flowering stage. Also, avoid high temperatures (>28°C / 82°F) in the final weeks, as heat can degrade volatile terpenes. For optimal results, check out our selection of flavor-enhancing products.

Is it resistant to mold and pests?

It shows good general vigor. However, its dense bud structure in late flower requires good airflow and humidity control (keep below 50%) to prevent botrytis (bud rot). Regular preventative checks are recommended.

Can I grow Granny Candy outdoors in a cooler climate?

Its late September/early October finish makes it suitable for many temperate climates. However, in regions with early autumn rains, its dense buds benefit from a greenhouse or some rain protection to prevent mold.

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

When I first ran Granny Candy, I was skeptical about the "candy" hype—so many strains promise wild flavors that never materialize. But this one? It's the real deal. The aroma that hits you in week five of flower is unmistakably like opening a bag of sour strawberry and pineapple gummies, with just a faint gas station undertone that keeps it from being too sweet. It's a crowd-pleaser in every sense.

In the grow room, she's a joy. Vigorous from the start, she took well to LST. I topped her once and then used soft ties to open her up. The stretch during the first two weeks of 12/12 was significant but manageable. The buds stack into those classic, frosty spears that turn a gorgeous deep purple if you let the temps dip at night towards the end. My pro-tip: don't overfeed her. She's productive, but she doesn't need a heavy hand with nutrients. A slight underfeed in late flower seemed to intensify the colors and flavors. The high is exactly as advertised: supremely social, creative, and fun without any paranoia or couch-lock. It's become a permanent fixture in my personal rotation for daytime sessions and sharing with friends.