Modified Payton Feminized Seeds – Gassy OG Funk Meets Creamy Tropical Twist

Modified Payton feminized seeds by Elev8 are your ticket to cultivating a powerhouse indica hybrid that masterfully blends intense OG gas with a surprisingly creamy, tropical finish, resulting in a complex and unforgettable sensory experience.

Ever feel like your grow room is a box of chocolates—you never quite know what you're gonna get? One harvest is fire, the next is just… fine. That inconsistency is a buzzkill. It eats away at your confidence, makes you second-guess your skills, and turns what should be a rewarding hobby into a frustrating guessing game where time and effort feel wasted. You deserve predictability. You deserve a plant that performs, batch after batch.

Modified Payton is engineered for consistency. Its genetics promise regular node spacing, a manageable stretch, and a high degree of frostiness that you can count on every single time. This isn't a lottery; it's a blueprint for success.

Why Modified Payton Delivers Rock-Solid Consistency

The secret to Modified Payton's reliability lies in its stellar lineage and predictable growth patterns. It inherits the robust, gassy structure from the legendary Gary Payton side and combines it with the unique fruity-floral terpene profile from Modified Banana. This fusion creates a plant that doesn't surprise you with wild, uncontrollable growth but instead offers a steady, vigorous development that's easy to manage. Its stretch is average, meaning you won't be scrambling for headroom, and its bud structure is consistently dense and resinous, leading to those very high yields Elev8 is known for.

Key Factors for a Predictable Harvest and How Modified Payton Helps

• Genetic Stability: As a feminized seed from a reputable breeder like Elev8, you eliminate the risk of males, ensuring every seed is a productive female plant.
• Predictable Height & Stretch: With an average stretch during the flowering transition, you can plan your space and lighting setup without last-minute adjustments.
• Consistent Nutrient Response: Its vigorous but not finicky nature means it responds well to standard feeding schedules, reducing the chance of burn or deficiency surprises.
• Uniform Flowering Time: A defined 8-9 week flowering period lets you schedule your harvest and drying space with precision.
• Resilience to Stress: The robust genetics offer good resistance to common environmental fluctuations, helping maintain stability even if conditions aren't perfect.
• Repeatable Terpene Profile: The dominant gassy, fruity, and creamy aromas are a hallmark of this cross, so you know what flavor you're working towards from the start.

Recommended Routine for Top-Shelf Results Every Time

1. Start Strong: Germinate in a warm, humid environment. For a hassle-free start and to reduce transplant stress, consider using a root stimulator like Klonagel rooting hormone gel.
2. Establish Vigor: Transplant into a well-aerated, nutrient-rich substrate. During the vegetative phase, maintain a light schedule of 18 hours on, 6 hours off.
3. Guide the Growth: Utilize low-stress training (LST) during early veg to encourage an even canopy and maximize light penetration to all bud sites.
4. Trigger Flowering: Switch the light cycle to 12 hours on, 12 hours off to induce flowering. Watch for the characteristic stretch and bud formation.
5. Support & Feed: As buds swell, provide support if needed and follow a balanced flowering nutrient regimen. For dense, resin-packed flowers, a bloom booster like Bloom Stimulator B'Cuzz can be beneficial during peak weeks.
6. Monitor & Flush: In the final weeks, monitor trichomes and begin flushing with plain, pH-balanced water to ensure a clean, smooth final product.
7. Harvest & Cure: Harvest when trichomes are mostly milky with some amber, then dry slowly at 18–22 °C (64–72 °F) and 50–60% RH before curing for optimal flavor.

Advantages of Growing a Predictable Strain Like Modified Payton

• Confidence in Your Grow: Eliminates the anxiety of unpredictable outcomes, letting you enjoy the process.
• Maximized Yield Potential: Consistent structure and flowering lead to reliably high harvests, gram after gram.
• Efficient Use of Time & Resources: No more wasted effort on plants that underperform; every input translates to predictable output.
• Mastery of Technique: A stable plant allows you to fine-tune your environment and feeding for even better results next cycle.
• Premium, Repeatable Quality: You can dial in the perfect dry and cure for this specific terpene profile, creating a signature stash you'll love.

Technical Specifications

• Breeder / Brand: Elev8
• Type: Feminized
• Dominance: Indica-dominant hybrid
• Genetics: Modified Banana x Gary Payton
• Flowering Period: 8-9 weeks
• Yield (Indoor): Very high (approx. 500–600 g/m² or 1.6–1.9 oz/ft²)
• Height (Indoor): Medium to tall, approx. 1.0–1.4 m (3.3–4.6 ft)
• Difficulty: Medium (good vigor, responds well to training)
• Structure: Regular node spacing, high degree of bud frostiness, average stretch
• Aromatic Profile: Initial burst of OG funk, transitioning into intensely fruity and creamy tropical aromas.
• Flavor: Complex blend of gas, sour fruit, pine, and a creamy, almost buttery finish.
• Effect: Potent, heavy-hitting, and long-lasting. Primarily physical and relaxing, ideal for evening use.
• THC: High (estimated 22–26%)
• CBD: Low

How to Grow Modified Payton Feminized Seeds

Quick Overview: A vigorous, indica-dominant feminized photoperiod from Elev8. With an 8-9 week flowering time and very high yields, it's ideal for intermediate growers with some space. Its predictable growth makes it a great candidate for training techniques.

Safe Start & Seedling Stage:

• Germinate in a warm (22–25 °C / 72–77 °F), humid environment.
• Transplant carefully to its final pot (11–20 L / 2.9–5.3 gal) once the seedling is established.
• Use a light, airy substrate and avoid overwatering in the first weeks.

Directed Vegetative Growth:

• Keep lights on an 18/6 schedule. Temperatures of 22–26 °C (72–79 °F) are ideal.
• This strain handles Low-Stress Training (LST) and topping very well to create an even canopy.
• Maintain moderate humidity (50–60%) and provide good airflow to strengthen stems.

Flowering & Ripening:

• Switch lights to 12/12 to induce flowering. Expect a moderate stretch.
• Lower humidity to 40–50% in late flower to prevent mold on the dense buds.
• Feed with a balanced flowering nutrient regimen. Consider a PK booster during weeks 3-5 of flower for extra bud density.
• Flush with plain, pH-adjusted water for the last 10-14 days before harvest.

Harvest, Dry & Cure:

• Harvest when trichomes are mostly cloudy with 10-20% amber for a balanced, potent effect.
• Dry slowly in a dark space at 18–22 °C (64–72 °F) and 50–60% RH for 7-14 days.
• Cure in airtight jars, burping daily for the first two weeks, to smooth out the smoke and enhance the complex gassy-fruity flavors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the main appeal of Modified Payton?

Its standout feature is the incredible terpene profile: a hard-hitting OG gas smell that beautifully morphs into a creamy, tropical fruit flavor on the exhale. Combined with its very high yield and consistent growth, it's a total package for connoisseur growers.

Is Modified Payton suitable for SCROG (Screen of Green) training?

Absolutely. Its regular node spacing, vigorous branching, and manageable stretch make it an excellent candidate for SCROG. This technique will help you maximize your yield by creating an even canopy of top-quality buds.

How do I know when to harvest Modified Payton for the best effect?

Use a jeweler's loupe or a USB microscope to check the trichomes on the buds. For a more energetic, cerebral high, harvest when most trichomes are milky white. For a heavier, more sedative body stone, wait until you see more amber-colored trichomes. A mix of milky and amber is usually perfect.

Does Modified Payton have a strong smell during growth?

Yes, it can be quite pungent, especially in late flowering. The gassy, fruity aromas are intense. Using a quality carbon filter in your indoor setup is highly recommended for discretion.

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

Let me tell you, Modified Payton is a strain that commands respect in the garden. I ran a couple of these ladies in my last cycle, and the first thing that hits you is that classic, room-filling OG funk—it's unmistakable. But as the flowers mature, that sharp gas gets wrapped in this almost dessert-like creaminess with hints of tropical fruit. It's complex and seriously satisfying for any terpene hunter.

In terms of grow, it was refreshingly straightforward. The stretch was predictable, maybe adding 50-70% in height after the flip, which let me plan my scrog net without any panic. The buds stacked beautifully, forming dense, frost-covered colas that were a dream to trim. Yield was impressive; one plant yielded just over 500 g (17.64 oz) in a 1.2 m x 1.2 m (3.94 ft x 3.94 ft) tent under LED.

My pro-tip? Don't be shy with support in the final weeks. Those top colas get heavy. And for the love of flavor, give it a proper slow dry and cure. That's when the creamy tropical notes really sing. Compared to other "gas" strains that can be one-dimensional, Modified Payton's flavor journey makes it a real keeper in my book.