Gary Payton x Sour Face Feminized Seeds – Ripper Seeds Limited Edition

Gary Payton x Sour Face feminized seeds by Ripper Seeds are an exclusive limited edition that brings together two legendary American genetics to offer you a vibrant terpene profile and a perfectly balanced, potent high.

Are you tired of growing the same commercial strains that lack that unique, mind-blowing flavor and hit you with a one-dimensional high?

Spending months nurturing your plants only to harvest buds with a generic taste and a flat, boring effect is incredibly frustrating. You want something that truly stands out in your jars, a strain that makes your friends ask, "What is this?" the moment you open it.

The solution is here with this limited edition Gary Payton x Sour Face. This 60% Sativa hybrid delivers an unforgettable sensory experience, combining intense cookie and spice aromas with a sour, diesel kick, all backed by a massive THC level that hits both mind and body.

A Balanced High for the Ultimate Chill and Thrill

With its 60% Sativa and 40% Indica lineage, this strain gives you the best of both worlds. The Gary Payton genetics provide a deep, soothing physical relaxation, while the Sour Face kicks in with a wave of cerebral energy and mental stimulation. It is the perfect smoke for gaming, creative sessions, or simply chilling with friends without feeling glued to the couch.

Plus, the flavor profile is a true masterpiece. Upon inhaling, you will notice sweet and earthy notes mixed with pepper and diesel, leaving a lingering fruity and sour aftertaste that makes every puff a gourmet experience.

Stages and monitoring of Gary Payton x Sour Face

Quick overview

This photoperiod strain by Ripper Seeds has a 60-65 day flowering cycle and thrives indoors.

• Ideal for temperate and Mediterranean climates.
• Medium difficulty, suitable for most growers.
• Responds well to training techniques.

Safe start

Germinate at 22–25 °C and high humidity; transplant when the radicle is ~1 cm (0.39 in).

• Keep the environment warm and moist.
• Use a light, airy substrate mix.
• For a hassle-free start, Bio Rhizotonic by Biocanna speeds up rooting and reduces transplant stress.

Directed growth

Maintain an 18/6 light cycle and provide light watering to encourage vigorous branching.

• Keep temperatures around 22–26 °C.
• Apply LST or topping to maximize light penetration.
• In sustained growth, Alga Grow Plagron keeps leaves green and structure compact.

Efficient flowering

Switch to 12/12 and keep relative humidity at 40–50% to prevent mold issues.

• Ensure good airflow through the canopy.
• Expect a flowering time of 60–65 days.
• At the end of flowering, BAC F1 Extreme Booster helps with density and a cleaner taste.

Harvest and refinement

Harvest when trichomes are mostly milky with some amber for a balanced effect.

• Flush roots 7–10 days before cutting.
• Dry slowly at 18–22 °C and 50–60% RH.
• Cure in glass jars for at least 2–4 weeks.

Key advantages and benefits of this limited edition

• Up to 29% THC: Delivers a highly potent and long-lasting effect, which means you consume less to reach your desired state of relaxation.
• 60% Sativa / 40% Indica genetics: Provides a perfectly balanced high, allowing you to stay mentally active while physically relaxed throughout the day.
• Complex terpene profile: Blends sweet cookies, sour citrus, and diesel notes, offering a gourmet tasting experience that delights the palate with every puff.
• 60-65 days flowering time: Finishes relatively quickly for a Sativa-dominant strain, saving you time and electricity costs in your indoor setup.
• Medium-High yields: Produces generous harvests of dense, resinous buds, ensuring your stash jars stay full for longer between grows.
• Limited Edition release: Offers exclusive genetics that few growers will have, making your harvest truly unique and a great conversation starter.

Technical specifications

• Breeder: Ripper Seeds
• Type: Feminized photoperiod (Limited Edition)
• Dominance: 60% Sativa / 40% Indica
• Genetics: Gary Payton x Sour Face
• Flowering time (Indoor): 60–65 days
• Harvest (Outdoor): October (Northern Hemisphere) / April (Southern Hemisphere)
• Yield (Indoor): Medium-High, approx. 450–500 g/m² (1.48–1.64 oz/ft²)
• Yield (Outdoor): Medium-High, approx. 600–800 g/plant (1.32–1.76 lb/plant)
• Height (Indoor): 0.90–1.20 m (2.95–3.94 ft)
• Height (Outdoor): 1.50–2.00 m (4.92–6.56 ft)
• Difficulty: Medium
• Ideal climate: Temperate, Mediterranean
• THC: Approx. 25–29%
• CBD: Low
• Flavor: Fruity, sweet cookies, sour citrus, earthy, pepper, diesel
• Effect: Strong, cerebral energy, physical relaxation

Care and storage for maximum freshness

To keep your Gary Payton x Sour Face buds in pristine condition, proper storage is essential. Once dried and cured, store your flowers in airtight glass jars. Keep them in a cool, dark place, ideally between 15–20 °C (59–68 °F), to preserve the delicate terpenes and prevent THC degradation.

• Use moisture control packs to maintain a steady 58–62% relative humidity inside the jars.
• Avoid exposing the jars to direct sunlight or extreme temperature fluctuations.
• Open the jars ("burp" them) once a month during long-term storage to refresh the air.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gary Payton x Sour Face suitable for beginners?

While it is not the hardest strain to grow, it does require some basic knowledge of nutrient management and environmental control. Beginners can achieve great results if they pay attention to humidity levels during flowering.

How tall does this strain get?

Indoors, it typically reaches between 0.90 and 1.20 m (2.95 and 3.94 ft). Outdoors, given enough root space and vegetative time, it can stretch up to 2.00 m (6.56 ft).

What makes this a Limited Edition?

Ripper Seeds occasionally releases exclusive crosses in small batches. Once these seeds are sold out, they may never be produced again, making them a collector's item for genetics enthusiasts.

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

When I first popped these Gary Payton x Sour Face seeds, I knew I was in for a treat. The vegetative growth was vigorous, but the real magic happened around week four of flowering. The smell in the grow room became an intoxicating mix of sweet bakery goods and sharp, sour gas. I highly recommend using a carbon filter with this one, as the aroma is incredibly loud.

I found that it responds beautifully to topping, creating an even canopy of dense, frosty colas. The smoke is exceptionally smooth, and the high hits you right behind the eyes before melting down into your body. It is easily one of the most flavorful and balanced limited editions I have grown this year. Grab them while you can, because genetics like this do not stay in stock for long!