Many people call the Durban Poison strain the "espresso" of cannabis. And that's for good reasons.
If you're looking to grow and smoke marijuana that allows you to be productive during the day, you may want to consider the Durban Poison. It is a pure sativa that has its origins in South Africa.
The unique aroma that hints at sweet licorice and anise makes Durban Poison popular in the 420 community. But there's more about this special weed strain to focus on, especially if you want to grow it from seedlings.
In this article, you will learn about the genetics, appearance, terpenes profile, yield potential, and growing requirements for the Durban Poison cannabis strain.
If you've chosen to grow the Durban Poison strain for commercial purposes or personal consumption, there's a lot of potential in this marijuana that you can expect.
It's one of the special Sativa weed seeds in our catalogue, and cannabis fans keep raving about it.
In the sections ahead, we will consider the various aspects of growing Durban Poison from seed to post-harvest.
Meanwhile, Durban Poison is available in both feminised and autoflower variants. You have to decide which variant you want to grow.
Alt: Durban poison cannabis plant germinating from soil
Autoflowering cannabis seeds (or auto seeds) develop into weed plants that yield less than regular cannabis seeds. However, they offer quick growth from seedling to flowering in 7-10 weeks.
You can choose the Durban Poison autoflower if you're a novice gardener and want quicker results.
This variant still possesses all the features and characteristics of the original Durban Poison strain, except that it has been bred to switch into flowering without a change in light cycles.
Although yields are smaller, autoflowering plants often produce high-THC buds quickly, making them suitable for small grow spaces with proper care.
Durban Poison is from a landrace strain that was "discovered" by cannabis activist Ed Rosenthal in the early 1970s, close to Durban, South Africa. It is a pure Sativa marijuana strain.
The general idea is that sativa is more invigorating and energising due to the influence of the high THC content—the opposite of Indica, which induces a more relaxing and calming effect.
When a weed is called a landrace strain, it has remained unchanged for centuries.
So, it's no real surprise that Durban Poison remains highly valued by cannabis enthusiasts today. It represents the original genetic makeup of a particular strain.
Alt: A Durban Poison cannabis plant in its flowering stage.
The Durban Poison cultivar boasts tall, slender plants. The buds harvested from this weed strain are round and chunky. You will usually notice an oversized coat of trichomes or resin glands.
These oversized resin glands make it an ideal option for concentrate extraction.
Sometimes, the buds combine lighter and deep greens accentuated by fiery orange hair.
The modern version of Durban Poison stands out with its high THC levels, averaging around 20% and sometimes reaching up to 25%, depending on the cultivation.
This percentage of THC makes it a really strong marijuana strain. Considering it's a pure sativa, you can expect a satisfying cerebral high when you smoke the buds.
Pinene is the main terpene in the Durban Poison weed strain, which is also found in pine trees and gives the buds their pine-like smell.
This subtle aroma is great for people who prefer a more understated scent than funky or floral herbs.
There's also a domination of earthy and sweet in the taste. It has subtle hints of mint and pepper on the exhale.
This strain is best for active periods, chores, and other daylight activities.
The yield potential of the Durban Poison depends on the variants you are growing and, of course, the growing environment.
For feminised seeds, you can expect a harvest of around 450-550g/m2 indoors and up to 600 grams per plant outdoors.
In optimal conditions, autoflowering variants of this strain produce 400-450g/m² indoors or 450-550 grams per plant outdoors.
Fans of Durban Poison love it for its pure sativa effects. It's one of the purest sativas available today.
When you consume Durban Poison, it starts with a euphoric head rush that is cerebral and energising.
You'll feel a huge energy boost, making you social, happy, and creative.
However, some users also discuss its ailment properties. Many users report its uplifting effects, which can be useful for treating fatigue and lethargy.
Since the sativa strain has mood-boosting properties, it's no surprise that some consumers testify that it helps alleviate symptoms of depression and stress.
As a pure Sativa, Durban Poison is more sensitive to overfertilization than most cannabis plants.
To avoid a nutritional lockout, don't overfeed it. For example, avoid adding nitrogen-based fertilisers until the seedling's cotyledons have fallen off.
The weed plant thrives in temperatures between 65 and 85 °C. It also grows well outdoors, reaching up to 10 feet tall.
Meanwhile, if you're growing outdoors, remember that the plant can grow big. This means you'll get a large harvest, especially if you plant it in big pots or straight in the ground.
It thrives in full sunlight and does best in dry areas with long summers. However, it's resilient enough to grow well even in "less ideal" conditions.
The best time to harvest is when at least 70% of the white pistils turn orange or when the trichomes appear more cloudy than clear.
Every weed strain comes with its perks and drawbacks. So before you proceed to grow Durban Poison, pay attention to these:
Some will argue that these aren't really disadvantages and we wouldn't debate that. It really depends on the extra measures you put in place, especially if you're growing indoors.
Considering its ease of growing and resilience, the Durban Poison cannabis strain is a solid choice for beginner growers. It is, indeed, among the easiest sativa weed seeds to grow.
For recreational cannabis users, Sativa is an ideal weed strain to spark up their creativity, encourage inward reflection, and help them concentrate and ease a distracted mind.
Some say Sativa seeds produce more THC than Indicas, but this is harder to measure with so many hybrids available.
However, Sativas do have distinct cannabinoid and terpene profiles compared to indices, providing a unique cannabis experience. The Durban Poison strain is no exception.
You have made a wise decision by choosing to grow Durban Poison in Australia this year.
At Aussie Hemp Seeds, we're proud to be a leading online marketplace for high-quality cannabis seeds in Australia. We carefully handpicked and bred this strain so that you get bountiful buds to harvest when due.
They are available with ten seeds (1X ten packs) for each strain, each costing $100. We also have an autoflowering variant for beginners who want to save on their first purchase, make fewer commitments, and get quicker results.
The most popular germination method for marijuana seeds is the paper towel method.
Step 1: Place a damp kitchen towel on a flat surface.
Step 2: Space your seeds a few centimetres apart on the towel, then cover them with a second damp kitchen towel. Make sure both towels are moist but not soaking wet.
Step 3: Check the seeds every 12 hours, but avoid over-handling them or their roots.
Step 4: When the white root tips are 1–2 cm long, carefully transfer the seeds to soil pots with the taproot facing downward.
You can plant sprouted seeds immediately or wait a day or two for any remaining seeds to catch up.
The quantity of weed seed you should buy depends on the volume you want to grow. We generally advise first-time growers to start small, such as growing three seeds.
If you already have more seeds than you need, proper storage is important. The place where you store your cannabis seeds should be cold, at 5°C (41°F) or lower, and have low humidity (between 15% and 30%).
Keep the seeds in a dry, airtight container. Store the container in the refrigerator's crisper drawer for a more steady temperature to increase their germination rate.
Under the proper storage conditions, those weed seeds will stay viable for the next ten years, but we recommend using them within the first 1-2 years.
