Gelato

Gelato: The Latest Scoop

Gelato’s flavor profile got its reputation as being just as sweet and delicious as it’s namesake. The strain is perfectly balanced between Indica and Sativa and is so powerful that it is known as a one or two hitter quitter bud. Frequently described as a social strain, the mix of head and body high won’t leave you couch ridden and has the potential to be a highly productive bud perfect for an anytime smoke. When it hits its pique flowering stage the plant will have different color greens and hints of orange and amber as well as deep purple that make it a completely recognizable strain even to the lesser trained eye.

Growing Tips for Our Seeds

Gelato is best grown at an expert level with experienced grow masters having the best luck producing the desired yields. It takes near perfect growing conditions both indoors and out to attain the desired goal. Seasoned growers opt to grow this strain indoors where settings, temperature and humidity as well as light levels can be completely controlled. Outdoor grows aren’t impossible but they take a precise and steady environment to be successful. This strain takes every ounce of attention you have and even then it can be fickle and temperamental. Ultimately, if you are growing indoors you should consider using grow tents to ensure you make it to harvest time. The good news is that if you follow the growing tips to the T, you will have a harvest that is not only high in THC, but features a delicious flavor and aroma that isn’t easily duplicated by other strains. To bring out the alluring deep purple hues of Gelato’s small buds you will need to shock your plants near the end of the vegetative growth stage by exposing them to cool, but never freezing, overnight temperatures.

Dial in Your Growing Conditions

• Indoor or Outdoor: Growing Gelato is worth the sweat equity needed to bring this strain to harvest. The desired temperature for Gelato ranges between 70 to 80 degrees fahrenheit during the day and slightly cooler temperatures, 65-75 degrees at night. The plant requires 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness during the flowering stage.
• Moisture control: Gelato’s humidity requirements are between 40-50% during the vegetative stage and between 30-40% during the flowering stage. It is important to replicate Mediterranean climates with this strain. You’ll also want to use well-draining soil and make sure there is lots of air circulation.
• Training Techniques: Gelato plants benefit greatly from defoliating which means you will have to remove some of the lower leaves so the plant expends all of its energy on the buds. You are also going to want to keep you soil’s pH levels between 6.0 to 6.8.

The Germination Game Plan

Before you even plant your Gelato female cannabis plants, you will first need to germinate these seeds. To do so, refer to our free germination guide, knowing that they are backed by our impressive 90% germination guarantee.

Yields, Flowering Time and Harvest

• Flowering Time: With an indoor grow you can expect Gelato to harvest between 55-65 days, which is considered short to average in the cannabis growing world. Outdoor growers should anticipate harvesting around the middle part of October.
• Yields: Indoor yields are 500 grams per square meter, while outdoor grows typically produce up to 500 grams per plant. Considering the amount of time and effort needed to get to the flowering stage, this yield is definitely worth the wait.

Dominant Terpenes in Gelato: Moto Bella

Gelato’s terpene profile is fairly standard. The most dominant terpene in this strain is caryophyllene while limonene and myrcene are in the background contributing to the aroma and sweet taste of the Gelato strain.

• Caryophyllene: The Most Dominant – Gives the strain its spicy warmth and peppery notes. Works with humulene to create the complexity in the aroma.
• Myrcene: Silver Medalist – Contributes noticeably to the Indica within Gelato’s chemical compound.
• Limonene: Last but Not Least – Citrusy and sweet undertones that are responsible for Gelato’s uplifting and happy effects.

Dominant Cannabinoids in Gelato:

Cannabinoids, although in the background, play an important role in Gelato and are a huge part of the genetic makeup of cannabis in general. The energized and uplifting feeling you get when you use Gelato is due to the cannabinoids and terpenes that are the building blocks of cannabis. Each cannabinoid does something a little different and depending on how much THC and CBD there is it can produce a completely different effect on the body and mind.

• THC: The Main Character – THC is the most dominant cannabinoid on the molecular level of Gelato or Gelato 33. The crystalline compound tetrahydrocannabinol is the main ingredient of cannabis. Topping out at a massive 23%, the THC in the Indica-Sativa Hybrid is responsible for the head and body high you get when you use it. The high THC levels in Gelato are higher than normal which is apparent when you partake in this delicious bud.
• CBD: Low Doses – CBD is a cannabinoid that is not psychoactive but can be found in most cannabis strains. The cannabinoid is found in smaller amounts and can be used for a lot of medicinal treatments such as a stress reliever and anti-inflammatory.