Maui Wowie Latest Arrival
An almost purely Hawaiian Sativa, Maui Wowie’s origins date back to the island of Maui, Hawaii in the 1960s. Said to have grown out of volcanic soil on the tropical island. Known for its distinct tropical aroma and powerful uplifting effects the Maui Wowie strain gained popularity with its appearance in film and television. Definitely a daytime weed, the strain offers a quick-hitting dose of optimism and euphoria. Maui Wowie offers a floral, citrus-esque scent. It’s the perfect accompaniment to this strain’s cheerful vibes. With high THC levels and a boost of energy many seasoned cannabis users choose this strain as a wake-and-bake favorite. Stronger than a cup of coffee the delicious taste this strain leaves in your mouth are the best way to kick off your day.
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THC levels up to 20%
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80% Sativa 20% Indica
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Provides happiness, energy and uplifted spirits
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Total time from flowering stage to harvest: 55 to 65 days
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Growing experience level: Beginner
Maui Wowie: Hawaiian Gold
Maui Wowie plants are tall, wide and full featuring some of the biggest, dankest buds you will ever see. The plants look like they could grow in the wild as they are bright green in color and have bushy leaves that are absolutely covered in tasty resin. If you are partial to a sticky bud then you should check Maui Wowie out right after it has been clipped and dried. The nuggets are leafy and full and have bright orange hairs sticking out of a deep green bud. Breaking apart these nuggets will unleash a tropical scent that is mouth-watering. Even though Maui Wowie hasn’t won any major cannabis awards over the past 60 years it has a reputation in the cannabis community that adds to its lore and popularity. While awards are nice, sometimes word of mouth is even better and Maui Wowie is super sought-after. If you want to grow this strain you will need some advice, and we are here to help.
Growing Tips for Our Seeds
The Maui Wowie strain is a beginner-friendly choice thanks to its knack for adapting to fluctuations in temperature and natural resistance against pests and disease. Maui Wowie seeds love balmy, warm, and tropical settings abundant in sunshine. If you live in a cooler region, rest assured that it’s easy to recreate these conditions indoors. Outdoor growers make sure you have a window of good, warm weather so you can bring this strain to fruition without any major problems. Because this strain originated in a naturally humid climate with fluctuating temperatures, it tends to be less susceptible to mold and mildew. These built-in advantages mean growers won’t need to spend as much time or money trying to mitigate these issues.
Dial in Your Growing Conditions
- Indoor or Outdoor: Maui Wowie plants grow very well indoors and outdoors as long as the climate is correct. The ideal temperature for these plants is between 70-85 degrees fahrenheit. Maui Wowie needs about 6-8 hours of sunlight per day. Using nutrient rich soil with a pH level between 6.0 to 7.0 will give you your best results.
- Moisture control: Humidity levels between 40-60% are ideal for this plant during the vegetative stage. Dropping the humidity level to 30-40% during the flowering stage will help you cross the finish line with thick, dense buds.
- Training Techniques: Low-stress training, topping and pruning training techniques are a good choice with this strain. These techniques will help you control the height and width of your plant by trimming the branches that aren’t producing bigger buds.
The Germination Game Plan
Before you even plant your Maui Wowie 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 indoor grows you can expect the Maui Wowie strain to harvest after a short flowering stage of 55-65 days. If you are planting this sativa-dominant hybrid outside in April or May, your plants will be harvest-ready right around mid-October.
- Yields: While Indoor yields are around 400 grams per square meter and outdoor grows typically produce up to 450 grams per plant. These are quality yields considering the THC content and how easy these plants are to grow at home.
Dominant Terpenes in Maui Wowie: Tropical Delight
The Maui Wowie terpene profile is directly responsible for how the plant smells, tastes and the strong effects it has on its users. The most dominant terpene in this strain is Caryophyllene, while myrcene, pinene and limonene are the secondary terpenes.
- Caryophyllene: Most Dominant – Features spicy notes in both flavor and aroma.
- Myrcene: Secondary Terpene– Naturally occurring terpene found in many different plant species.
- Limonene: Found in Citrus – Found in citrus rinds, this terpene has the ability to help with stress as well as anxiety.
- Pinene: Piney Scent and Taste – An aromatic compound that is derived from pine trees. It is what gives Maui Wowie its earthy, piney scent.
Dominant Cannabinoids in Maui Wowie:
Cannabinoids play an important role in Maui Wowie seeds and are generally a huge part of most cannabis strains. That energetic, euphoric and uplifted feeling you get when using the Maui Wowie strain is due to its dominant cannabinoids. Each cannabinoid does something different to the user.
- THC: The Main Character – THC is the most dominant cannabinoid on the molecular level of this strain. The crystalline compound tetrahydrocannabinol is the main ingredient of cannabis. Topping out at 20%, the THC in the Sativa-dominant strain is responsible for the euphoric and uplifted feeling you get with Maui Wowie.
- CBD: Very Minimal Amounts – While the CBD levels in Maui Wowie are less than 1% the cannabinoid is still present.
Characteristics
Strain Genetics |
Hawaiian sativa |
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Blend |
20% Indica, 80% Sativa |
Plant Sex |
Feminized |
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Flowering Time |
55-65 days |
Flowering Type |
Photoperiod |
THC Content |
20% |
CBD Level |
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Effects |
Energetic, Euphoric, Uplifted |
Indoor Yield |
Up to 400g per m2 |
Outdoor Yield |
Up to 450g per plant |
Flavor |
Citrus, Sweet, Tropical |
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Where to Grow |
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Seed Type |
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Plant Height |
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Yield Levels |
Moderate Yield |
Reviews
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4rjun15 Verified Buyer
Structural demands for this cultivar were higher than average, driven primarily by a tall, lanky growth habit that required staking intervention once flower-stage bud weight accumulated on the main colas. Flowering duration ran long relative to comparison strains, a scheduling variable worth flagging. Bud morphology at harvest was notably airy rather than dense, though this did not correspond to reduced trichome coverage or resin stickiness, both of which remained high. Temperature management proved more consequential than with hardier strains: a brief cool period produced measurable growth deceleration, reversed upon correction. Aroma profile was consistently complex — pineapple, citrus, pine, and a floral undertone — with cured aroma showing clear improvement in balance and integration over harvest-fresh material.
nw20 Verified Buyer
Ten out of ten, bring extra stakes.
40408 Verified Buyer
Airy structure, heavy resin, lovely smell.
Felix C. Verified Buyer
Flowering ran longer than average, worth flagging for scheduling.
Natasha35 Verified Buyer
Tropical smell filled my whole grow space by harvest.
ABurns Verified Buyer
Demanded warmth like it booked a tropical vacation.
harperc Verified Buyer
Tropical bouquet, genuinely gorgeous smell throughout.
ROrtiz Verified Buyer
I let the tent temperature dip a bit too low for a few nights early in this grow, out of habit from other strains, and noticed the growth rate slow down noticeably until I corrected it and kept things warmer going forward. Lesson learned — this one really does want a tropical climate to feel comfortable. Structure was tall and lanky, and I ended up adding support for a couple of the heavier colas once flowering really kicked in. The buds finished frosty, heavily coated in crystals, with a light, airy structure rather than dense clusters. The aroma was gorgeous, sweet pineapple and citrus with pine and floral undertones. Curing brought it all together into something well-balanced. First smoke had a bright, clear-headed, energetic lift, perfect for an active morning.
R.M Verified Buyer
Maui Wowie lived up to its reputation for being a tall, lanky grower — by mid-flower it had stretched well past what I’d planned for, and I ended up staking several of the main colas to keep them from bending under their own weight. The structure stayed fairly airy rather than dense, but the buds were absolutely coated in crystals, sticky to the touch despite how light they felt in my hand. I made sure to keep the tent warm throughout, since I’d read this one really does best mimicking a tropical climate, and it rewarded that attention with steady, healthy growth. The aroma built into this incredible tropical bouquet, sweet pineapple and citrus with a hint of pine and something floral underneath, almost lavender-like. Curing brought all of that into balance. First smoke had this bright, energetic, clear-headed lift that made for a genuinely great morning session, the kind that gets you up and moving.
Luna T. Verified Buyer
Buds were light and airy but genuinely sticky.