21% THCa
Purple Hindu Kush
Purple Hindu Kush marijuana owes its legendary status as a pure indica to its revered parent strains, Hindu Kush and Purple Afghani. Believed to have gotten its start in the cannabis world in the Middle East, the strain was made popular while being bred in California. It is unknown exactly when this strain was created, but marijuana historians have said it could date back as far as the 1970s. Purple Hindu Kush marijuana is for users who are looking to feel happy, cozy, calm, and sleepy. It induces a potent body buzz that generally leads to couch lock, so most recreational and medical users indulge in this strain a little before bed. There is no need for dessert before bed when partaking in Purple Hindu Kush, as it is sweet with a berry-like taste and aroma with the right amount of earthiness.
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THC levels up to 22%
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100% Indica
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Relaxing and sedating effects
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Total time from flowering stage to harvest: 55-65 days
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Growing experience level: Intermediate
THC levels up to 22%
Purple Hindu Kush: From Legendary Beginnings
Purple Hindu Kush seeds grow into one of the more intimidating-looking plants you will ever see in the marijuana world. The deep, dark leaves of this strain feature green, purple, and even red hues, depending on what kind of light is hitting them. A close examination of the buds shows purple and gold trichomes and hairs that are unique to this strain specifically. When harvested, the buds turn to a purple and almost icy-looking nugget. That “frosting” that appears on the exterior of the nugs is the resin that you saw on the fully grown plant. With very little green in the finished product, the Purple Hindu Kush strain offers a finished product that is unlike any other in the cannabis world. Although PHK hasn’t taken home any major awards thus far, it has garnered tons of top reviews on the internet and has also been written about in cannabis magazines and online articles. It is a fan favorite and is sure to win some major awards in the near future.
Growing Tips for Our Seeds
Due to Purple Hindu Kush’s various cultivation needs, this pure indica is best grown by intermediate to experienced growers. Whether indoors or outside, Purple Hindu Kush female plants require a warm and dry setting in which to thrive. Purple Hindu Kush feminized cannabis plants are highly resistant to both common molds and mildew, giving growers one less thing to worry about. These plants prefer a warm, sunny environment similar to that of California summers to grow correctly and to produce top yields.
Dial in Your Growing Conditions
- Indoor or Outdoor: Purple Hindu Kush cannabis seeds can be grown indoors and outdoors by experienced growers. The ideal temperature for these plants is between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit. An 18 to 24-hour light cycle is used throughout the vegetative stage, while 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness should be used during the flowering stage.
- Moisture control: Maintain moderate humidity levels between 50-60% throughout the vegetative stage, while dialing back the humidity to 40-50% will induce and carry the strain through the flowering stage.
- Training Techniques: Low-stress training and supercropping are the best methods for this strain because it is short and bushy. These techniques will trim away the useless branches to allow the bud-bearing branches a chance to receive adequate light and air flow.
The Germination Game Plan
Before you even plant your Purple Hindu Kush 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 grow, you can expect the Purple Hindu Kush strain to harvest after a flowering period of 55-65 days. Those growing this pure indica outside should be able to harvest their plants around the middle of October.
- Yields: While Indoor yields are around 400 grams per square meter, outdoor grows typically produce up to 500 grams per plant. These yield numbers are lovely and worth the extra effort needed to bring this strain to fruition.
Dominant Terpenes in Purple Hindu Kush: Pleasant & Purple
The Purple Hindu Kush terpene profile is directly responsible for how the plant smells and tastes and the strong effects it has on its users. The most dominant terpene in this strain is caryophyllene, while myrcene and pinene are the secondary terpenes.
- Caryophyllene: Most Dominant – Known for its peppery aroma, this terpene is one of the most frequently seen terpenes in cannabis plants.
- Myrcene: Secondary Terpene – Known for its relaxing and sedative effects.
- Pinene: Found in Pine Needles – This terpene is responsible for the strain’s earthy notes and pungent aroma.
Dominant Cannabinoids in Purple Hindu Kush:
Cannabinoids play an important role in Purple Hindu Kush seeds and are generally a huge part of most cannabis strains. That euphoric, relaxed, and sleepy feeling you get when enjoying the Purple Hindu Kush 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 around 22%, the THC in this pure Indica strain is responsible for the euphoric and relaxed feeling you get when using PHK.
- CBD: Very Minimal Amounts – The CBD levels in Purple Hindu Kush are around 1%.
Characteristics
Strain Genetics |
Purple Afghani, Hindu Kush |
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Blend |
100% Indica |
Plant Sex |
Feminized |
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Flowering Time |
55-65 days |
Flowering Type |
Photoperiod |
THC Content |
22% |
CBD Level |
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Effects |
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Indoor Yield |
Up to 400g per m2 |
Outdoor Yield |
Up to 500g per plant |
Flavor |
Berry, Earthy, Sweet |
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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 |
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TrollsSkunk Verified Buyer
Purple Hindu Kush terpene-effect alignment: myrcene dominant — earthy-musky aromatics, sedative muscle-relaxing effects, classic indica body weight. Caryophyllene — spicy-peppery aromatic note, CB2 anti-inflammatory body-active effects. Linalool — floral-lavender aromatic note, anxiolytic calming properties (same terpene as lavender). Humulene — woody-earthy depth, mild appetite effects. Pinene — pine freshness, alertness counterbalance to sedation. Five terpenes producing the sweet-earthy-kush-grape aromatic profile and deep body relaxation-sedation effects. A reliable classic indica.
ivexkexlurx Verified Buyer
Growing feminized Purple Hindu Kush from Growers Choice gives you access to the Hindu Kush landrace heritage in feminized format — the pure indica growth structure, the resin production that made Hindu Kush famous as a hash plant, and the Purple Afghani color genetics that make the harvest specifically beautiful.
molegrabs Verified Buyer
Pure indica genetics. Myrcene-dominant terpene profile. Sour grape and earthy kush flavor with pine and spice. Deeply relaxing and sedating effects. Feminized seeds from Growers Choice. ‘Classic indica with sweet, earthy flavors’ — accurate GCS product description. A reliable classic indica.
slothpops Verified Buyer
Dense lavender-purple buds under white trichome frost. The Hindu Kush resin heritage made visible. The Purple Afghani color genetics made visible. The visual quality of the harvest is the observable evidence of the genetic quality. A reliable classic indica.
dingoflips Verified Buyer
The stress relief application is real and specific. After a session with Purple Hindu Kush from Growers Choice, the things that were stressing me out are still there but they feel less urgent, less present. The myrcene and linalool are doing actual anxiolytic work, not just making me feel vaguely better. A reliable classic indica.
Hdeclan89 Verified Buyer
Pure indica genetics. Myrcene-dominant terpene profile. Sour grape and earthy kush flavor with pine and spice. Deeply relaxing and sedating effects. Feminized seeds from Growers Choice. ‘Classic indica with sweet, earthy flavors’ — accurate GCS product description. A reliable classic indica.
9ullcr34ky Verified Buyer
Growers Choice’s ‘perfect for relaxation and stress relief’ description is the most accurate strain positioning I’ve seen in a seed bank catalog. The effects specifically address stress: the linalool calms the mental aspect; the myrcene and body relaxation address the physical aspect. Both dimensions of stress are specifically served. A reliable classic indica.
BrendanN41 Verified Buyer
The landrace depth of Hindu Kush genetics produces a body-weight, sedating experience that hybridized indica crosses approximate but don’t replicate. Growing near-pure indica genetics means growing the experience that ‘indica’ was always supposed to describe. A reliable classic indica.
narwhalzaps Verified Buyer
Dense purple-tinted buds coated in white trichome frost with orange hairs throughout — this is what the Hindu Kush resin heritage and the Purple Afghani color genetics produce when the cultivation includes cool nights in late flower. The visual is as premium as the aromatics. A reliable classic indica.
Kimberly.M Verified Buyer
The specific therapeutic positioning of Purple Hindu Kush — ‘perfect for relaxation and stress relief’ per Growers Choice — is backed by terpene mechanisms that are both specific and well-documented. Myrcene as the dominant terpene provides the sedative, muscle-relaxing foundation that gives the Hindu Kush lineage its characteristic body weight. Caryophyllene’s CB2 receptor interaction provides anti-inflammatory relief that complements the body relaxation with physical pain management. Linalool adds the anxiolytic calming quality — the same terpene found in lavender — that makes the stress relief specifically calming rather than simply sedating. Humulene adds woody-earthy depth and mild appetite suppression. Together, these terpenes don’t just produce pleasant aromatics — they produce direct and specific therapeutic effects that match the relaxation and stress relief applications Growers Choice accurately targets. The blissful euphoria at onset, the progressive body ease, and the sedating conclusion are the experiential expression of this terpene architecture.