God Bud
God Bud
Also known as: Purple God Bud, BC God Bud
Overview
God Bud is a legendary indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that has earned widespread recognition since its creation in the early 2000s. Originally developed by Jordan of the Islands, a renowned Canadian seed bank, the strain gained additional prominence through BC Bud Depot's cultivation efforts. This powerful hybrid is the result of crossing Hawaiian landrace genetics with Purple Skunk, creating a strain that combines the uplifting qualities of its sativa heritage with deeply relaxing indica effects. God Bud won the prestigious High Times Indica Cup in 2004, cementing its reputation as a premium cannabis variety.
Visually, God Bud is truly striking, featuring dense, compact buds that are completely covered in a thick layer of crystalline trichomes, giving them an almost frosty-white appearance from a distance. The flowers display vibrant colors ranging from deep forest green to purple hues, accented by bright orange pistils. The strain is known for its exceptional resin production, making it highly valued for concentrate and hash production. God Bud plants typically remain relatively short and stocky due to their heavy indica heritage, rarely exceeding 3-4 feet in height when fully mature. The strain has become a staple in dispensaries across the West Coast and Colorado, prized for its potent effects and complex aromatic profile.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for stress management
- Reported to help with anxiety
- May assist with depression symptoms
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with muscle spasms
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
God Bud is considered a moderately challenging strain to cultivate, making it more suitable for experienced growers. The strain has a flowering time of 7-9 weeks indoors with harvest typically occurring in mid-October for outdoor grows. Indoor yields are relatively modest at 2-4 ounces per plant or approximately 3-4 ounces per square meter, while outdoor cultivation in suitable climates can produce significantly higher yields of up to 3 pounds per plant in optimal southern conditions. Plants remain compact and dense with heavy branching, requiring excellent airflow and humidity control to prevent mold and mildew issues. The strain prefers temperatures between 65-80°F and lower humidity levels during flowering (40-50%). God Bud can be grown both indoors and outdoors using soil or hydroponic systems, with techniques like LST, ScrOG, and defoliation recommended to maximize yields and light penetration.