Purple Haze
Purple Haze
Also known as: Grape Haze
Overview
Purple Haze is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid strain that emerged during the 1960s-1970s and was popularized by the Haze Brothers in Santa Cruz, California. This iconic strain is believed to be a cross between Haze and Purple Thai strains, resulting in approximately 85% sativa and 15% indica genetics. Catapulted into popular culture by Jimi Hendrix's 1967 song of the same name, Purple Haze became an instant counterculture icon and remains one of the most recognizable cannabis strains worldwide. The strain's distinctive purple coloration comes from anthocyanins - plant pigments that become more pronounced when cultivated in cooler temperatures, creating vibrant hues against dense, trichome-covered buds. The buds display a dense, bouncy appearance with pepper-shaped nugs featuring vibrant lavender hues, rich purple undertones, and a thick coating of milky white trichomes indicating high potency. Beyond its visual appeal, Purple Haze represents a cornerstone of cannabis genetics, serving as parent stock for numerous modern hybrids and maintaining its reputation as one of the most stable and reliably purple sativa strains available.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from depression
- May help with anxiety management
- Often used for stress relief
- Users report enhanced creativity
- May help with chronic fatigue
- Often used for mood disorders
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Purple Haze is relatively easy to grow, especially for a Haze hybrid, making it suitable for beginners and experienced growers alike. It takes care of itself during the growing cycle with minimal maintenance required. Flowering time ranges from 8-10 weeks indoors, which is shorter than many pure sativas. Expected yields are approximately 19 ounces per square meter indoors and 14 ounces per plant outdoors. Outdoor harvest typically occurs in late October. The strain thrives in warm, sunny Mediterranean-type climates and requires plenty of sunlight. It's sensitive to extreme temperature and humidity fluctuations when grown indoors. Due to its sativa genetics, plants can grow tall and lanky, requiring training techniques like topping, LST, or SCROG methods to maximize yield and manage height, especially for indoor cultivation. The strain responds well to conservative feeding with a 'less is more' approach, particularly during flowering when phosphorus can be increased to boost yields.