Mendocino Purple Kush from Pyramid Seeds — a unique hybrid of Mendocino Purple × Purple Kush, with a germination guarantee. 20–23% THC, up to 900 g/1.5 m² under LED — a sweet morning-dew aroma with grape and berry notes, intense violet colours and a surprisingly cerebral effect alongside deep body relaxation. (Also searched as "Mendocino Purple", "Mendocino Kush", "Mendocino Purps" or "Mendo Purple".)
Key specifications
| Genetics | Mendocino Purple × Purple Kush |
| Genotype | 60% indica / 40% sativa |
| Seed type | Photoperiod, feminized |
| THC | 20–23% |
| CBD | Low (< 1%) |
| Flowering indoor | 60–65 days (LED: 53–58 days) |
| Yield indoor | 500 g/m² | up to 900 g/1.5 m² (720 W LED) |
| Yield outdoor | up to 800 g/plant |
| Special feature | Unusual colour — intense violet tones |
| Dominant terpenes | Myrcene, linalool, caryophyllene |
| Aroma | Morning dew, grape, berries, earthy, sweet, fresh |
| Effects | Relaxing, cerebral, energising |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Genetics and origin
Mendocino Purple Kush brings together two purple legends from Northern California:
- Mendocino Purple — from the famous Mendocino County, known for a cerebral, activating effect and a complex fruit aroma with grape and berry notes. A parent of the Purple Urkle line.
- Purple Kush — a classic Kush indica known for a deep, sedating body effect, a spicy aroma and intense violet colouring.
The result: a 60% indica hybrid that combines the cerebral character of Mendocino Purple with the deep body relaxation of Purple Kush — a surprisingly versatile effect profile. Part of the American Strains collection.
Mendocino Purple Kush effect
What sets Mendocino Purple Kush apart from classic Kush strains: the Mendocino Purple share brings a surprisingly cerebral, activating character — despite the 60% indica dominance:
- Cerebral start — the Mendocino Purple heritage: mental stimulation, energy, creative drive
- Progressive body relaxation — the Purple Kush genetics take over: deep muscle relaxation
- Long-lasting — 20–23% THC delivers an intense, long-lasting experience
- Evening and night — increasingly sedating as the effect progresses
Aroma and terpene profile
The aroma profile is unique in the purple family: fresh morning dew as a base — a cool, damp note reminiscent of early morning — combined with sweet grape and berry notes and an earthy Kush background. Among growers the Mendocino strain (or Mendocino Kush) is prized for exactly these Purple Kush terpenes — myrcene, linalool and caryophyllene.
| Terpene | Typical impressions | Contribution to the profile |
|---|
| Myrcene | Earthy, fruity, musky | A fruity base, supports the indica body effect |
| Linalool | Floral, fresh, slightly sweet | The morning-dew note, calming and anxiety-relieving |
| Caryophyllene | Spicy, peppery, warm | The spicy Kush character, anti-inflammatory |
Growing — indoor and outdoor
Indoor growing
Flowering time 60–65 days (LED: 53–58 days). Yield: 500 g/m² standard, up to 900 g/1.5 m² with a 720 W LED — the highest LED yield in the American purple line. SCROG recommended for even growth and maximum bud size. Lush foliage, compact structure. Cool night temperatures intensify the violet tones.
Outdoor growing
Outdoors up to 800 g per plant. Thrives especially well in warm climates. Easy difficulty — forgiving and robust.
Mendocino Purple Kush vs Purple Urkle: a direct comparison
| Mendocino Purple Kush | Purple Urkle |
|---|
| Genetics | Mendocino Purple × Purple Kush | Mendocino Purps |
| Genotype | 60% indica | 80% indica |
| THC | 20–23% | 20–22% |
| Yield indoor (LED) | 900 g/1.5 m² | 750–800 g/1.5 m² |
| Effect character | Cerebral + relaxing | Deeply sedating |
| Aroma | Morning dew, grape, fresh | Grape, tropical, spicy |
Mendocino Purple Kush vs Wembley × Mendocino: the Gold Line upgrade
| Mendocino Purple Kush | Wembley × Mendocino |
|---|
| Collection | American | Gold Line |
| Genotype | 60% indica | 70% indica |
| THC | 20–23% | 27% |
| Yield indoor (LED) | 900 g/1.5 m² | 800–900 g/1.5 m² |
| Yield outdoor | up to 800 g/plant | up to 1.5 kg/plant |
| Aroma | Morning dew, grape, fresh | Berries, cream, earthy, fruity |
Purple family — related strains
Looking for Mendocino Purple Kush? A Mendocino Purple × Purple Kush hybrid at 20–23% THC, up to 900 g/1.5m² with violet buds. Explore more.
Mendocino Purple Kush — frequently asked questions
What is Mendocino Purple Kush?Mendocino Purple Kush is a feminized 60% indica hybrid from the cross Mendocino Purple × Purple Kush. Known for an intense morning-dew grape aroma, violet colours and a surprisingly versatile effect profile: a cerebral start, progressive body relaxation. 20–23% THC.
How does Mendocino Purple Kush feel?Two-phase: first a cerebral, stimulating effect from the Mendocino Purple share — energy, creativity — then progressive deep body relaxation from the Purple Kush. Sedating at higher doses, ideal for the evening and sleep support.
How does Mendocino Purple Kush smell and taste?Fresh morning dew as a base — a cool, damp note — combined with sweet grape and berry notes and a spicy Kush background. One of the freshest aroma profiles in the purple family.
What's the difference between Mendocino Purple Kush and Purple Urkle?Purple Urkle is pure Mendocino Purps (80% indica) with a deep, sedating character. Mendocino Purple Kush combines Mendocino Purple with Purple Kush (60% indica) — more balanced, more cerebral at the start, higher LED yield (900 g/1.5m²) and a fresher morning-dew profile.
How long does Mendocino Purple Kush flower?60–65 days indoors — under LED from 53 days. Outdoors ready late September to early October in the northern hemisphere.
Where can I buy Mendocino Purple Kush seeds?Original Mendocino Purple Kush seeds with a germination guarantee are available directly from Pyramid Seeds — fast, discreet worldwide shipping.
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