
- Black Gold — compact plants, sticky buds, true flavour
Black Gold
Black Gold is an indica-dominant hybrid known for dense, resinous buds and a rich blackberry flavour.
- Dense, resin-heavy buds with a fruity profile
- Performs well in controlled indoor rooms and sheltered outdoor sites
- Stable genetics selected for consistent resin and aroma
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18-22% |
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<1% |
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Blackberry x Gold Leaf |
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Indica-dominant hybrid |
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Moderate |
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8-9 weeks |
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Medium, 80-140 cm |
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Medium-high (400-500 g/m² indoor, 300-400 g/plant outdoor) |
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Blackberry, Earthy, Sweet Spice |
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Feminised |
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Cool Northern Summers |
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Relaxed, Uplifted, Focused |
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Indoor And Outdoor |
About Black Gold
Black Gold is a compact indica-dominant hybrid bred from Blackberry x Gold Leaf to combine fruity terpene character with heavy resin production. It suits growers who want a manageable plant with solid yields and a potent, calming effect, especially where controlled indoor conditions or sheltered outdoor sites are available.
Black Gold is an indica-dominant hybrid with sturdy, resin-heavy buds. Its growth habit suits growers who want compact plants with substantial trichome coverage.
THC typically ranges between 18 and 22 percent, offering a reliably potent experience. Expect sustained effects rather than a sudden spike.
CBD levels are low, remaining under one percent for most phenotype selections. This makes the variety more suited to recreational use or THC-focused medicinal programmes.
Black Gold traces back to a Blackberry cross with Gold Leaf to combine fruity terpenes and dense resin production. The cross was selected for stable yields and resinous flower structure.
Seeds are supplied as feminized to guarantee female plants for sensible grow room planning. They respond well to standard nutrient schedules with a slight need for potassium during late flowering.
Growing Black Gold in cool northern summers requires careful attention to airflow and humidity to prevent mould. The strain tolerates lower temperatures but demands timely training and feed adjustments in cool northern summers.
Flowering completes in around eight to nine weeks under optimal indoor light schedules. Outdoor growers should plan for a late September to early October finish in comparable climates.
Indoor yields are medium-high with good canopy management and proper ventilation. Outdoors, expect moderate yields if plants receive adequate shelter from persistent rain.
Plants stay relatively compact with a bushy structure and strong lateral branching. Main colas develop thick, dense buds that respond well to topping and low-stress training.
Indoors Black Gold performs well in controlled rooms where growers can manage humidity and light intensity. Outdoors in Gloucestershire it finishes reliably when given protection from prolonged wet weather.
In Gloucestershire growers should expect a longer ripening window due to cool northern summers. Extra measures such as removable covers and strict mould prevention will help bring buds to full trichome maturity.
The high-THC profile produces a relaxed body sensation while keeping mental clarity. Users report a mild uplift that helps with focus during light tasks.
The flavour profile is a mix of ripe blackberry, damp earth and a lingering sweet spice. Smoke is smooth with a fruity aftertaste that appears during late flush.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this strain, covering growth, effects, and suitability for UK conditions.
Use an 18/6 cycle for veg and switch to 12/12 for flowering to prompt timely bud set and manage internode spacing.
Keep relative humidity around 40-50% in flowering and improve airflow to reduce risk of mould on dense buds.
A sealed tent with extraction, carbon filtration, directional fans and a dehumidifier offers control over temperature and humidity for best bud development.
It responds well to SCROG to maximise canopy light distribution and can also be grown SOG with many small plants to speed turnover.
Begin a gentle flush about ten days before harvest to reduce excess fertiliser salts and improve final smoke quality.
It benefits from reduced nitrogen and a boost in potassium and phosphorus in the final three weeks to support dense bud formation.
Provide good spacing, prune inner foliage, use breathable covers during heavy rain and harvest promptly when trichomes are ready.
Leaf-tip burn, dark green leaves and slowed growth indicate nutrient excess; reduce feed strength and leach if needed.
Yes, its compact habit suits small tents with training; keep plants topped and use low-stress training to control height.
Pre-flowers and pistils typically appear within 7-14 days and significant bud swell follows in the third to fourth week of flowering.
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