Q
Should I top Black Velvet or let it grow naturally?
A
Top once to promote a bushier structure, then use low-stress training or a light SCROG to even the canopy.
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- Dark berries, heavy resin, calm finish.
Black Velvet
Feminised
Photoperiod
Black Velvet is an indica-dominant hybrid known for dark, resinous buds and a sedating finish.
Why choose Black Velvet?
- Dense, dark buds with a heavy resin coat
- Performs well in sheltered outdoor sites and controlled indoor setups
- Balanced uplift that settles into deep physical relaxation
THC |
18-22% |
CBD |
0.5-1.5% |
Lineage |
Blackberry x Afghani |
Genotype |
Indica-dominant hybrid |
Difficulty |
Intermediate |
Flowering |
8-10 weeks |
Height |
Medium, compact (80-140 cm) |
Yield |
Medium-High (approx. 450-550 g/m² indoor, variable outdoor) |
Taste |
Dark berry, Earthy wood, Spicy pepper |
Seed Type |
Feminised, Photoperiod |
Climate |
Mild Southern Growing Climate |
Effects |
Deep physical relaxation, Uplifted mood, Sedating at higher doses |
Environment |
Indoor and outdoor |
About Black Velvet
Black Velvet is an indica-dominant hybrid bred from Blackberry x Afghani to produce dense, dark buds with a high resin yield. It thrives in managed gardens and performs well in the mild southern growing climate when growers control humidity and airflow.
Grow Difficulty:
Growing Black Velvet suits intermediate growers who can manage airflow and humidity and who know basic training techniques. In a mild southern growing climate it responds well to topping and selective defoliation to reduce mould risk.
Flowering Time:
Flowering usually completes in 8 to 10 weeks under stable indoor conditions. Outdoor plants in Wiltshire commonly finish by late September to early October.
Yield:
Yields are medium to high when light, nutrients and humidity are controlled. Indoor growers can expect around 450–550 g/m² while well-placed outdoor plants may produce heavier single-plant weights.
Height:
Plants remain relatively compact with a stout central cola and dense side branches. Final height typically sits between 80 and 140 cm depending on training.
Environment:
Indoors, Black Velvet performs well in SCROG or SOG setups where humidity is monitored closely in Wiltshire conditions. Outdoors in Wiltshire it benefits from a sheltered site with good airflow and morning sun to limit mould.
Climate:
In Wiltshire Black Velvet takes advantage of the mild southern growing climate to extend the outdoor season and reduce frost risk. Even so, growers must control humidity during wet periods and provide strong ventilation to prevent mould and bud rot.
Frequently Asked Questions
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