
- Sweet flavour, uplifting clarity.
Candy Yams
Candy Yams is a sativa-dominant hybrid known for sweet, yam-like flavours and an uplifting, focused high.
- Sweet, candied yam flavour with citrus snap
- Sativa lift that stays mellow and manageable
- Reliable yields with attentive humidity control
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20-24% |
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0.5-1% |
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Sweet Tooth x Skunk #1 |
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Sativa-dominant hybrid |
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Moderate |
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8-10 weeks |
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Medium to tall (1.2–2.5 m outdoors) |
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Medium-high (≈450–600 g/m² indoors; up to 700–800 g per plant outdoors) |
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Candied yam sweetness, Citrus zest, Earthy spice |
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Feminised |
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Mild Southern Growing Climate |
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Uplifting, Relaxed euphoria, Focused creativity |
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Indoor and outdoor (performs well in greenhouse or sheltered outdoor sites) |
About Candy Yams
Candy Yams is a sativa-dominant hybrid bred from Sweet Tooth x Skunk #1 that offers bright, sugary terpenes and a clear mental lift. It flowers in 8–10 weeks and rewards attentive growers with medium-high yields and aromatic, candy-sweet buds. The plant benefits from training to control stretch and from careful humidity management to avoid mould in damp conditions. Suitable for greenhouse or sheltered outdoor cultivation, Candy Yams delivers a balance of energetic creativity and soft body relaxation.
Candy Yams is a sativa-dominant hybrid that leans toward cerebral stimulation with a gentle body lift. The variety is noted for sweet, root-vegetal terpenes that give it a distinctive flavour profile.
THC levels typically sit in the 20–24% range in tested samples. That potency delivers a clear, energetic onset that later eases into mellow relaxation.
CBD content is low, generally under 1%. The low CBD means effects are driven primarily by THC rather than cannabinoid balance.
Candy Yams originates from Sweet Tooth x Skunk #1 and was selected for sweetness and stable vigour. Breeders focused on terpene brightness and reliable yields across different environments.
Seeds are sold Feminised to give growers predictable female crops without the need to identify males. Autoflower versions are less common in this particular lineage.
Growing Candy Yams is moderately challenging in a mild southern growing climate because it tends to stretch and needs airflow management. Attention to training and disease prevention will reward growers with denser buds.
Flowering usually finishes in 8–10 weeks under steady conditions. Outdoor growers aiming for UK seasons should plan for harvest around late September to early October.
Yields are medium-high indoors and can be generous outdoors with a long, warm season. Expect about 450–600 g/m² indoors and up to 700–800 g per plant outdoors in good Cambridgeshire spots.
Plants show a lanky sativa structure that responds well to topping and low-stress training. Outdoors they commonly reach 1.2–2.5 m in Cambridgeshire when left to grow tall.
Indoors Candy Yams benefits from SCROG or SOG to control vertical growth and maximise bud sites. Outdoors in Cambridgeshire it prefers a sheltered, south-facing location and benefits from greenhouse protection during damp spells.
In Cambridgeshire Candy Yams copes well with the mild southern growing climate and can thrive when given good ventilation. Protect buds from prolonged damp conditions and manage humidity to prevent mould.
The high starts with an uplifting cerebral rush that sharpens focus and mood. That initial lift transitions to a soft, lingering body relaxation suitable for late afternoons or creative tasks.
Flavours combine sweet, candied yam notes with bright citrus overtones and a peppery spice on the exhale. The smoke is smooth and leaves a sugary aftertaste.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this strain, covering growth, effects, and suitability for UK conditions.
Control humidity with good ventilation, use oscillating fans, and deploy a dehumidifier in enclosed spaces. Prune lower growth and ensure buds dry promptly after harvest to reduce mould risk.
Start with a balanced veg feed and introduce bloom-specific nutrients at the onset of flowering. Reduce nitrogen after week three of flowering and increase phosphorus and potassium for bud development.
Yes, topping and low-stress training help manage the sativa stretch and create multiple main colas. Allow recovery time before switching to flower to avoid excessive stress.
Aphids, spider mites and bud rot are the main concerns in humid conditions. Use regular inspections, beneficial insects, and maintain airflow to help prevent infestations and disease.
Dry slowly for 7–10 days at 18–22°C with 50–60% RH, then cure in jars for at least 2–4 weeks. Proper curing improves flavour and smooths harshness.
Yes, a greenhouse provides warmth and shelter while allowing good airflow if ventilated. It reduces exposure to rain and helps extend the outdoor season in the UK.
The common commercial offering is Feminised seed to ensure consistent female plants. Autoflower versions exist but are less typical for this lineage.
Check trichomes with a loupe; aim for mostly cloudy trichomes with some amber for a balanced effect. Also monitor pistil colour and bud density.
Keep soil pH around 6.0–6.5 and hydroponic solutions at 5.8–6.2. Stable pH improves nutrient uptake and reduces deficiencies.
Use quick low-stress training and minimal topping to keep plants compact and allow faster recovery. Prioritise canopy management to ensure even light distribution.
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