
- Compact power, dependable yields
Dr K
Dr K is an indica-dominant hybrid with 18–22% THC, well suited to controlled indoor grows.
- Dense, resinous buds with predictable potency
- Compact plant ideal for tents and SCROG
- Reliable 8–10 week flowering window
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18-22% |
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0.5-1% |
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Northern Light x Kush |
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Indica-dominant hybrid |
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Intermediate |
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8-10 weeks |
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Compact to medium (60-140 cm) |
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Medium-high (approx. 450-550 g/m² indoor) |
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Earthy, Citrus, Pine |
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Feminised |
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cool northern summers |
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Relaxed, Euphoric, Sedating |
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Indoor and outdoor |
About Dr K
Dr K is an indica-dominant hybrid bred from Northern Light x Kush that produces compact, resinous buds with a pronounced earthy and citrus aroma. It flowers in eight to ten weeks, suits intermediate growers, and performs best indoors under stable conditions but can finish outdoors in sheltered spots during milder summers.
Dr K is an indica-dominant hybrid that leans towards compact, resinous buds. The profile favours relaxation with enough lift for social use.
THC levels typically range between 18 and 22 percent, offering a reliably strong experience. Users report consistent potency that suits evening use and moderate tolerance.
CBD content is low, generally sitting around 0.5 to 1 percent. It is not prized for high-CBD therapeutic profiles but can complement THC for balanced effects.
Dr K comes from a Northern Light x Kush lineage that favours resin production and compact structure. Those genetics explain the fast flowering and the dense, trichome-rich buds.
Seeds are typically sold Feminised to simplify female-only cultivation. Feminised seed batches offer predictable sexing and consistent phenotype expression for home growers.
Growing Dr K indoors is manageable for growers with some experience, but outdoor cultivation can be challenging in cool northern summers. Careful attention to humidity and feeding will reduce stress and prevent mould in these conditions.
Flowering typically takes eight to ten weeks under a 12/12 flowering cycle. Some phenotypes finish briskly while others need the full period to bulk up.
Yields are medium to high when grown under optimised indoor conditions, often reaching around 450–550 g/m². Outdoors in Inverness yields tend to be lower unless plants get an unusually warm season.
Plants remain compact to medium, developing a dense canopy ideal for SCROG or SOG methods. Typical heights indoors range from 60 to 140 cm depending on training.
Indoors Dr K responds well to controlled environments and is suited to typical Inverness grow rooms. Outdoors the strain can finish in a sheltered Inverness garden if the summer is mild and free of persistent rain.
Growing Dr K in Inverness requires planning because cool northern summers can slow ripening. Choose sheltered outdoor sites or move plants indoors early to avoid rot and incomplete maturation in cool northern summers.
Dr K produces a calming body stone that eases tension without complete sedation. Mentally it brings a gentle uplift and clear-headed sociability before a gradual wind-down.
Flavours combine earthy hash notes with bright citrus top notes and a pine backbone. Smoke is smooth with subtle spice on the exhale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this strain, covering growth, effects, and suitability for UK conditions.
Dr K thrives in a stable indoor environment with temperatures around 20–25°C in the vegetative stage and 18–22°C during flowering, and relative humidity between 40–60% depending on stage.
Start a bloom-specific nutrient regime at week two of flower, reduce nitrogen and increase phosphorus and potassium, and monitor EC levels to avoid nutrient burn.
Low-stress training (LST) and topping work well to open the canopy, while SCROG can increase yields by exposing more bud sites to light.
Maintain good airflow, reduce humidity during late flower, remove large fan leaves that trap moisture, and avoid late-season outdoor harvests when rains are frequent.
Harvest when trichomes are mostly milky with some ambers for a balanced effect; aim to avoid late harvests in unpredictable weather to prevent bud rot.
Use a 12/12 light schedule to trigger flowering and keep light leaks to an absolute minimum; ensure a stable, uninterrupted dark period for consistent bud set.
Spider mites and aphids can appear in dry or stressed plants; use neem oil, insecticidal soaps, or predatory insects and isolate affected plants to prevent spread.
Dry slowly in a dark room at 18–20°C and 50% humidity, then cure in airtight jars with daily burps for the first two weeks to develop flavour and smoothness.
Yes, Dr K's compact habit suits smaller tents and cabinets if you use training techniques to control height and spread.
Essential kit includes a quality LED or HPS light appropriate for the grow area, an extractor fan with carbon filter for odour control, oscillating fans for airflow, a timer, suitable containers and a reliable nutrient schedule.
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