
- Sweet guava flavour, dependable hybrid performance.
Guava Lava
Guava Lava is a compact, resinous hybrid with tropical flavours and reliable indoor performance.
- Tropical guava aroma with a smooth resinous finish
- Compact structure ideal for SCROG and greenhouse grows
- Reliable resin production with balanced day-to-night effects
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18-24% |
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<1% |
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Guava x Lava |
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Hybrid |
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Intermediate |
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8-9 weeks |
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Short to medium (90-150 cm) |
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Moderate to high (indoors) / Moderate (outdoors) |
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ripe guava, citrus zest, earthy resin |
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Feminised |
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short outdoor growing season |
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uplifting, relaxing, focused |
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Suitable for indoor, greenhouse and outdoor with season extension |
About Guava Lava
Guava Lava is a tropical-leaning hybrid bred for aroma and manageable growth. It offers ripe guava and citrus flavours, a clear uplifting head high and a settling body effect, and suits growers prepared to manage humidity and season limits.
Guava Lava is a balanced hybrid that leans slightly towards indica characteristics. It shows consistent resin production and stable branching.
Typical THC content sits between 18% and 24% in well-grown plants. The potency delivers a clear cerebral lift followed by gentle body ease.
CBD levels are low, generally under 1%. This makes the variety more suited to recreational or symptom-targeted use rather than CBD therapy.
Guava Lava originates from a Guava x Lava cross. The pairing emphasises tropical terpenes and stable phenotypes.
Seeds are typically sold Feminised for reliable flowering and simplified crop planning. Photoperiod plants are the norm, though breeders may offer autoflower hybrids.
Guava Lava needs intermediate skills, particularly attention to ventilation and mould prevention in a short outdoor growing season. Growers must be vigilant with air movement and timed feeding to avoid stresses.
Indoor flowering usually completes in about 8 to 9 weeks. Outdoor plants need a full late-summer stretch to reach optimal resin and bud density.
Yield is moderate to high under controlled indoor conditions. Outdoor yields in Edinburgh are constrained by climate but can be improved with a greenhouse.
Plants maintain a compact to medium structure with sturdy lateral branches. Expect mature heights commonly between 90 and 150 cm with standard training.
Indoors, Guava Lava responds well to SCROG or LST and controlled humidity. Outdoors in Edinburgh it benefits from a sheltered spot or greenhouse to extend the season.
Growing Guava Lava in Edinburgh requires planning because of the short outdoor growing season. A greenhouse, wind shelter and careful timing of vegetative growth help mitigate cool, wet late summers.
Initial effects are uplifting and mildly euphoric, good for creativity and focus. A warming body sensation follows that relaxes muscles without heavy sedation.
The flavour profile centres on sweet guava with bright citrus overtones and a subtle earthy base. Smoke is smooth with a sweet, resinous finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this strain, covering growth, effects, and suitability for UK conditions.
Aim for 40–50% relative humidity during late flowering to lower the risk of bud rot while preserving terpene profiles.
Use good canopy airflow, prune lower foliage, avoid overhead watering and consider a dehumidifier or passive ventilation in a greenhouse.
It can, but success depends on early starts, a warm microclimate and season-extension methods such as a greenhouse or polytunnel.
Feed moderately; compact strains often prefer balanced NPK with careful micro-nutrient support to avoid stretch or nutrient lockout.
Begin flushing 7–14 days before harvest for photoperiod plants, monitoring trichome development rather than relying solely on calendar dates.
It suits SCROG well due to its branching; SOG is possible but requires many clones and tight canopy control.
Excellent air circulation is crucial to prevent mould and to maintain stable temperatures and humidity around the canopy.
Harvesting when most trichomes are cloudy with some amber gives a balance of potency and retained terpene complexity.
Loamy, well-draining soil with good organic matter supports consistent moisture control and robust root health in Edinburgh conditions.
Ensure strong cross-ventilation, use roof vents, avoid overcrowding, and install a fan or dehumidifier; monitor RH closely during autumn rains.
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