
- Sweet, sticky and reliable for greenhouse growers
Hood Candy
Hood Candy is an indica-dominant hybrid that blends sweet candy aromas with resinous buds and balanced effects.
- Sweet berry aroma with candy notes
- Resinous buds suited to greenhouse runs
- Balanced, uplifting yet mellow effects
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18-22% |
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<1% |
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Hood x Candy |
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Indica-dominant hybrid |
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Intermediate |
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8-9 weeks |
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Medium to tall; 1.2–2.0 m outdoors |
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Medium to high — 450–550 g/m² indoors, up to ~500 g/plant outdoors |
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sweet berry, earthy, spiced candy |
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Feminised |
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humid greenhouse conditions |
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uplifting, relaxing, focused |
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Suitable for both; prefers greenhouse or sheltered outdoor sites |
About Hood Candy
Hood Candy is an indica-dominant hybrid selected for sticky, aromatic buds and a pleasant mix of uplifting head effects and body relaxation. In Hampshire growers favour it for greenhouse runs and sheltered outdoor sites where humidity control and steady ventilation keep plants healthy and productive.
Hood Candy is an indica-dominant hybrid that balances calm with a bright cerebral lift. The buds are dense and sticky, showing notable trichome coverage.
THC levels usually range from 18 to 22 per cent, offering a clear and potent experience. This potency suits regular consumers and those stepping up from milder varieties.
CBD content is low, generally under one per cent. Therapeutic effects therefore lean on THC and terpene interplay rather than CBD dominance.
Hood Candy comes from a cross between Hood and Candy lineage strains. The pairing emphasises aromatic sweetness and solid resin production.
Seeds are commonly offered as feminised to simplify garden planning and avoid male plants. Regular seed batches are also available for breeders seeking to work with stable genetic lines.
Growing Hood Candy in humid greenhouse conditions requires vigilant mould prevention and reliable airflow. An intermediate skill set helps to balance nutrition, humidity and canopy control.
Flowering typically completes in eight to nine weeks under controlled indoor lights. Outdoors in Hampshire harvests commonly fall in late September to early October.
Yields indoors are medium to high, roughly 450–550 g per square metre with good management. Outdoors in Hampshire a well-maintained plant can reach around 500 g under favourable conditions.
Plants develop a medium-tall structure with a dominant central cola and strong side branches. With training and support expect heights of 1.2 to 2.0 metres outdoors.
Indoors it responds well to SCROG and moderate training, producing dense resinous buds under stable environmental control. Outdoors in Hampshire it performs best in a sheltered spot or greenhouse where humidity and airflow are managed.
Growing Hood Candy in Hampshire means managing humid greenhouse conditions closely to prevent bud rot. Reliable ventilation, dehumidification and daily checks are essential to keep plants healthy in Hampshire.
Initial effects are uplifting and cerebral before settling into a relaxed, body-soothing state. Many users report maintained focus and a steady, mellow mood rather than heavy sedation.
The flavour profile mixes sugary berry top notes with earthy and spicy candy undertones. Smoke is relatively smooth with a lasting sweet aftertaste.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this strain, covering growth, effects, and suitability for UK conditions.
Harvest when most trichomes are milky with a few amber heads; outdoors this often falls in late September to early October depending on the season.
Maintain steady airflow, use oscillating fans and dehumidifiers as needed, keep relative humidity around 40–50% during flowering and remove dense lower growth that traps moisture.
It is best described as intermediate; beginners can succeed with careful humidity control, training and a routine for pest and mould checks.
Reduce nitrogen and increase phosphorus and potassium in late flowering to support bud development, while monitoring for nutrient burn.
Yes, Hood Candy can be used in outdoor cannabis cultivation with a sheltered, sunny site or greenhouse and good drainage to offset wet seasons.
Watch for aphids, spider mites and fungal gnats, and use integrated pest management with routine inspections and biological controls where possible.
Expect around 12–14 weeks from seed to harvest, depending on veg time and whether you run an extended vegetative phase.
A light flush in the final one to two weeks can help clear excess salts and improve flavour, but avoid aggressive flushing that stresses the plant.
Ensuring strong light, stable phosphorus and potassium levels in late flowering and avoiding over-watering will help maximise trichome development.
Yes, clones root well when taken from healthy mother plants in veg using a humidity dome and gentle rooting hormones if desired.
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