
- Mint-forward resin and steady, coastal-friendly performance
Monkey Mints
Monkey Mints is an indica-dominant hybrid known for a minty aroma, medium stature and reliable resin production suited to temperate coastal sites.
- Minty aroma with resilient resin production
- Performs well in temperate coastal micro-sites
- Balanced effects for daytime calm and evening relaxation
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18-22% |
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0.5-1% |
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Animal Mints x Gorilla Glue |
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Indica-dominant hybrid |
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Intermediate |
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8-9 weeks |
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Medium, bushy |
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Medium to high (outdoor dependent) |
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minty, citrus, earthy |
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Feminised |
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cool Scottish outdoor climate |
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uplifted, relaxed, focused |
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Both |
About Monkey Mints
Monkey Mints is a compact, resinous indica-dominant hybrid with a pronounced mint and citrus profile and moderate THC levels. Bred from Animal Mints x Gorilla Glue, it produces sticky buds with a clear, calming effect and performs best with attention to airflow and site shelter in cooler, maritime climates.
Monkey Mints is an indica-dominant hybrid that leans towards steady, calming effects while retaining lift. The plant shows compact, resinous bud development suited to temperate seasons.
THC levels typically sit between 18 and 22 per cent, giving a clear but not overpowering potency. That range makes it versatile for experienced users seeking flavour and a balanced kick.
CBD content is low, generally under 1 per cent, so it won’t offer strong cannabinoid-driven sedation on its own. Its therapeutic value comes from the THC and terpene profile rather than CBD dominance.
Monkey Mints traces to a cross of Animal Mints x Gorilla Glue, which supplies its minty terpene profile and sticky trichome production. Those parents give the strain its resinous buds and pronounced aroma.
Seeds are generally available as feminised varieties to ensure reliable bud-producing plants. Feminised seeds reduce the need to identify and remove males during a limited outdoor season.
Growing Monkey Mints outdoors in a cool Scottish outdoor climate demands attention to airflow and mould prevention because damp conditions can be an issue. Expect an intermediate difficulty level rather than a beginner strain and plan accordingly.
Flowering usually completes in around eight to nine weeks under stable light cycles. Outdoor growers can expect buds to finish late in the season, so timing and local weather matter.
Yields are medium to high when plants receive steady care and protection from wind and salt spray. Coastal exposure can reduce final weight if plants are left unprotected late into the season.
Plants remain medium in stature with a bushy structure and dense internodes. This habit makes them manageable for canopy control and discreet outdoor plots.
Indoors, Monkey Mints responds well to training and controlled environments and can be grown in Cornwall with appropriate ventilation and humidity control. Outdoors in Cornwall it benefits from sheltered sites away from direct coastal exposure to reduce salt and wind stress.
Growing Monkey Mints in Cornwall with a cool Scottish outdoor climate means choosing a sheltered micro-site and monitoring humidity closely. In Cornwall the mix of coastal exposure and cooler air late in the season affects harvest timing and disease pressure.
The high-terpene profile delivers a crisp minty hit with a steady uplift that eases into relaxation. Many users report a clear-headed calm rather than heavy sedation.
The flavour mixes mint and citrus over an earthy base with a lightly diesel finish. The mint note is prominent and remains through smoke or vapour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this strain, covering growth, effects, and suitability for UK conditions.
Aim to transplant when the risk of persistent cool, damp nights has passed and plants can establish before the wetter part of the season; local microclimate matters more than calendar dates.
They need regular checks for salt spray, wind damage and mould; choose a shelter that still allows good light and airflow.
It tolerates cooler conditions better than many tropical strains, but prolonged damp and chill increase mould risk and slow development.
Spider mites, aphids and fungal issues are the usual suspects, especially where airflow is poor and humidity is high.
Provide balanced nutrition suited to the growth stage and avoid overfeeding; soil quality and local rainfall patterns influence nutrient availability.
Expect around eight to nine weeks of flowering, with some variation depending on phenotypes and season length.
Yes, Monkey Mints is frequently mentioned in discussions of coastal climate cannabis cultivation because its flavour profile and resilience suit mild, maritime sites when growers manage salt and wind exposure.
Dry slowly in a cool, stable environment away from direct sun, then cure in sealed jars to preserve the minty terpene character.
Low-stress training and selective defoliation help light penetration and airflow without excessive stress to the plant; keep methods simple to suit outdoor conditions.
Look for trichome colour change and swollen calyxes; aroma intensity and leaf yellowing can also be helpful cues.
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