
- A mint-forward hybrid built for cooler seasons
Sour Mints
Sour Mints is a minty citrus hybrid suited to cooler UK gardens.
- Minty citrus punch
- Resilient in cool, wet seasons
- Balanced, clear high
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18-22% |
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<1% |
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Sour Diesel x Animal Mints |
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Balanced hybrid |
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Intermediate |
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8-10 weeks |
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Short to medium (up to 1.5 m) |
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Medium to high |
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Sour citrus, Peppermint, Diesel |
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Feminised |
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Cool, wet (rainy autumn harvest season) |
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Uplifting, Focused, Relaxed |
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Suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation |
About Sour Mints
Sour Mints is a compact, vigorous hybrid that pairs sharp citrus top notes with a pronounced minty finish. It prefers cool, slightly wet climates and rewards growers who manage airflow and shelter against autumn rain. Flowering completes in roughly 8–10 weeks indoors, while outdoor crops in Kent can produce solid yields if brought under cover before prolonged wet weather. Expect clear-headed uplift that settles into gentle relaxation, and keep an eye on moisture to prevent mould during the rainy autumn harvest season.
Sour Mints is a balanced hybrid that leans slightly towards Sativa energy. It offers vigour and a manageable canopy for different training methods.
THC content sits in the mid to upper teens, typically between 18 and 22%. That level gives a clear cerebral lift while leaving room for calm physical relaxation.
CBD is low, usually under 1%. This strain is not bred for high-CBD therapeutic profiles.
Genetics trace to Sour Diesel x Animal Mints. The cross gives a citrus-forward terpene profile with a pronounced minty backbone.
Seeds are typically supplied as feminised to simplify cultivation. Autoflowering versions exist from some breeders but are less common.
Under a rainy autumn harvest season Sour Mints needs extra attention to prevent mould and bud rot. Good airflow, canopy management and timely inspections make it an achievable grow for intermediate growers.
Flowering normally completes in 8 to 10 weeks indoors. Outdoor growers in Kent should expect a late-autumn finish when weather allows.
Yields are moderate to high when plants receive steady light, nutrients and airflow. Outdoor crops in Kent can produce substantial colas provided they are sheltered from prolonged wet periods.
Plants remain compact to medium in stature, often below 1.5 metres. The bushy structure responds well to topping and low-stress training.
Indoors Sour Mints thrives under SCROG and SOG systems and benefits from strong, consistent light in Kent. Outdoors in Kent pick a sheltered, well-draining site and consider early pruning to improve air circulation.
Growing Sour Mints in Kent requires planning for the rainy autumn harvest season and frequent checks for moisture-related issues. Use covered or well-ventilated spaces and consider protection from prolonged rain to safeguard buds.
Effects start with a bright, focused uplift that sharpens attention. That initial lift eases into gentle physical relaxation without heavy sedation.
The flavour profile mixes sharp sour citrus with a cool peppermint top note and a faint diesel background. It finishes clean on the exhale with a lingering minty aftertaste.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this strain, covering growth, effects, and suitability for UK conditions.
Indoor flowering typically finishes in 8 to 10 weeks, while outdoor harvest is usually late autumn depending on local weather.
It is best for growers with some experience; intermediate skills are useful to manage humidity and canopy for mould prevention.
Balanced NPK feeding with a bloom boost in mid-flower works well, plus silica or calmag if your water is soft.
Increase airflow, remove lower fan leaves to open the canopy, and move plants under cover before sustained rain to reduce bud moisture.
Yes, it tolerates cooler conditions better than many sun-loving strains but still needs protection from prolonged wet and cold.
Topping and low-stress training encourage lateral growth and improve light penetration, which helps yields and airflow.
Yes, Sour Mints is considered among cool climate cannabis strains due to its resilience and ability to perform in milder, wetter seasons.
Many growers start a mild flush one to two weeks before harvest to sharpen flavour, adjusting by plant condition rather than a fixed date.
Keep an eye out for slugs, aphids and spider mites; wet seasons can also encourage fungal issues that require proactive management.
Dry slowly in a cool, dark room with gentle airflow, then cure in jars with daily burping for the first two weeks to develop aroma and smoothness.
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