Melted Strawberries

Melted Strawberries or Balanced Hybrid (Approx. 50/50) is a strain that typically contains THC levels between 24% – 32% (Some phenos test up to 34%+) and CBD levels ranging from < 1% – 2%. Known for its Sweet Strawberry Jam, Funk, Garlic, Diesel profile, this strain has a growth expectation of being Medium – Tall (Expect significant stretching during flower) in height, with a nutrient demand that is Moderate (Responsive to P-K boosters in late bloom).

This Balanced Hybrid (Approx. 50/50) is of the Genetype: Photoperiod. The Melted Strawberries strain has 3 phases of the growing cycle.

The first phase is the Seedling Phase. Once you have decided to grow Melted Strawberries in either soil or hydroponiclay, the ph levels need to be monitored. The ph level desired by Balanced Hybrid (Approx. 50/50) is 6.0 – 6.8 and 5.5 – 6.2 hydroponically. During this infancy stage, Melted Strawberries needs to maintain a target temperature of 75°F – 82°F (24°C – 28°C) for 2 to 3 weeks. Once the seed germinates, it will sprout it's first set of round leaves, or the cotyledons. If you are able to maintain the target humidity of 60% – 70% RH, the iconic serrated leaves will just begin to show themselves. During this critical Phase 1 of the Balanced Hybrid (Approx. 50/50) growing cycle the plant is establishing a strong root sytem. Beginners often over water these fragile seedlings. Do not drown your seeds. You seedling Melted Strawberries needs care and gentle light. The recommended light cycle for growing Melted Strawberries is 18/6 or 20/4 for the first cycle, which should last .

The next is the Vegetative Phase. The Melted Strawberries will focus entirely on size and structural integity. The temperature needs also change for phase 2. If a target temperature of 72°F – 78°F (22°C – 25°C) is maintained and a target humidity of 50% – 55% RH is achieved, the Balanced Hybrid (Approx. 50/50) will grow stems, branches and plenty of large fan leaves. This Photoperiod is trying to build it's own solar panel of leaves to absorb energy. It is critical to maintain a proper light cycle of 12/12 for the entire phase 2 schedule. This consistent energy will help plant grow bigger without producing flowers, focusing it's energy on growing tall and strong. Melted Strawberries is at it's most resilient and may grow quickly. As phase 2 comes to an end, it may be topped or tied down, as it's training suitability is considered High (Responds well to Topping, LST, and Scrog).

The most exciting phase, when growing Photoperiod is the Flowering Phase. The plants adulthood lasts . It is at this phase that the light cycle changes for the last time. Melted Strawberries will produce the most flowers when the light cycle is 12/12. Keep the temperature and humity controlled at 68°F – 74°F (20°C – 23°C) (Lower nights for color) and 40% – 45% RH (Crucial for dense bud rot prevention) so you can really watch this plant strecth and almost double in height. It will want to start producing early into the flowering process.

You will know the Melted Strawberries is ready when the white hairs (pistils) turn amber/brown and the resin glands (trichomes) look milky or cloudy, rather than clear. Cutting the plant down even a week too early can significantly reduce the potency and weight of your harvest. Patience in the flowering phase will provide the best possible outomce of Balanced Hybrid (Approx. 50/50) with a desired gorwth profile that will be:
Vigorous lateral branching; Frosty, dense, lime-green/purple buds

Growers Notes: Hobby Grower’s Notes
The "Stretch" Warning: Because of the GMO lineage, this strain can easily double or triple in size once flipped to flower. Hobbyists in small tents should top early and use a trellis net (ScrOG) to manage height.

Terpene Preservation: To maximize the "Melted" strawberry aroma, keep temperatures lower during the final two weeks of flowering. Excessive heat will burn off the delicate volatile compounds that give it its signature candy-gas smell.

Color Expression: Dropping nighttime temperatures by about 10°F during the final flush often coaxes out deep purple and lavender hues, contrasting beautifully with the heavy white frost.

Harvest Window: Most phenotypes finish between 9 and 10 weeks. Check trichomes carefully; waiting for about 10–15% amber will lean into the "melted" sedative effects, while harvesting at all-milky highlights the uplifting Strawberry Guava side.
Lineage: GMO x Strawberry Guava
Breeder: Bloom Seed Co
Primary Terpenes: Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene