How to Grow Candy Kush Fast Version
Candy Kush Fast Version is an indica-dominant strain (60% indica), a cross of Sweet Special and O.G. Kush. It carries a 16 to 18% THC level, a sweet citrus flavor, and a deeply soothing, deeply relaxing effect. As a feminized fast version it grows into all-female plants and races through flowering, so you still flip it to 12/12 but finish sooner. This guide walks you through the whole grow, from germinating the seeds to the final cure.
It grows genuinely tall, up to 3.3 m, flowers in 8 to 10 weeks, and its fast genetics let it run across the season outdoors with a huge yield. That stretch and heavy harvest, plus a forgiving, beginner-friendly nature, are a big part of its appeal, as long as you plan for the height.
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Candy Kush Fast Version
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THC | 16% - 18% (Medium) |
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Type | Fast Flowering |
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Yield | High |
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Phenotype | 60% Indica / 40% Sativa |
Candy Kush
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THC | 14% - 19% (Medium) |
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Type | Feminized |
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Yield | High |
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Phenotype | 60% Indica / 40% Sativa |
Candy Kush Fast Version at a Glance
Before you plant anything, it helps to see the full picture in one place. Here is the quick profile for this tall, sweet citrus fast version, taken straight from the strain’s grow data.
| Seed type | Feminized fast version (photoperiod) |
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| Genetics | Sweet Special x O.G. Kush |
| Phenotype | 60% Indica / 40% Sativa |
| THC | 16–18% (medium) |
| Grow difficulty | Beginner-friendly |
| Flowering time | 8–10 weeks |
| Outdoor harvest | All season (fast finish) |
| Height | up to 10.83 ft (3.3 m) |
| Yield indoor | 1.56–1.72 oz/ft² |
| Yield outdoor | 26.46–29.98 oz/plant |
| Climate | Temperate |
| Flavors | Citrus, sweet |
| Effects | Deeply soothing, relaxed, deeply relaxing |
As a fast version it belongs with the fast-flowering seeds, and because it grows into all-female plants it sits among the feminized seeds. Its enormous harvest earns it a spot with the high-yielding seeds, and its forgiving nature puts it among the best seeds for beginners.
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How to Germinate Candy Kush Fast Version Seeds
A healthy harvest starts at germination. The paper towel method is hard to beat: fold the Candy Kush Fast Version seeds inside two damp sheets, slide them between two plates, and keep them somewhere dark at 70 to 79°F. A taproot usually appears in two to five days.
Once the taproot is a few millimeters long, move each seed root-down about 1 cm deep into a small pot of light, airy medium. Keep it lightly moist rather than soaked, hold humidity around 65 to 70%, and give soft light while the first true leaves open. Its vigorous, forgiving genetics make for a strong seedling that is easy to get going, even on a first grow.
Starter tips
- Use plain, lightly pH-balanced water (pH 5.5 to 6.5) for the first week.
- Keep seedlings warm and humid, but never waterlogged.
- Hold off on nutrients until the second set of serrated leaves appears.
Growing Candy Kush Fast Version in the Vegetative Stage
As a fast version it keeps photoperiod genetics, so you control the veg stage with the light schedule. Keep Candy Kush Fast Version on 18 hours of light a day, aim for day temperatures of 68 to 79°F, and hold humidity around 50 to 60%. It suits a temperate climate. The big thing to plan for is height: this plant can reach 3.3 m, so keep veg short and shape it early.
Topping early and using low-stress training to spread the lower branches is essential here, not optional, since it keeps that tall frame under control, opens the canopy and improves airflow. Indoors, a screen (ScrOG) tames the stretch and fills the space evenly. Because it is a forgiving, beginner-friendly plant, it bounces back well if your timing or training is not perfect.
Flowering and Buds of Candy Kush Fast Version
Indoors, flip Candy Kush Fast Version to a 12/12 light cycle to trigger flowering, which runs 8 to 10 weeks thanks to its fast genetics. Remember it stretches hard after the flip, so make the switch earlier than usual to keep the final height manageable. Outdoors its speed lets it finish across the season. As an indica-dominant plant it packs on dense, resin-heavy colas and reaches a huge yield given room.
Through bloom, keep air moving and watch humidity so the thick buds stay dry and mold-free. The flowers build a sweet, zesty aroma, bright citrus over a sugary, candy-like base with the earthy depth of its O.G. Kush side.
At 16 to 18% THC it sits in the medium range, giving a deeply soothing, deeply relaxing effect, a heavy, body-focused feel best suited to the evening.
Common Problems and Pro Tips
Candy Kush Fast Version is a forgiving, beginner-friendly grow, but its extreme height, dense buds and fast pace point to a few things worth watching.
- Plan for the height: at up to 3.3 m it is not a plug-and-play indoor plant, so top early, use a screen, and give it headroom or grow it outdoors.
- Mind the speed: because it flowers fast and stretches hard, shape it before the flip, since you have less time to fix a tall or uneven canopy.
- Protect the dense buds: its resin-heavy indica colas can trap moisture, so keep humidity down and air moving in late flower to avoid mold.
Expert tip: with this much stretch, train hard and early. Then dry and cure slowly so the sweet citrus and earthy Kush notes hold up.
Aroma, Flavor and Effects
The nose is sweet and zesty: a bright citrus lift up front over a sugary, candy-like base, grounded by a touch of earthy Kush. It leans sweet and mouthwatering rather than sharp, a profile that matches its heavy, easygoing character.
The flavor follows the nose, sweet citrus with an earthy finish on the exhale. On the effect side it is deeply soothing and deeply relaxing, a heavy, body-focused feel that leans toward the evening. At a medium 16 to 18% THC it stays manageable rather than overpowering.
Dominant terpenes
Candy Kush Fast Version carries a broad, layered terpene profile. Limonene drives the bright citrus at the heart of its flavor, Citral adds a sharp lemon lift, and Myrcene lays down a sweet, earthy base. Caryophyllene brings a warm, peppery edge, Linalool a soft floral sweetness, and Borneol an earthy, camphor-like note from its Kush side. A supporting cast of Alpha-Cedrene, Alpha-Pinene, Terpineol, Cadinene, Camphene, Eugenol, Farnesene, Fenchol, Humulene, Nerolidol, Phytol and Terpinolene fills in the edges of its sweet, citrus character.
Nutrient Schedule
Treat the figures below as a starting map, not a rulebook. As a large, vigorous, high-yielding plant Candy Kush Fast Version is a hearty feeder, so read the plant first: tip burn means back off, while pale, slow growth means it wants a little more. All values use EC.
| Stage | EC |
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| Seedling | 0.4–0.6 |
| Growth | 0.8–1.2 |
| Early flower | 1.2–1.4 |
| Full flower | 1.4–1.6 |
| Flush | 0.0–0.4 |
Keep the pH around 6.0 to 6.5 in soil and 5.5 to 6.0 in hydro so the roots can actually take up what you feed.
What to Do With Your Trim: Extracts and Hash
Candy Kush Fast Version builds a heavy coat of resin, so its trim is worth keeping rather than tossing. The sugar leaves you take off while manicuring hold trichomes and suit Ice Water Hash, where cold water and agitation separate the resin heads into a clean, solventless concentrate. Pressing that hash into rosin keeps the sweet citrus flavor intact, or you can run a solvent extraction if that is your setup. The bare stems will not extract, but chopped and composted they feed organic matter back into the soil for your next grow.
Harvesting, Drying and Curing Candy Kush Fast Version
Timing the harvest comes down to the trichomes. Grab a loupe and watch the heads turn from clear to milky white; a scattering of amber signals peak ripeness. Indoors this lands 8 to 10 weeks after the flip, and outdoors its fast genetics bring it in across the season.
After the cut, hang the branches in a dark room at 59 to 68°F with humidity near 50% and gentle air movement. Slow beats fast: drying over 10 to 14 days protects the sweet citrus aromas that define this strain. When the small stems snap instead of bending, move the buds into jars.
Cure in sealed glass, opening the jars daily for the first week to let moisture escape, then easing off as the aroma deepens. Two to four weeks of patience here is where the sweet citrus and earthy Kush depth really come together, and it is the step most growers rush.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candy Kush Fast Version a good strain for beginners?
Yes, with one caveat. Candy Kush Fast Version is forgiving and grows into all-female feminized plants, so there are no males to remove, and its fast flowering shortens the grow. The one thing a beginner must plan for is its height, up to 3.3 m, which early topping and training keep in check.
How long does Candy Kush Fast Version take to flower?
Candy Kush Fast Version flowers in 8 to 10 weeks once you switch it to a 12/12 light cycle indoors. It keeps photoperiod genetics, so you still flip it, but its fast version speeds up the bloom. Outdoors, that speed lets it finish across the season.
How tall does Candy Kush Fast Version get?
Candy Kush Fast Version is a very tall plant, reaching up to 3.3 m, and it stretches hard after the flip. Indoors you will need to top early, use a screen and flip sooner to control the height. Outdoors, give it room and it rewards you with a huge yield.
How much does Candy Kush Fast Version yield?
Candy Kush Fast Version is high-yielding, giving around 1.56 to 1.72 oz/ft² indoors. Outdoors, its large frame can reach a huge 26.46 to 29.98 oz per plant. Give it a big pot, strong sun and plenty of room to make the most of that potential.
How strong is Candy Kush Fast Version?
Candy Kush Fast Version has a THC level of 16 to 18%, which sits in the medium range. The effect is deeply soothing and deeply relaxing, a heavy, body-focused feel best suited to the evening. It stays manageable rather than overpowering, which keeps it approachable.
What does Candy Kush Fast Version taste like?
Candy Kush Fast Version leads with a bright, sweet citrus flavor over a candy-like base, grounded by an earthy Kush note. Limonene and Citral shape that zesty profile. Both the aroma and flavor deepen as the buds cure slowly after harvest, sharpening the citrus.
