How to Grow Diesel × Gorilla CBD Strain

Diesel × Gorilla CBD Strain Description

Diesel × Gorilla CBD is a 50% Indica / 50% Sativa feminized CBD-rich hybrid created by crossing Sour Diesel × Gorilla Glue #4 with a high-CBD line. With very low THC (0.1–0.2%) and substantial CBD (10–14%), it delivers a balanced, non-intoxicating experience: clear-headed focus alongside gentle relaxation. Aromas blend classic diesel funk with spicy, woody notes, driven by terpenes like Limonene, Linalool, and Alpha-Humulene. Its medium yields 1.47–1.82 oz/ft² (450–550 g/m²) indoors or 12–15 oz (350–450 g) per plant outdoors make it ideal for therapeutic growers seeking relief without a strong psychoactive high.

Growing Environment

Indoors: Maintain temperatures of 70–78 °F (21–26 °C) by day, dropping to 65–70 °F at night. Keep relative humidity (RH) at 55%–65% during vegetative growth, then lower to 40%–50% in flowering to concentrate CBD and prevent mold.

Recommended Strains

BC Diesel

• THC: 18% - 20%
• Type of seed: Feminized
• Phenotype: Mostly Sativa
• Day to flower: 8 - 10 weeks

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ACDC (1:18)

• THC: 0.5% - 0.8%
• Type of seed: CBD
• Phenotype: Mostly Hybrid
• Day to flower: 8 - 10 weeks

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Outdoors: Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-draining, amended soil. Ensure six to eight hours of direct sun. In hot climates, provide midday shade; in cooler regions, a simple hoop-house can extend warmth and protect buds from rain.

Good airflow is critical: use oscillating fans indoors and space outdoor plants 3 ft (1 m) apart to reduce humidity pockets and deter pests.

Setting Up Your Grow Space

Diesel × Gorilla CBD Indoor Cultivation

Use a 3×3 ft tent with reflective Mylar. Hang full-spectrum LEDs on a consistent 18/6 schedule. Install a carbon-filtered exhaust and intake vents to regulate odor, temperature, and humidity. Position an oscillating fan at canopy level to strengthen stems and eliminate hot spots.

Grow in 3–5 gal fabric pots filled with an airy soil mix (pH 6.0–6.5) amended with perlite. Autoflower directly in final containers to avoid transplant shock. Automate lighting and climate controls with digital timers and controllers for stable conditions throughout the 8–10 week cycle.

Diesel × Gorilla CBD Outdoor Cultivation

Prepare raised beds or fabric pots with a 2:1 mix of native soil and compost/perlite. Space plants 3 ft apart. Stake or cage plants early to support heavy resin-coated buds.

Water deeply when the top inch of soil dries, then allow slight dry-down to promote deep root growth. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Shield buds from heavy rain during early flowering with removable covers.

Seed Propagation and Germination

Soak seeds in distilled water for 12 hours, then place between damp paper towels at 75–80 °F (24–27 °C). After 24–48 hours, once taproots emerge, plant each seed taproot-down ½ in into a moistened starter mix under a humidity dome. Provide 18–20 hours of gentle light and maintain 70–75% RH, removing the dome gradually over 3–4 days.

Diesel × Gorilla CBD Vegetative Phase

Maintain an 18/6 light cycle with fixtures 18–24 in above the canopy. Feed a balanced nutrient formula (N-P-K 3-1-2) at half strength weekly. Apply low-stress training (LST) in weeks 2–3 to create an even canopy and maximize bud sites.

Keep temperatures at 70–78 °F and RH at 55%–65%. Introduce beneficial microbes or a kelp foliar spray early to enhance root health. Prune lower shaded foliage to improve airflow and redirect energy to top colas.

Diesel × Gorilla CBD Flowering Phase

Trigger bloom around week 4 under the same 18/6 schedule or switch to 12/12 if preferred. Transition to a bloom nutrient higher in phosphorus and potassium (N-P-K 1-3-2). Lower RH to 40%–50% and maintain 65–75 °F to boost CBD concentration and resin production.

During weeks 6–8, remove excess fan leaves (“lollipopping”) that block bud sites, and support heavy colas with soft ties. Begin flushing with plain pH-balanced water in the final week to clear any nutrient buildup.

Detailed Terpene & Cannabinoid Profile

• THC (0.1–0.2%): Minimal psychoactive effect.
• CBD (10–14%): Primary therapeutic component, delivering anti-inflammatory and anxiolytic benefits.
• Limonene: Citrus aroma, mood elevation, stress relief.
• Linalool: Floral-lavender scent, calming and sleep-promoting.
• Myrcene: Earthy musk, contributes to muscle relaxation and sedation.

Cloning & Mother Plants

Select a vigorous, healthy female plant at week 4 of flowering to take clones. Maintain a mother plant under an 18/6 veg schedule in a separate space. Take cuttings 4–6 in long, dip in rooting hormone, and place in moist rooting medium. Keep under 24/0 blue-spectrum LED light at 75 °F and 70% RH until roots form (7–14 days), then transplant to final pots.

Pest & Disease Control

Inspect daily for spider mites, aphids, and thrips. Apply neem oil or insecticidal soap at first signs, covering leaf undersides. Use yellow sticky traps to monitor and reduce flying pests.

Ensure strong airflow and avoid overhead watering in bloom to prevent powdery mildew and bud rot. Quarantine new plants for 7 days before integrating them into your main grow.

Diesel × Gorilla CBD Harvesting & Curing

Harvest when 70%–80% of trichomes are cloudy, with few clear. Cut branches, trim fan leaves, and hang upside-down in a dark, ventilated space at 60–70 °F and 50% RH. Rotate for even drying over 7–10 days.

After drying, manicure buds and jar loosely at 75% capacity. “Burp” jars for 5–10 minutes daily for the first week, then weekly for 2–4 weeks. Use humidity packs to stabilize at 58%–62% RH.

Post-Harvest: Drying, Curing & Storage

Store cured buds in airtight jars with humidity regulators at 60–65 °F in darkness. For long-term storage, vacuum-seal in Mylar with desiccants. Label with strain and harvest date, checking monthly to rebalance humidity.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Nutrient Deficiencies: Yellow leaves indicate N deficiency; brown edges signal burn. Flush with pH-balanced water and resume feeding at half strength.

Environmental Stress: Heat stress causes leaf curl; light burn bleaches canopy tops. Raise lights, improve ventilation, and maintain temps below 80 °F, RH above 40%.

Watering & pH/EC: Overwatering leads to droop; underwatering causes wilting. Water when top inch of soil is dry. Maintain pH 6.0–6.5, EC 1.2–1.8 mS/cm.

Is Diesel × Gorilla CBD Indica or Sativa?

This strain is an even hybrid (50% Indica / 50% Sativa), offering balanced relaxation and mental clarity perfect for daytime use without strong intoxication.

Advantages & Disadvantages

Advantages: High CBD relief for pain, insomnia, anxiety; minimal THC; balanced effects; medium yields; beginner-friendly genetics.

Disadvantages: Lower psychoactivity may not appeal to recreational users; precise humidity control required; moderate yield compared to high-THC strains.

Why Buy Diesel × Gorilla CBD Strain

Choose Diesel × Gorilla CBD for its potent CBD content, balanced hybrid effects, and relief from arthritis, insomnia, and pain. Feminized seeds ensure a uniform, predictable garden.

Similar Strains

Sour Tsunami

Sour Tsunami Seeds, a high-CBD (10–11%) Sativa-leaning strain with diesel aroma, flowering in 9–10 weeks and offering similar pain-relief benefits.

Harlequin

Harlequin Strain, a balanced 5:2 CBD:THC strain, flowering in 7–8 weeks, known for clearheaded effects and moderate yields.

ACDC

ACDC Strain a CBD-rich phenotype of Cannatonic, delivering up to 20% CBD, flowering in 10 weeks with a mild, uplifting effect.

Tips for Professionals

Automate environment with digital thermostats, humidistats, and CO₂ supplementation during veg. Employ SCROG to maximize canopy uniformity and CBD yield in limited spaces.

Maintain a mother plant under 24/0 light schedule for consistent clone production. Log environmental and feeding data to refine protocols and boost CBD and terpene profiles over successive cycles.

FAQs

How long does Diesel × Gorilla CBD take from seed to harvest?

It completes its full cycle in 8–10 weeks from seed to harvest no light changes needed thanks to autoflower-like feminized genetics.

Can I grow it outdoors in cool climates?

Yes its balanced genetics tolerate mild coolness. Use hoop houses or clear covers to maintain warmth and protect buds from rain.

What yields can I expect indoors vs. outdoors?

Indoors: 1.47–1.82 oz/ft² (450–550 g/m²). Outdoors: 12–15 oz per plant (350–450 g) under optimal conditions.