How to Grow Gelato 45
Gelato 45 is a potent, exceptionally high-yielding, mostly indica strain, a standout phenotype of the Gelato line bred from Sunset Sherbet and Girl Scout Cookies Thin Mint. This 60% indica pairs an unusual mint, pepper and pineapple flavor with a high 22-24% THC and a euphoric, relaxed effect, finishing in 8 to 10 weeks. It is forgiving to grow and one of the heaviest producers you will find.
This is a feminized photoperiod strain of moderate height, around 1.5 m, with the sturdy, bushy structure of an indica-leaning Gelato. That manageable size combined with a genuinely huge yield is exactly what makes Gelato 45 such a standout, especially for growers with space outdoors.
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Gelato 45
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THC | 22% - 24% (High) |
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Type | Feminized |
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Yield | High |
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Phenotype | 60% Indica / 40% Sativa |
Gelato Auto
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THC | 19% - 21% (Medium) |
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Type | Autoflowering |
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Yield | High |
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Phenotype | 40% Indica / 60% Sativa |
Potent, flavourful and remarkably productive, Gelato 45 is a rewarding way to grow a heavy-yielding Gelato phenotype. You can see the full genetics and buy Gelato 45 seeds on the strain page, and browse the rest of our high-yielding seeds alongside it.
Strain Profile at a Glance
| THC | High (22-24%) |
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| Lineage | Sunset Sherbet x Girl Scout Cookies Thin Mint |
| Type | Feminized (photoperiod) |
| Genetics | 60% Indica / 40% Sativa |
| Climate | Dry |
| Flowering time | 8-10 weeks |
| Harvest (outdoor) | October |
| Height | 4.92 ft / 1.5 m |
| Yield indoor | 1.97-2.29 oz/ft² (600-700 g/m²) |
| Yield outdoor | 31.75-35.27 oz/plant (900-1000 g/plant) |
| Grow difficulty | Beginner-friendly |
| Flavors | Mint, Pepper, Pineapple |
| Effects | Euphoric, Relaxed, Munchie-inducing |
Promos & Deals
Growing a High-Yield Gelato
As a 60% indica, Gelato 45 grows into a sturdy, bushy plant of around 1.5 m, with the dense structure typical of the Gelato line. It is a feminized photoperiod strain, which means two things: every seed grows into a flowering female, so there is no need to sex the plants, and the plant flowers on light rather than age. Indoors you keep it under long days of around 18 hours while it grows, then switch to a 12/12 light cycle to trigger flowering.
Its real trick is how much it yields, so it pays to train it well. A little low-stress training or light topping early on opens the canopy and spreads light across more bud sites, which is how you turn its natural productivity into a genuinely huge harvest. Keep airflow moving through the dense, bushy growth to protect those heavy, resinous buds.
Climate and Where to Grow It
Gelato 45 does best in a warm, dry climate with good sun and steady airflow, which helps keep its dense, heavy buds clean through flowering. Its quick 8 to 10 week finish means it is ready around October outdoors, so it rewards a dry, settled late season where it has time to pack on and ripen its exceptional harvest.
Yield is its headline trait, and it is remarkable in both settings. Indoors it reaches 600-700 g/m² in a well-managed tent, among the highest you will find, while outdoors, given room and sun, a single plant can produce a huge 900-1000 g. As a mostly indica of moderate height, it delivers those numbers without needing a massive plant, which is a big part of its appeal.
Keep humidity under control through flowering to protect those heavy buds: around 55-60% early on, nearer 40-45% in mid-bloom and lower still toward harvest. Dense, resinous colas can trap moisture, so a dry climate, steady airflow and sensible humidity are the keys to a clean finish. Aim for daytime temperatures around 68-80°F (20-27°C).
Feeding Schedule (EC Guide)
A heavy-yielding plant like Gelato 45 feeds steadily through flowering, but it still pays to build nutrients up gradually and read the leaves rather than overfeed. Taper right off for the final flush so the distinctive mint and pepper flavor comes through clean and the smoke finishes smooth. The ranges below are a starting guide; adjust them to your water and medium.
| Stage | EC (mS/cm) | Notes |
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| Seedling | 0.4-0.6 | Light feed while the roots establish |
| Vegetative growth | 0.8-1.2 | Raise nitrogen as the plant bushes out |
| Early flower | 1.2-1.4 | Shift toward bloom nutrients (P and K) |
| Full flower | 1.4-1.6 | Peak bloom feed while the heavy colas swell |
| Flush | 0.0-0.4 | Plain water for the final 1-2 weeks |
Flowering and Harvest
Gelato 45 flowers in 8 to 10 weeks, a reasonable window for an indica-leaning Gelato. It stays a moderate height and fills in dense, resin-coated colas that carry both its high THC and its big yield, keeping a tidy shape rather than stretching. Outdoors the harvest window lands around October in the northern hemisphere, ideally in a dry spell.
Yield is the headline. Indoors it is exceptional at 600-700 g/m² under good light, and outdoors a single plant can reach 900-1000 g given room and sun. Good canopy work really pays off here, so keep the lower growth tidy, train for an even spread, support the heavier branches, and harvest when most trichomes have turned cloudy, with a few amber, for the fullest expression.
Drying and Curing
Dry whole plants or branches in a dark room at around 60°F (15-18°C) and 55-60% humidity for 7-14 days, until the thin stems snap rather than bend. A slow, even dry is especially important on a big harvest like this one, since it stops the denser inner buds staying damp while the outside dries out, protecting both the aroma and the trichomes.
Then cure the trimmed buds in sealed jars, burping them daily for the first week and letting them settle for three to four weeks. A proper cure is what brings the distinctive mint, pepper and pineapple notes forward and smooths out the smoke, and with a yield this size it is well worth the patience to get the whole crop tasting its best.
What to Do With Your Trim
Don’t bin the sugar leaves you remove while manicuring. Gelato 45 is a very resinous, trichome-heavy plant, so its trim is excellent for dry sift, bubble hash or rosin. On a harvest this big, and given its high THC, that trim makes for a strong, flavourful concentrate run from material most growers would otherwise throw away.
Flavor and Terpenes
Gelato 45 has an unusual, distinctive profile: a cool, minty note with a peppery edge and a fruity pineapple lift, which sets it apart from most sweeter Gelato cuts. It is a fresh, complex flavor rather than a simple sweet one, and a good cure really brings those mint, pepper and fruit notes forward in the jar and on the inhale.
Its terpene profile maps neatly onto that flavor. Menthol drives the cool, minty note, while caryophyllene brings the warm, peppery spice that defines the pepper side. Terpinolene adds a fresh, fruity lift that leans into the pineapple, and humulene an earthy, woody depth underneath. Together they shape the mint, pepper and pineapple character Gelato 45 is known for.
Effects and Best Use
With its high 22-24% THC and 60% indica make-up, Gelato 45 delivers a strong, well-rounded experience. It is reported as euphoric and relaxed, with a cheerful, uplifting start settling into a comfortable body ease, and it tends to be notably munchie-inducing, so keep a few snacks to hand. Because the THC can run high, it is worth starting with a moderate amount if you have a lower tolerance.
That balanced, happy profile makes it a versatile afternoon or evening strain, good for relaxing without being too heavy. The combination of a forgiving grow, a record-breaking yield and a one-of-a-kind mint-and-pepper flavor is exactly why this Gelato phenotype stands out.
Common Problems and Pro Tips
The main opportunity with Gelato 45 is its yield, so the pro move is to maximise it. It responds very well to training, so top it early and use low-stress training or a screen to create a wide, even canopy, which turns its natural productivity into a record-breaking harvest. Give it good light and a well-sized pot to feed that potential.
Watch the humidity through flowering, since the dense, heavy colas can trap moisture and are prone to mould in a damp finish. Lean into its preference for a dry climate, keep the air moving, bring humidity down as the buds mature, and support the heavier branches so they do not bend under the weight of the flowers.
As a pro tip, protect the distinctive flavor, since the mint-pepper-pineapple profile is what sets this Gelato cut apart: run a clean plain-water flush at the end and cure for three to four weeks, which brings those notes to their fullest. Then follow the trichomes rather than the calendar, and bear in mind the THC can run high, so start moderate when you try it.
FAQ
How much does Gelato 45 yield?
It is an exceptional producer. Indoors it reaches 600-700 g/m² under good light, among the highest available, while outdoors a single plant can produce a huge 900-1000 g given room and sun. What makes that remarkable is its moderate 1.5 m height, so good canopy training really pays off to earn the biggest harvest.
How much THC does Gelato 45 have?
It is a high-THC strain, testing at around 22-24%. Because it can run high, it is worth starting with a moderate amount if your tolerance is lower. Combined with its 60% indica genetics, the result is a euphoric and relaxed effect that is notably munchie-inducing, so it is worth keeping snacks to hand.
How long does Gelato 45 take to flower?
Gelato 45 flowers in about 8 to 10 weeks. Grown outdoors in the northern hemisphere it is usually ready to harvest around October, ideally in a dry spell. Give it a warm, settled finish and harvest when most trichomes have turned cloudy for the best balance of its distinctive flavor and effect.
What does Gelato 45 taste like?
It has an unusual flavor for a Gelato: a cool, minty note with a peppery edge and a fruity pineapple lift. Menthol drives the mint, caryophyllene the pepper, terpinolene a fresh pineapple lift and humulene an earthy depth. That mint-and-pepper character sets it apart from sweeter Gelato cuts, and a good cure brings it forward.
How tall does Gelato 45 grow?
It reaches a manageable, moderate height of around 1.5 m, with the bushy structure of the Gelato line. That size is easy to handle in a tent, and a little low-stress training or early topping builds the even canopy that lets it reach its exceptional yield. It does not demand much vertical room.
Is Gelato 45 good for beginners?
Yes, with one caveat. It is a forgiving, high-yielding, moderate-height hybrid, which makes the cultivation beginner-friendly and very rewarding. The thing to be aware of is its high THC, so while it is simple to grow, a newer user should go easy on the smoke and start with a moderate amount.
