How to Grow Mango OG
Mango OG is a tropical, mango-forward indica built on Jack Herer and Big Skunk genetics. It is a 70/30 indica-dominant feminized plant with an approachable, medium 20-22% THC, a standout mango, sweet and tropical flavor, and a deeply relaxed, night-time effect. Tall, resinous and flavor-rich, it is a rewarding way to grow a fruit-forward evening indica.
This is a feminized photoperiod strain, so every seed grows into a flowering female and you start flowering by switching the light cycle to 12/12, which lets you decide how big the plant gets before you flip it. Its Jack Herer and skunk heritage gives it a sweet, tropical mango aroma over a dense, resinous indica structure, built for a flavorful, heavy, evening-leaning result.
Recommended Strains
Mango
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THC | 20% - 22% (Medium) |
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Type | Feminized |
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Yield | High |
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Phenotype | 70% Indica / 30% Sativa |
Mango Kush
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THC | 11% - 20% (Medium) |
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Type | Feminized |
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Yield | Medium |
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Phenotype | 80% Indica / 20% Sativa |
Blimburn does not list a seed named exactly Mango OG, but you can grow the same mango-and-skunk character with closely related strains: Somango, its nearest Jack Herer and skunk-based match, and the earthy, fruity Mango Kush. Both sit alongside the rest of our feminized seeds.
Strain Profile at a Glance
| THC | Medium (20-22%) |
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| Lineage | Jack Herer x Big Skunk |
| Type | Feminized (photoperiod) |
| Genetics | 70% Indica / 30% Sativa |
| Climate | Tropical, warm |
| Flowering time | 8-10 weeks |
| Harvest (outdoor) | October |
| Height | 9.84 ft / 3 m (tall) |
| Yield indoor | 1.31-1.64 oz/ft² (400-500 g/m²) |
| Yield outdoor | 21.16-24.69 oz/plant (600-700 g/plant) |
| Grow difficulty | Easy, beginner-friendly |
| Flavors | Mango, Sweet, Tropical |
| Effects | Relaxed, Night-time |
Promos & Deals
Growing a Feminized Strain
Mango OG is a feminized photoperiod strain, so every seed grows into a flowering female and there is no sexing and no need to remove males. Because it flowers on the light cycle rather than on age, you control the timing: keep it under long 18/6 days to grow and build the frame you want, then switch to 12 hours of light and 12 of darkness to start flowering. That control is what lets you dial in the size and the yield.
Mango OG is a very tall grower, reaching up to around 3 m with a branchy, vigorous structure and heavy stretch, so height management is the main job. It responds well to topping and low-stress training, and a ScrOG or an open canopy helps spread the light across its long branches. Veg it to the height you want, flip it early to keep its stretch in check, and it will finish dense, resinous and fragrant in 8 to 10 weeks of flower.
Climate and Where to Grow It
Mango OG does best in a warm, tropical or Mediterranean-style climate with plenty of sun, steady warmth and good airflow. Its Jack Herer side likes long, bright days and a long, warm season, which suits a tall, vigorous plant like this. Outdoors in the Northern Hemisphere it is ready to harvest around October, after a full season of growth.
It performs well indoors and out. Indoors it returns a solid 400-500 g/m² in a well-managed tent, especially when its height is trained in, while outdoors each plant gives a generous 600-700 g with full sun, space and support. As a very tall, indica-dominant plant of around 3 m it stretches hard, so the main job is keeping that height in check and the canopy open so light and air reach the lower buds.
Keep humidity sensible through flowering to protect those resinous buds: around 55-60% in veg, nearer 40% as the flowers fill out, and lower toward harvest. Steady airflow around a tall, leafy plant keeps the finish clean. Aim for daytime temperatures around 68-80°F (20-27°C) with slightly cooler nights, which this warm, tropical-climate strain enjoys.
Feeding Schedule (EC Guide)
Mango OG is a moderate feeder that supports its big frame and yield with steady, balanced nutrition. Build the feed up gradually through veg, push phosphorus and potassium once it is in flower to fuel those buds, then taper off for the final flush so the sweet mango flavor comes through clean and the smoke finishes smooth. The ranges below are a starting guide; adjust to your water and medium.
| Stage | EC (mS/cm) | Notes |
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| Seedling | 0.4-0.6 | Very light feed while roots establish |
| Vegetative | 0.8-1.2 | Raise nitrogen as the plant builds size |
| Early flower | 1.2-1.4 | Shift toward bloom nutrients (P and K) |
| Full flower | 1.4-1.6 | Peak bloom feed while the buds swell |
| Flush | 0.0-0.4 | Plain water for the final 1-2 weeks |
Flowering and Harvest
Once you switch Mango OG to a 12/12 light cycle it flowers in about 8 to 10 weeks, filling out with dense, resinous, trichome-coated buds on a tall, branchy frame, developing the sweet, tropical mango aroma it is named for. Flipping it early helps keep its heavy stretch manageable. Outdoors in the Northern Hemisphere it is ready to harvest around October.
Yields are strong: around 400-500 g/m² indoors and a generous 600-700 g per plant outdoors with good sun, space and support for its height. Train it early so the lower buds get light, feed it steadily through flower, and harvest when most of the trichomes have turned cloudy for the fullest mango-and-sweet flavor and the deepest, night-time effect.
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 matters with such a resinous plant, because its dense buds can stay damp in the middle while the outside dries, and a gentle dry protects 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 out the sweet mango and tropical notes and smooths the smoke, which matters most on a flavor-first strain like Mango OG where that juicy, tropical character is the whole point.
What to Do With Your Trim
Don’t bin the sugar leaves you remove while manicuring. Mango OG is a resinous, trichome-rich plant, so its trim works especially well for dry sift, bubble hash or rosin. Its heavy resin and strong aroma make that trim worth saving for a flavorful, mango-and-tropical concentrate run from material most growers would otherwise throw away.
Flavor and Terpenes
Mango OG is all about its flavor: a sweet, tropical mango character over a soft, skunky-sweet base, exactly the fruit-forward profile it is known for. It is a smooth, mango-and-sweet smoke with a tropical lift, and a good cure really brings that juicy character forward in the jar and on the inhale.
Its terpene profile shapes that character. Myrcene drives the sweet, fruity, mango-like base, the terpene most associated with ripe mango. Terpinolene brings a fresh, tropical-fruit lift, while caryophyllene adds a warm, peppery spice and alpha-pinene a fresh, herbal note. Together these terpenes frame the mango, sweet and tropical character Mango OG is known for.
Effects and Best Use
With its approachable, medium 20-22% THC and heavily indica 70/30 make-up, Mango OG delivers a deeply relaxing experience. It is reported as relaxed and night-time leaning, settling the body into a heavy, comfortable state that is best suited to the evening and the end of the day. Its medium potency keeps it approachable and easy to dose for an indica this relaxing.
That relaxed, night-time profile makes it a natural evening strain, ideal for winding down while enjoying its standout mango flavor. The combination of a tall, productive grow, a heavy indica effect and a juicy, tropical finish is exactly why it stands out.
Common Problems and Pro Tips
The biggest thing to plan for with Mango OG is its height. It is a very tall, heavy-stretching plant, so start height management early: top it, use low-stress training, flip it early to cut the stretch, and run a ScrOG or an open canopy so light reaches the lower buds rather than letting it grow tall and leggy. An even canopy is what turns that stretch into long, productive colas.
Its dense, resinous buds mean humidity is the main risk late in flower, so keep the air moving, hold humidity down as the flowers fill out, and defoliate a few of the largest fan leaves in mid-flower so light and air reach the lower buds. Start seedlings gently to avoid transplant stress, especially on such a big, fast grower.
As a pro tip, protect the terpenes that carry its mango flavor: go gentle on the nutrients, finish with a proper plain-water flush, and give it a full three to four week cure. Harvest when most trichomes are cloudy for a deeply relaxing, medium-strength result with the clean, sweet mango-and-tropical taste this strain is prized for.
FAQ
Is Mango OG a feminized strain?
Yes. Mango OG is a feminized photoperiod strain, so every seed grows into a flowering female and there is no sexing and no males to remove. Because it flowers on the light cycle rather than on age, you veg it under long 18/6 days for as long as you like, then switch to 12/12 to start flowering, which lets you control its final size and yield.
How much THC does Mango OG have?
Mango OG is a medium-THC strain, testing at around 20-22%, which gives an approachable effect rather than an overwhelming one. Combined with its heavily indica 70/30 genetics, the result is a deeply relaxed, night-time experience. That moderate potency makes it easy to dose and a good fit for newer growers and smokers who want a heavy but manageable indica.
How long does Mango OG take to flower?
Mango OG flowers in about 8 to 10 weeks once you switch it to a 12/12 light cycle indoors. Outdoors in the Northern Hemisphere it is ready to harvest around October, after a full season of growth. Because it is a very tall, stretchy plant, flipping it early and training it keeps the height manageable and makes the most of its flowering stretch.
What does Mango OG taste like?
Mango OG has a sweet, tropical mango flavor over a soft, skunky-sweet base. Myrcene drives that mango-like fruitiness, terpinolene adds a fresh tropical lift, caryophyllene a warm peppery spice, and alpha-pinene a fresh herbal note. A proper three to four week cure really brings the juicy, tropical mango character forward on the inhale and smooths the smoke.
How much does Mango OG yield?
Mango OG is a strong producer, giving around 400-500 g/m² indoors and a generous 600-700 g per plant outdoors with full sun, space and support. As a very tall plant it needs room and training, so keep an open, even canopy and feed it steadily through flower so the long indica colas develop fully rather than staying airy.
Is Mango OG good for beginners?
Yes. Mango OG is a beginner-friendly plant in terms of its hardy genetics and medium THC, but its main demand is height: it is a very tall, stretchy grower. With a little early training, topping and an open canopy to manage that stretch, it is an easy, rewarding and great-tasting crop even for newer growers.
