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Apple Jack is a hybrid cannabis strain with a sweet aroma of ripe apples and citrus. It combines two famous parents: Jack Herer and White Widow. In this article you can read about its genetics, its aroma and its growing profile. Browse our flowers in the shop.
What is Apple Jack?
Apple Jack is a cross of Jack Herer and White Widow. Jack Herer is a sativa-dominant strain named after the American hemp activist Jack Herer (Wikipedia: Jack Herer). White Widow is a Dutch classic from the 1990s (Wikipedia: White Widow). Read more about it in our White Widow guide.
Is Apple Jack indica or sativa?
Apple Jack is a hybrid with a slight sativa dominance, mainly from its Jack Herer parent. If you want to know more about the plant types, read our article on the difference between indica and sativa or browse our sativa strain articles.
Aroma and flavour
The aroma is sweet and fruity and reminds many people of ripe apples and citrus. In the background there are earthy and piney notes. These come from terpenes, the aroma compounds of the plant (Wikipedia: Terpene):
- Myrcene: earthy and fruity.
- Caryophyllene: spicy and peppery.
- Limonene: fresh and citrusy.
Growing profile
- Climate: prefers a warm and sunny climate outdoors. Indoors it needs good control of temperature and humidity.
- Flowering time: about 8 to 9 weeks.
- Yield: growers report about 400 to 500 grams per plant outdoors and up to 400 grams per square metre indoors.
- Training: many growers use topping or low stress training to shape the plant.
Apple Jack compared with its parents
| Strain | Type | Aroma |
| Apple Jack | Hybrid, slightly sativa-dominant | Apple, citrus, pine |
| Jack Herer | Sativa-dominant | Pine, spice, citrus |
| White Widow | Balanced hybrid | Earthy, woody, herbal |
Frequently asked questions
What are the parent strains of Apple Jack?
Apple Jack is a cross of Jack Herer and White Widow.
Why is it called Apple Jack?
The name combines its apple-like aroma with its Jack Herer parent.
How long does Apple Jack flower?
The flowering time is about 8 to 9 weeks.
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