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Bud Basics

This strain was brought to life through the combination of the Nepalese Indica and the Colombian Gold with the Swiss and Thai landrace strains. This sounds like a dream carved into life. The result is a kind of high that leaves you clear-headed. That is why the strain is very useful as a treatment method for anxiety, nausea relief, and pain. However since it mostly develops a 5:2 CDB (18%) ratio, any psychoactive effects are rendered largely null and void because it is low in THC at 0.6%%. This explains why it is common for counteracting cases of THC’s paranoia.

At first glance, they are dense, round-shaped and come in rich forest-green color with some rusty orange hairs with some amber trichomes too. The strain boasts a variety of flavor and aroma, ranging from sweet and tropical mango to an earthy, woody musk. The strain is also increasingly becoming more popular because of its ability to make you relax without the need for sedation and at the same time providing you with relief without the need for intoxication.

Although the strain used to be clone-only it is now possible to get your hands on the product because they now come in form of feminized seeds with remarkably high rates of germination. Furthermore, the seeds contain robust, reliable and stabilized genetics, meaning that CBD Harlequin is now not only accessible to everyone, but even beginners can also try their luck at growing these plants.

Flavor and Fragrance of CBD Harlequin

On greeting CBD Harlequin in plant or bud form, you will immediately feel the sweet aroma permeating the senses and penetrating every corner of the room with the pleasant scent of earthy woodiness. At the same time, you might begin to notice notes of creamy vanilla and hints of more daring tropical tones that bring a fruity musky and mango to the equation. Though instantly noticeable, the aroma is by no means pungent - therefore, you don’t have to worry about the smell lingering in your room for an age.

When you light up these buds, you will immediately start noticing the strain effuse an earthy and woody aroma. On the inhale, get ready to taste the sumptuous realization of those tropical hints with tangs of citrusy mangoes as the smooth and creamy vapors caress the tongue, delivering a delightfully delectable smoking experience complete with a rich and moreish aftertaste.

Effects

Since this strain has 0.6% THC levels, which is very low, and up to 18% CBD levels, you should expect a very mellow impact. While you're not going to experience a strong psychoactive high with CBD Harlequin, you can expect a notable uplifting sense capable of clearing even the worst of sour moods.

With the elevated mood influence also comes a serious spike in concentration and the ability to focus, making this CBD-heavy hybrid one to turn to for days filled with deadlines to beat, targets to meet and goals to crush.

If you are facing a very busy and challenging day, Harlequin's effects will invigorate the mind, helping you sail through your day with bliss. The small percentage of Indica that is present in the strain also plays an instrumental role in conferring a soothing and calm mindset and at the same time relaxing your body.

However, it is important to understand that this strain may not be exactly appealing to you if you are a recreational consumer. Nonetheless, it makes up for this shortcoming by conferring highly therapeutic effects to consumers.

It is very rare to experience adverse effects like paranoia, headaches, and anxiety among others after consuming CBD Harlequin Feminized. This is because it has a significantly low percentage of THC, almost negligible. However, it is not surprising if you feel some element of cottonmouth or eye dryness. To avoid such effects, you must adhere to the recommended dosage. Furthermore, make sure that you take a lot of fluids, especially water, any time you are smoking.

Medical Uses of CBD Harlequin Feminized

Because of the strain’s potent therapeutic attributes, it is very popular in the medical community. Many people who are looking for some sort of relief from either mild or chronic conditions find this strain very useful. It comes highly recommended by many experts in this field.

It is instrumental in helping people get relief from such aches as stiffness and joint pains including arthritis. Furthermore, it portrays some strong anti-inflammatory attributes. This is why many consumers find it to be a very viable medication for treating neuralgic and fibromyalgia pain. It also can quell cases of nausea and vomiting. It is because of this aspect that the strain that chemotherapy patients find it valuable. It goes a long way in improving the quality of their life despite the battle with cancer.

CBD Harlequin also plays an important role in the psychiatric sector of the medical community. It is an anti-depressant and at the same time a potent anxiolytic which makes it a viable option for helping people manage the levels of their brain’s neurotransmitter fluctuations. Additionally, consumers don’t have to be heavily body stoned to sustain their mental focus. Hence, it is a highly versatile medicinal option for consuming during the day and at night.

Growing CBD Harlequin Feminized Seeds

Most cultivators agree that the best place to grow CBD Harlequin Feminized seeds is indoors because it allows you to have more control over the growth environment and the climate as well.

However, if you prefer growing your seeds outdoors, make sure that the climate is warm enough and humidity levels ranging from moderate to low. For instance, if you're growing in Colorado, it might not be the best idea to grow the strain outside because the area is not ideal since it is too humid. Therefore, growers in this region need to consider growing them indoors.

However, the strain is known to be highly resistant to mold and pests, provided that you keep the humidity at ideal levels. It would be in your best interest to make sure that the relative humidity lies below 65% at the onset of the vegetative phase. You also have to ensure that you lower this relative humidity (RH) levels weekly until the level reaches below 55%. This should be before the strain reaches the blooming phase. You just have to make sure by the time it gets to the harvesting stage, the RH should be somewhere in the range of 30-40%. If well-taken care if outdoors, the seeds can give you up to 21 oz. per plant.

The yield per plant can even be significantly higher if you grow Harlequin indoors. It can give you up to 25 oz. per square meter. If you want to increase the per-plant yield, you need to perform some growing techniques known as High-Stress Training (HST) or Low-Stress Training (LST). If you get these techniques right, you will give your plants adequate exposure to airflow and light. To avoid bud rot, make sure that you regularly prune your plants.

The plants can take 8-9 weeks to flower. However, if you want your plants to have a high CBD level, you should harvest your plants earlier than you normally would have. You can go ahead and harvest if you realize a change in color on half of the pistils. Nonetheless, it is still okay to grow your crops using the trichome method.

Summary

If you are looking to ease yourself into the cannabis cultivation world, Harlequin is a great place to start. It has a very nice blend of CBD and THC. You should also understand that the CBD to THC ratios sometimes differ depending on the cut. It is ideal for consumers looking to get the right kind of high without being overly so. You will feel happy, relaxed, and energized but at the same time remain focused. Growing the crop should be very tough. However, if your objective is to get a strain with higher CBD levels, make sure to harvest it early enough.