Cherry Skunk Pie
Linage: Cherry Punch x AK Skunk/Pure Gooey/Purple Mayham
Bred by us in Alaska in collaboration with @blu_channel on IG
Photoperiod: 8 Week Flowering Time
Purpose: Commercial Cultivation
Grow Type: Indoor & Greenhouse
Potent
Trichomes: A frosty coating of trichomes, giving buds a sticky, resinous texture and a sparkling appearance.
Pistils: Bright orange hairs interwoven across the buds, typical of both Cherry Pie and Cherry Skunk.
- Cherry Skunk Pie buds are dense and tightly packed, characteristic of indica-dominant hybrids.
Primary Notes: Sweet and tart cherry, reminiscent of freshly baked cherry pie, from Cherry Pie’s myrcene and limonene terpenes.
Secondary Notes: Earthy and pungent skunk undertones from Cherry Skunk, with hints of stone fruit and fresh herbs.
Intensity: The aroma intensifies when buds are broken apart, filling the air with a mix of fruity sweetness and skunky funk.
The flavor mirrors the aroma, delivering a rich and layered smoking experience:
Inhale: Sweet cherry and berry notes dominate, with a smooth, dessert-like quality akin to Cherry Pie.
Exhale: Earthy, skunky, and slightly tangy flavors emerge, with hints of spice or pine from Cherry Skunk’s terpene profile.
Aftertaste: A lingering mix of fruity sweetness and subtle herbal or cheesy notes, potentially from Skunk Dawg’s influence.
Terpenes: Dominated by myrcene (earthy, musky), limonene (citrusy, uplifting), beta-caryophyllene (spicy, peppery), and pinene (piney, focused), contributing to the strain’s unique sensory profile.
Moderately easy strain to cultivate, inheriting the resilience of Cherry Pie and Cherry Skunk.
Climate: Thrives in temperate, Mediterranean-like conditions with daytime temperatures of 70-80°F (21-27°C) and slightly cooler nights.
Indoor Growing:
Height: Short and bushy, reaching 100-120 cm, ideal for indoor setups with limited space.
Lighting: Requires high-quality LED or HPS lights with 18-20 hours of light during vegetative growth and 12/12 for flowering.
Yield: Up to 450-500 g/m² after 8-9 weeks of flowering.
Training: Responds well to low-stress training (LST) or pruning to manage bushy growth and maximize bud sites.
Cultural Notes
Cherry Pie, a parent strain, has a storied history, bred by “Pieguy” in San Francisco and popularized by the Cookie Family. It’s a cornerstone of modern cannabis breeding, influencing strains like Girl Scout Cookies and Wedding Cake. Cherry Skunk, less documented, carries the legacy of skunk genetics, known for potency and pungency. Cherry Skunk Pie, if real, would fit into the trend of fruity, potent hybrids popular in dispensaries and among home growers