Sticky Orange XXL Automatic

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Strain Overview

Sticky Orange XXL Automatic seeds grow into an 80% indica / 20% sativa plant. This strain is ideal for both novice and experienced growers due to its ease of cultivation and automatic flowering cycle. The plant's compact structure, short flowering time, and large colas are representative of its indica-dominant heritage, while the sativa influence contributes to its unique flavor profile.

Flavor and Aroma

Sticky Orange XXL Automatic offers a complex and refreshing flavor profile. The dominant notes include freshly peeled lemon zest, balanced by earthy undertones and hints of spice, hashish, and chocolate. The aroma is slightly pungent and floral, with an underlying sweet scent that becomes more pronounced in the finished flower. Notes of warm spices and hashish add depth to the overall fragrance.

Effects

The effects of Sticky Orange XXL Automatic are focused on the muscles and body, providing long-lasting relief. The indica dominance delivers a sense of calmness that gradually washes away tension, followed by a general well-being that lingers for an extended period. The sativa influence adds a subtle uplifting effect, making this strain a well-rounded choice for both relaxation and mild stimulation.

Growing Characteristics

Sticky Orange XXL Automatic is a feminized strain, eliminating the need for sexing plants. Growers can simply plant three seeds and expect three female plants that automatically initiate flowering when ready. This eliminates the need to change light schedules, making it an excellent choice for new growers or casual hobbyists.

Indoors, the plant reaches a vertical growth of 70 to 100 cm, while outdoors it can grow to 100+ cm. The flowering time is a quick 45-50 days, allowing for more harvests per year. Yields in ideal conditions can be 450 - 500 grams per m² indoors and 350 grams or higher per m² outdoors. The plant performs best in temperate/continental climates.

The compact structure of Sticky Orange XXL Automatic, with tight internodal spacing and heavy foliage, supports the weight of the heavy buds during flowering. Light defoliation can help open bud sites and reduce microclimates within the canopy. The branches are sturdy, making techniques like SCROG unnecessary. Other methods such as SOG, Super cropping, or LST are not required for optimal yields.

Appearance and Harvest

The flowers of Sticky Orange XXL Automatic are dense and chunky, forming large colas on the tips of each branch. The bright orange stigmas protrude outward, giving the buds an almost completely orange appearance from a distance. The enlarged bracts are covered in thousands of trichomes, creating a sticky, frosty appearance. Gloves are recommended when handling the flowers due to the dense layer of trichomes.

As the plant finishes the flowering stage, growers can expect to see lovely shades of purple within the foliage. The leaves remain a dark green throughout most of the growth cycle, adding to the plant's visual appeal.

Genetic Lineage

The genetic lineage of Sticky Orange XXL Automatic is a four-way cross of California Indica, Shiva Skunk, Gorilla Glue, and Maple Leaf Indica. This combination of old-school and new-school genetics results in a robust and easy-to-cultivate plant that is suitable for both indoor and outdoor growing environments.