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Dr Greenthumb's Em-Dog

Dr Greenthumb's Em-Dog is an indica-dominant, photoperiod hybrid of Chem 4 and OG Kush. Tropical and fruity impressions meet lemon, pine, wood and an oily note. The effects are described as strong yet energetic and relaxing, as well as happy and balanced. Measured THC ranges vary by batch and lie between 20–27 percent.

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Dr Greenthumb's Em-Dog in detail

Origin & classification

The name Dr Greenthumb's Em-Dog refers to a breeding project by Humboldt Seed Organization, with its lineage listed as Chem 4 and OG Kush. Its genetic composition is approximately 70 percent Indica and 30 percent Sativa. We therefore classify it as an indica-dominant, photoperiod hybrid. Its identity is based primarily on high potency, a layered aroma and effects that combine physical calm with more active qualities.

Aroma & flavour

The aroma profile includes tropical and fruity impressions as well as lemon, pine and wood. An oily nuance adds a heavier, more tart dimension to the brighter fruit and citrus notes. As a result, the perception ranges from fresh and resinous to warm and earthy-woody. Which facet comes to the fore can change with phenotype, maturity, drying and storage; this does not allow a uniform flavour to be inferred for every individual plant.

Terpene profile

The effects are described as notably strong, happy and balanced. A recurring feature is the interplay between an energetic onset and pronounced relaxation, accompanied by a physically perceptible body buzz. These two directions are not mutually exclusive: Dr Greenthumb's Em-Dog is characterised precisely by the combination of stimulating and calming impressions. Such descriptions reflect typical experiences and can guarantee neither a specific intensity nor an identical progression.

Effect tendency

THC is listed at 20 to 27 percent, while CBD is given as approximately 0.1 percent. These values should be understood as a measured or manufacturer-reported range. Cannabinoid levels depend, among other factors, on phenotype, growing conditions, harvest timing and the batch tested. The upper limit should therefore not be interpreted as a fixed value for every plant. Based on its described strength, the profile is geared more towards people who want to compare potent strains objectively, without this constituting a consumption recommendation.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

In indoor cultivation, the flowering time is approximately 63 to 68 days or nine to ten weeks. The strain reaches a medium height both indoors and outdoors and is rated as having a medium difficulty level. A possible indoor yield of around 500 g/m² is cited. Outdoors, very large plants and figures of up to approximately two kilograms per plant have been documented under favourable conditions; however, such peak values remain heavily dependent on location and method. The outdoor harvest is listed for October. This means that the photoperiod strain requires an outdoor season that allows it to mature into autumn.

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