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indica-dominant strainDutch Kush
Dutch Kush is a short, bushy and fast-flowering Paradise Seeds indica with many side branches, compact flower clusters and heavy resin coverage. After drying, earth, caramel, coffee, citrus and sweet skunk combine.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- skunky
Genetics
Parent line and family tree
Dutch Kush is at the beginning. The documented parent lines through the 3rd generation follow below.
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StrainDutch Kush
- ParentsNarrow Leaf Afghan
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ParentsAfghan Kush
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GrandparentsAfghani
- 3rd generationAfghanistan
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GrandparentsAfghani
- ParentsSkunk
Editorial profile
Dutch Kush in detail
Origin & classification
Paradise Seeds developed Dutch Kush as its own interpretation of Kush with additional Dutch genetics. Which parent lines were used remains confidential; an exact lineage is not available in the dataset. The breeder describes the breeding goal as a vigorous, resin-rich indica with fast maturation, good performance and pronounced suitability for resin extraction.
Aroma & flavour
During growth, Dutch Kush remains short and bushy. Numerous branches carry flowers that develop close to the wood, with little spacing between the individual clusters. This produces large, very compact flower structures. The plant is presented as easy to care for and particularly suitable for indoor cultivation. Its branching and flower structure are also said to allow SOG and SCROG methods; this assessment comes explicitly from the breeder.
Terpene profile
The flowering time is stated as eight to nine weeks. An unspecified “genetic accelerator” is said to have enabled the rapid development. Since neither this line nor exact selection data has been disclosed, no additional parent strain may be inferred from it. Dutch Kush is also said to perform outdoors. According to the source, it prefers plenty of warmth and sun because of its dense, high-yielding flowers, while its fast maturation could also produce results in more northern regions. Such statements remain location-dependent.
Effect tendency
During flowering, the plant develops a strong, spicy aroma. After drying, the description mentions earth and caramel, a coffee-like scent, as well as citrus and sweet skunk undertones. The structured aroma field contains only “skunky” and therefore does not fully reflect the more detailed sensory description. Specific terpenes are not documented.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
The effects are described as occurring in two stages. First comes an uplifting impression with heightened sensory perception, particularly for sight and hearing. Shortly afterwards, a noticeably heavier, euphoric and deeply physically relaxing indica phase is said to follow. These effect impressions are subjective and are not identical for every person or batch. Medical claims from the original description are not adopted.
Further classification
The resin coverage is described as very abundant, while the buds are particularly dense and sticky. However, specific yield or cannabinoid values are missing. Dutch Kush should therefore be portrayed through its compact architecture, eight- to nine-week flowering period, complex coffee-caramel-skunk profile and the described transition from initial euphoria to physical heaviness.
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Frequently asked questions about Dutch Kush
What type of strain is Dutch Kush?
We list Dutch Kush as an indica-dominant strain with the parent line Narrow Leaf Afghan × Afghan Kush × Skunk.
What genetics are behind Dutch Kush?
The parent line of Dutch Kush is Narrow Leaf Afghan × Afghan Kush × Skunk.
What does Dutch Kush smell and taste like?
In terms of aroma, Dutch Kush is primarily skunky. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.
What flowering time is stated for Dutch Kush?
A flowering time of 8-9 weeks is stated for Dutch Kush.
Which breeder is named for Dutch Kush?
Paradise Seeds is named as the breeder or cultivator of Dutch Kush.
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