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Hybrid strainEarly Widow
Early Widow is a line selected in 2002 from more than forty White Widow plants by Élite Seeds. The source names Speed Skunk and Widow as the genetics and describes a small, compact, leafy plant with heavily resinous, dense flowers. Flowering takes seven to eight weeks; THC is stated at 16 to 20 percent, according to the breeder.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- skunky
Editorial profile
Early Widow in detail
Origin & classification
According to the breeder-specific description, Early Widow dates back to a selection made in 2002. From more than forty female plants of a classic White Widow line, one specimen was selected for a shorter flowering period without sacrificing the desired potency. The source also names Speed Skunk and Widow as the genetics. Since the structured dataset contains no lineage, this information should be verified and supplemented if necessary. Élite Seeds is listed as the breeder.
Aroma & flavour
The plant is described as small, leafy and compact. Its strong resin production and dense flowers are particularly notable, also making it interesting for indoor cultivation. These characteristics refer to the specific Élite Seeds selection and should not automatically be applied to every strain with a similar name. An exact yield is not stated, although the source explicitly highlights the weight of the flowers.
Terpene profile
The flowering period is seven to eight weeks. For outdoor cultivation, the source specifies a September harvest without defining the region or hemisphere in greater detail. This seasonal window is therefore only transferable to a limited extent and should be interpreted according to the climate. The short flowering period is the central breeding trait and explains the addition “Early” much better than a merely general claim of early maturity.
Effect tendency
Only a skunky direction is recorded in the structured aroma data. The continuous description contains no further fragrance or flavour notes and does not name any terpenes. The sensory profile therefore remains brief. Regarding the effect, the source uses the strong but subjective term “devastating”. Objectively, this only supports describing the effect profile as very powerful; individual physical or mental effects are not documented.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
The source gives THC as 16 to 20 percent and rates the content as very high; CBD is described only as “medium”. Both details are breeder-specific and batch-dependent. The imprecise CBD reference is not suitable for a numerical value. Early Widow is therefore primarily defined by its selection history, compact architecture, strong resin production and shortened flowering period. Where aroma, effect and CBD are not described precisely, the profile remains appropriately reserved.
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Frequently asked questions about Early Widow
What type of strain is Early Widow?
We list Early Widow as a hybrid strain.
What does Early Widow smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Early Widow is primarily skunky. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
What flowering time is given for Early Widow?
A flowering time of 7-8 weeks is given for Early Widow.
Which breeder is named for Early Widow?
Élite Seeds is named as the breeder or producer of Early Widow.
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