You’re visiting Grandma for the first time in a while, and you’re helping her finish up her laundry when your nose detects the unmistakable scent of apples and cinnamon wafting through the air. Your grandmother is such a great cook. You head into the kitchen to see what she’s making. “Grandma, is that apple pie?” you ask. “No, honey,” she says as she turns around to pass you a fat joint. “It’s Apple Fritter!” No one wants their grandmother to school them on a marijuana strain, which is why we’re going to cover everything on Apple Fritter—including its THC levels and genetics—in this post.
What Does Apple Fritter Look and Smell Like?
Apple Fritter features deep green buds encapsulated with trichome crystals. In the right light, it almost looks like it’s glowing. True to its name, Apple Fritter’s main aroma and flavor invoke mental images of sour apple pastries. There’s a faint spiciness that hangs around this flower as well. Once you ignite it, you may notice that Apple Fritter has a slight cheesiness to its flavor as well, an uncommon (but savory) flavor for almost any strain of marijuana.
Apple Fritter Strain Genetics: What Kind of Strain Is Apple Fritter?
Apple Fritter came about when breeder Lumpy Flowers crossed the Sour Apple and Animal Cookies strains. That makes this fairly rare cannabis strain a member of the Cookies family of strains, and has helped make Apple Fritter truly top-shelf. It even won accolades in High Times’ 2016 NorCal Cup, where it enjoyed one of the highest judge’s scores.
Is Apple Fritter Indica or Sativa?
Although we do know Apple Fritter’s pedigree, there’s still some discussion about its actual genetic profile. Some sources say that it’s a true 50/50 hybrid, perfectly balanced between indica and sativa. Others claim that it resides more towards the indica-dominant side of the spectrum. It’s a tough call to make: both sides have some proof in their corner.
Apple Fritter Strain Effects
Whether it’s an indica-dominant or a true hybrid, Apple Fritter is a marijuana strain with some pretty balanced effects. Initially, it provides a cerebral rush (from its sativa side) before gently tucking you in with its more relaxing, down-to-earth indica properties. It also has a distinctly strong body high. The Apple Fritter strain gets these effects from its high THC level, which often hovers around 25%. That puts Apple Fritter firmly in the category of high-powered cannabis strains.
How Do Medical Patients Use Apple Fritter?
Apple Fritter’s effects emphasize a more low-key and relaxing experience. Patients have been using it primarily for combating chronic discomfort and helping to ease stress. Additionally, patients with trouble sleeping have been using this strain to help them fall asleep quickly and stay asleep longer. Some have even used it to help lift mood or as a buffer against depressive feelings.
Growing the Apple Fritter Marijuana Strain
Since Apple Fritter is fairly uncommon, one great way to get your hands on some of its buds is by growing it yourself. That can definitely be a fun learning experience, but it’s not for the faint of heart! Apple Fritter was bred for its high THC level rather than being a strain that can resist pests. As a result, whether you’re growing indoors or outdoors, make sure you have some kind of pest control ready. Neem oil is a great choice, since it’s natural and targets a large variety of bugs.
Apple Fritter actually grows fairly tall for its indica-dominant genetics. Plants can reach up to 5 feet tall, which is certainly hovering around heights you’d expect from sativa plants. If you’re going to grow this strain inside, make sure to employ some kind of plant training technique. Low-stress training can be a good choice, and topping is another great way to turn height into horizontal space with multiple colas.
Apple Fritter likes to take its time when flowering. If you’re using an indoor garden, you can expect your plants to be fully mature by week nine of flowering. If you’re growing outside, harvest in October (or before you get your first freeze). Growing Apple Fritter indoors will yield about 13 ounces per square meter of canopy. If you’re growing outdoors, the supercharged energy of the sun can help each plant yield about 15 ounces.
Shop for Apple Fritter and More at Exclusive Dispensaries
Although the Apple Fritter strain is a fairly rare one, there are several places in Michigan where you can find it. You can pick up Apple Fritter flower, pre-rolls, and vape carts at your local Exclusive dispensary. Our customers cannot get enough of the Terpene Tanks Apple Fritter Live Resin vape cartridge or, for ultimate convenience, The 8th by White Boy Rick All-in-One disposable vape.
Check out our locations in Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Muskegon and Coldwater to explore the Apple Fritter products we currently have in stock, along with our full menu of Michigan’s best cannabis. We look forward to seeing you!
