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Citronella
Citronella doesn’t ease into the room; it kicks the door open with fresh lemon zest, pungent skunk, and a blast of gas. This sativa crosses Grape Pie #12 with Gorilla Diesel #21, though its original breeder has not been confirmed. The genetics now circulate through Phylos Bioscience as production-ready seed, carrying a citrus-heavy profile sharpened by funky herbal undertones. The flavor comes through in layers, hitting bright and lemony up front before turning skunky, earthy, and fuel-heavy on the finish.
The high keeps the same lively attitude. Smokers describe an upbeat, sociable rush that can turn downright giggly, making Citronella a natural fit for afternoon hangs, creative sessions, or any occasion that could use a little more spark. A gentle wave of physical relaxation eventually rounds off the cerebral energy without pinning anyone to the couch. In the garden, Citronella grows into a bushy, manageable plant with strong lateral branches built to carry heavy colas packed with dense flowers.
Note: Don’t confuse Citronella with PEV Seeds Bank’s Citronella Sky. That separately named cultivar crosses Amnesia Lemon with Big Bud and carries a completely different genetic lineage and breeder claim.
Citronella is a moderate-difficulty strain that stays compact at 3–5 feet indoors, making it a good fit for growers with limited vertical space who don't mind managing lateral spread. Outdoors, it stretches to around 5 feet and thrives in warm Mediterranean climates with temperatures between 68–80°F. The dense bud structure means you'll want to keep humidity around 40–50% during flowering to avoid mold tucking into those resinous colas. This strain rewards a bit of experience with topping and low-stress training, and growers often report yields of 250–400 g/m² indoors when conditions stay dialed in across its 7–8 week flowering window.
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