Cherry Pie
The definitive indica-dominant masterpiece crossing Grandaddy Purple with F1 Durb—famed for its sweet pastry aroma
What is Cherry Pie?
Cherry Pie (also known as Cherry Kush) is a world-renowned hybrid that stands as a pillar of modern cannabis breeding. This legendary clone-only strain was born from the heavy-hitting union of Grandaddy Purple and F1 Durb. It perfectly bridges the gap between the deep relaxation of its purple ancestry and the complex, soaring cerebral notes of the Durban Poison lineage.
The result is a connoisseur-grade flower that smells exactly like its namesake: sweet, tart cherries encased in a warm, doughy pastry. While many imitations exist, the authentic breeder cut is prized for its specific structure and unmistakable "purple bakery" terpene profile. Ensuring your start with HLVD tested negative rooted clones is essential for preserving the vigor of this iconic cultivar, which has remained a staple in top-tier dispensaries for over a decade.
Terpene Profile
The Cherry Pie strain terpenes are dominated by a sweet-and-sour fruitiness that mimics a freshly baked dessert. Beneath the primary cherry notes lies a complex layer of earthy spice and floral undertones. It is widely considered one of the most pleasant-smelling strains in existence, lacking the harsh chemical odors found in many modern gas-heavy hybrids.
Growing Cherry Pie
Cherry Pie is known for its distinctive dense, mossy green buds with deep purple hues. It is a hardy grower but requires attention to environmental triggers to bring out its full color potential. While not the tallest strain, it benefits significantly from horizontal training to maximize the number of top-tier colas.
Key Growing Tips
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Temperature ControlDrop nighttime temps in the final weeks to trigger deep purple coloration
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PruningResponds well to defoliation; ensure light reaches lower bud sites for maximum density
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AirflowBecause the buds are extremely dense, high airflow is critical to prevent mold
Cherry Pie is a "flower first" strain. While it makes excellent dry sift, it is primarily celebrated for its shelf appeal and aromatic cured flower rather than its ability to "wash" in a hash lab.
The Ultimate Flower Experience
Cherry Pie is the gold standard for top-shelf flower. Its appeal lies in its perfection across all sensory categories: it looks like a gem, smells like a bakery, and smokes with a smooth, flavorful finish that many modern high-THC "sterile" hybrids lack.
Unlike "washer" strains that are bred specifically for resin head detachment, Cherry Pie's resin is notoriously oily and sticky, making it a dream for the boutique flower market. It remains one of the most requested strains for those who prefer traditional glass pipes or joints, as the flavor persists all the way to the final puff.
Effects & Experience
The Cherry Pie strain effects are often described as "happy and comfortable." While it provides significant body relaxation, it doesn't typically result in the heavy "couch-lock" associated with pure indicas. It is a fantastic choice for social gatherings, creative brainstorming, or afternoon stress relief.
Best Clone Pairings
Looking to compliment the sweet cherry notes of this classic? These cultivars offer fantastic flavor synergy and similar growing requirements:
Frequently Asked Questions
Cherry Pie is an indica-dominant hybrid. While it inherits the physical relaxation of its Grandaddy Purple parent, the F1 Durb lineage provides enough cerebral lift to make it more versatile than a pure indica.
It means the original, authentic Cherry Pie was a specific plant selected from a seed hunt that cannot be perfectly recreated from seeds. To grow the true Cherry Pie, you must obtain a genetic "clone" (a cutting) of that original mother plant.
The resin on Cherry Pie is very "greasy" or oily. While it's potent and delicious, the trichome heads do not break off easily in ice water (the "wash" process), resulting in low yields for bubble hash. It is much better suited for high-end dry flower.
True Cherry Pie tastes like tart cherry fruit on the inhale with a distinct, sweet, toasted dough flavor on the exhale, often compared to cherry turnovers or a fruit-filled pastry.
