Black Velvet by Vanc. Island SC
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Black Velvet, from breeder Vanc. Island SC, is an indica-leaning strain descended from The Black × Burmese. Indoors it typically finishes flowering in around 53 days after the flip to 12/12. The environment targets below are the same stage-by-stage bands the Cultivar journal grades real Black Velvet grows against.
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| Breeder | Vanc. Island SC |
|---|---|
| Type | indica/sativa |
| Flowering time | ±53 days |
| Environment | Outdoors |
| Lineage | The Black × Burmese |
| Descendants | Smut, BC Black Velvet |
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Growing Black Velvet: what to expect
As an indica-leaning plant, expect a modest stretch after the flip (roughly 50–100%) and dense bud structure — which makes late-flower humidity discipline the main risk: keep RH in the 40s once buds fatten to stay ahead of mold. Growers familiar with The Black or Burmese will recognize much of its behavior. Whatever the listing says, the cut in YOUR tent is the ground truth: log feedings, readings, and photos, and let the trends — not the label — drive decisions.
Black Velvet FAQ
How long does Black Velvet take to flower?
Black Velvet typically flowers in around 53 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is Black Velvet an indica or a sativa?
Black Velvet is listed as indica/sativa.
What are the parents of Black Velvet?
Black Velvet was bred from The Black × Burmese by Vanc. Island SC.
What environment does Black Velvet like?
Standard cannabis bands work well: VPD 0.8–1.1 kPa in veg and 1.0–1.4 kPa in flower, with humidity stepping down from 65–75% as a seedling to 40–50% in late flower. See the stage-by-stage table on this page.
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