Melonade by Midwest Best
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Melonade is one of those modern hype strains that actually backs up every ounce of its reputation. Originally bred by Tristan Langwinski over at Midwest Best, this absolute banger is a cross between Watermelon Zkittlez and a reversed Lemon Tree #11 clone. It really blew up the scene after a collaborative pheno-hunt with Alien Labs snagged it a 1st Place Sativa trophy at the 2018 NorCal Cannabis Cup. Since then, it’s become a massive genetic building block for breeders, acting as the pollen donor for heavy hitters like Biskante and Devil Driver.
If you're popping the original regular seeds, you're hunting for that signature "watermelon lemonade" terpene profile. Growers on the forums always point out the crazy cereal milk sweetness mixed with sharp citrus and fruity melon. The buds themselves look ridiculous, pumping out neon green calyxes wrapped in fiery orange hairs and an absolute blizzard of resin. It takes about 7 to 9 weeks to finish flowering, and it performs great whether you're running a dialed-in indoor tent or pulling down units under the sun.
Even though it gets labeled as a Sativa-leaning hybrid, Melonade still packs plenty of hybrid vigor and density. The high is super euphoric and uplifting, hitting you right behind the eyes before settling into a nice creative buzz. It’s perfect for daytime smoke sessions where you actually want to get things done instead of taking a nap. Getting your hands on authentic, uncut Midwest Best stock is pretty tough these days, but if you find a verified cut, you hold onto it for dear life.
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Similar strains
| Breeder | Midwest Best |
|---|---|
| Descendants | Powerade, Devil Driver, White Linen #4, Melonatta, Fleetwood Mac, White Linen, Melon Heads, Sweet Seduction, Pulp Friction, Zk Fruit, Melonade LifeSaver |
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Growing Melonade: what to expect
As a hybrid, expect a moderate stretch after the flip (around 100%) — but watch the plant, not the label: phenotypes within Melonade can lean either direction. 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.
Melonade FAQ
Is Melonade an indica or a sativa?
The breeder doesn't specify — treat it as a hybrid and read the plant.
What environment does Melonade 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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