Northstar by Sumo Seeds
Bred by Sumo Seeds from Northern Lights × Afghani, Northstar is an indica-leaning cannabis variety. Indoors it typically finishes flowering in around 60 days after the flip to 12/12. The environment targets below are the same stage-by-stage bands the Cultivar journal grades real Northstar grows against.
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| Breeder | Sumo Seeds |
|---|---|
| Type | mostly indica |
| Flowering time | ±60 days |
| Environment | Outdoors |
| Lineage | Northern Lights × Afghani |
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Growing Northstar: 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 Northern Lights or Afghani 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.
Northstar FAQ
How long does Northstar take to flower?
Northstar typically flowers in around 60 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is Northstar an indica or a sativa?
Northstar is listed as mostly indica.
What are the parents of Northstar?
Northstar was bred from Northern Lights × Afghani by Sumo Seeds.
What environment does Northstar 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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