Rooibaard by Madcap Genetics
A sativa-leaning cross of South Africa Sativa, Rooibaard — released by Madcap Genetics — shows up in a lot of tents for good reason. Indoors it typically finishes flowering in around 68 days after the flip to 12/12. The environment targets below are the same stage-by-stage bands the Cultivar journal grades real Rooibaard grows against.
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| Breeder | Madcap Genetics |
|---|---|
| Type | sativa |
| Flowering time | ±68 days |
| Environment | Greenhouse |
| Lineage | South Africa Sativa |
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Growing Rooibaard: what to expect
As a sativa-leaning plant, plan for a big stretch after the flip (often 100–200%) — flip earlier than feels natural and keep training options ready. Sativa-leaning plants also generally prefer a lighter feed than heavy indicas. Growers familiar with South Africa Sativa 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.
Rooibaard FAQ
How long does Rooibaard take to flower?
Rooibaard typically flowers in around 68 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is Rooibaard an indica or a sativa?
Rooibaard is listed as sativa.
What are the parents of Rooibaard?
Rooibaard was bred from South Africa Sativa by Madcap Genetics.
What environment does Rooibaard 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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