Shiva by Nirvana
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Growers reach for Shiva as an indica-leaning option, a cross of India Indica × Unknown Strain out of Nirvana. 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 Shiva grows against.
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| Breeder | Nirvana |
|---|---|
| Type | indica/sativa |
| Flowering time | ±60 days |
| Environment | Indoors |
| Lineage | India Indica × Unknown Strain |
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Growing Shiva: 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 India Indica or Unknown Strain 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.
Shiva FAQ
How long does Shiva take to flower?
Shiva 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 Shiva an indica or a sativa?
Shiva is listed as indica/sativa.
What are the parents of Shiva?
Shiva was bred from India Indica × Unknown Strain by Nirvana.
What environment does Shiva 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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