Silver Back by Apothecary Genetics
A indica-leaning cross of Grape Ape × Super Silver Haze, Silver Back — released by Apothecary Genetics — shows up in a lot of tents for good reason. 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 Silver Back grows against.
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| Breeder | Apothecary Genetics |
|---|---|
| Type | indica/sativa |
| Flowering time | ±60 days |
| Environment | Outdoors |
| Lineage | Grape Ape × Super Silver Haze |
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Growing Silver Back: 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 Grape Ape or Super Silver Haze 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.
Silver Back FAQ
How long does Silver Back take to flower?
Silver Back 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 Silver Back an indica or a sativa?
Silver Back is listed as indica/sativa.
What are the parents of Silver Back?
Silver Back was bred from Grape Ape × Super Silver Haze by Apothecary Genetics.
What environment does Silver Back 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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