Turbo Diesel by MTG Seeds
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For the growers chasing that heavy, eye-watering fuel profile but sick of waiting twelve weeks for a harvest, Turbo Diesel by MTG Seeds is the real deal. MTG has been in the California medical scene since ’96, and they don't mess around with flimsy genetics. They smashed Sour Kush into the legendary Sour Diesel to create a massive-yielding, fast-acting sativa powerhouse. This isn't your typical lanky, low-yielding sour cut; MTG bred this specifically for commercial guys and medical patients who needed reliability without sacrificing that pungent, lip-smacking petrol and citrus zest flavor.
When you throw Turbo Diesel under the lights or out in the sun, she performs like a workhorse. Cultivators on THCFarmer and ICMag are always raving about her incredible lateral branching and stout, manageable frame. The buds form up like lime-green, resinous popcorn nuggets that absolutely reek of gas and earth. One of the best things about this plant is its serious resistance to mold and mildew, making it a favorite for outdoor growers dealing with tricky late-season weather. She takes a beating and keeps pushing out fat, sticky colas.
The high on this one is pure rocket fuel. It's a clean, non-sedating rush that hits you right behind the eyes, perfect for staying productive and getting things done. Because of her rock-solid stability and raw vigor, Turbo Diesel actually became the backbone for a bunch of MTG's other heavy hitters, like Orange Turbo and Cherry Diesel. If you want a sativa-dominant plant that actually yields and finishes on time, while still bringing that old-school diesel heat, this is the cut you hunt for.
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| Breeder | MTG Seeds |
|---|---|
| Type | indica/sativa |
| Flowering time | ±70 days |
| Environment | Outdoors |
| Lineage | Sour Kush × Sour Diesel |
| Descendants | Afghan Sour Kush, 101 Headband, Tru Blue, Turbo Mind Warp, Stoney Creek O.G., Prezidential Kush, C.B.Diesel, Cherry Diesel, Orange Turbo |
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Growing Turbo Diesel: 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 Sour Kush or Sour Diesel 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.
Turbo Diesel FAQ
How long does Turbo Diesel take to flower?
Turbo Diesel typically flowers in around 70 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is Turbo Diesel an indica or a sativa?
Turbo Diesel is listed as indica/sativa.
What are the parents of Turbo Diesel?
Turbo Diesel was bred from Sour Kush × Sour Diesel by MTG Seeds.
What environment does Turbo Diesel 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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