White Russian by Brothers Grimm
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White Russian lands on the indica-leaning side of the spectrum, Brothers Grimm's take on the AK47 × White Widow line. Indoors it typically finishes flowering in around 53 days after the flip to 12/12. The environment targets below are the same stage-by-stage bands the Cultivar journal grades real White Russian grows against.
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| Breeder | Brothers Grimm |
|---|---|
| Type | indica/sativa |
| Flowering time | ±53 days |
| Environment | Indoors |
| Lineage | AK47 × White Widow |
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Growing White Russian: 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 AK47 or White Widow 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.
White Russian FAQ
How long does White Russian take to flower?
White Russian typically flowers in around 53 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is White Russian an indica or a sativa?
White Russian is listed as indica/sativa.
What are the parents of White Russian?
White Russian was bred from AK47 × White Widow by Brothers Grimm.
What environment does White Russian 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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