Zimbabwe by Seeds of Africa
Growers reach for Zimbabwe as a sativa-leaning option, a cross of Africa Sativa out of Seeds of Africa. Indoors it typically finishes flowering in around 91 days after the flip to 12/12. The environment targets below are the same stage-by-stage bands the Cultivar journal grades real Zimbabwe grows against.
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| Breeder | Seeds of Africa |
|---|---|
| Type | sativa |
| Flowering time | ±91 days |
| Environment | Outdoors |
| Lineage | Africa Sativa |
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Growing Zimbabwe: 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 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.
Zimbabwe FAQ
How long does Zimbabwe take to flower?
Zimbabwe typically flowers in around 91 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is Zimbabwe an indica or a sativa?
Zimbabwe is listed as sativa.
What are the parents of Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe was bred from Africa Sativa by Seeds of Africa.
What environment does Zimbabwe 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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