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Spice Brothers - A11 (F2)
this thread is about the A11 F2s available from Spice Brothers. These guys don't seem to have a particularly good reputation on this site but coverage on other sites has been fairly positive and since these beans were pretty cheap so I thought why not? It's always nice to see if the (anti) hype is true. I have been collecting a few A11 F2s from a variety of sources in order to hopefully find some special plants to keep the line alive and well in seed form for archiving. The Spice Bros examples are the first seed type I have have been playing with, this grow i only popped 5 and had 3 grow but i have run a previous pack (8 of 10 germ) and so observations are from both and smoke report os from the selected pheno.
breeder description:
during veg all plants were fairly consistant. veg growth is quick and vigorous and veg growth pattern is definately mildly hybidised Sativa but is very controllable. leaves start a little wide but quickly become sativa thin with pronounced jagged edges. the main stem and secondary growth are very very trainable and this secondary growth comes on strong and plentiful and produce hardy and pretty quick rooting clones.
in flower i have found them a little picky in terms of soil structure and they definately seem to prefer a heavily aerated mix watered little and often rather than a heavy mix watered hard and infrequently. with a heavy mix heavily handled (clumsy me!) they can quickly start to yellow off with a bad root ball causing poor nutrient uptake. the femme that was in this position still went on and performed well regardless.
generally across the population i have found two main phenotypes show themselves in flowering. both are fairly consistant in flower structure (one slightly airier than the other) and flowering time, the main difference is in the level of stretch and the amount of useable seconday growth.
there are a few flavours represented across this line, all very sweet and all citric/fruity or soft grape based. the pheno i have kept (for now) is reported on below:
Appearance: this is great looking weed, a little airy in places but covered in well defined trichomes. the bud is pale, almost grey green in colour and due to the calyx to leaf ratio you can give it a great trim with very little effort. there were better looking, tighter phenotypes but these lacked the clout of the aroma on this one.
Aroma: the aroma of the A11 when a jar is opened is a pretty subtle but deep sour citrus smell, this smell is actually surprisingly deep after a good cure but not overpowering strong for sure. flavour and aroma is a fairly important aspect for me so i kept this type as along with the okay flower structure it had by far the best smell on the plant and in the jar. when the buds are broken up there is an apple peel aroma, sweet initially but with a heavy sour undertone. it's a very pleasant (but perhaps a little subtle for some) aroma and i catch myself breaking up a little too much just to smell some more (and smoke some more!!)
Taste: in a joint the taste is very nice, a twist of tropical! the sour apple tones are still there but there is a slight tang of a sweeter, fresher, slightly sharper flavour which a couple of people have likened to grapefruit. whatever it is i like it. it's a kind of fresh summer weed that even on a damp day can transport you somewhere exotic and sunny, even if it is in your mind!
High: the high is very definately and up there in the clouds sativa but relaxing rather than racey, very social, very little direct body load beyond the relaxation. the buzz is a very happy weed, probably good for mild anti-anxiety use. it would also be great for artists and musicians as my perception, both visual and aural seemed enhanced, the sky bluer, the clouds fluffier, the birds singing more sweetly, this is a great summer time outdoor party weed.
Medicinal Uses: My partner is a diagnosed MS sufferer and believes this strains works well (for her) to relax muscles and relieve mild spasms. we also both believe this has anti anxiety properties though neither of us can verify this as neither of us (or our social circle) suffer from a condition of this sort
I apologise for the crappy dry pics, i will endeavour to get some better ones during the day.
hope y'all high.
this thread is about the A11 F2s available from Spice Brothers. These guys don't seem to have a particularly good reputation on this site but coverage on other sites has been fairly positive and since these beans were pretty cheap so I thought why not? It's always nice to see if the (anti) hype is true. I have been collecting a few A11 F2s from a variety of sources in order to hopefully find some special plants to keep the line alive and well in seed form for archiving. The Spice Bros examples are the first seed type I have have been playing with, this grow i only popped 5 and had 3 grow but i have run a previous pack (8 of 10 germ) and so observations are from both and smoke report os from the selected pheno.
breeder description:
SpiceBrothers said:
during veg all plants were fairly consistant. veg growth is quick and vigorous and veg growth pattern is definately mildly hybidised Sativa but is very controllable. leaves start a little wide but quickly become sativa thin with pronounced jagged edges. the main stem and secondary growth are very very trainable and this secondary growth comes on strong and plentiful and produce hardy and pretty quick rooting clones.
in flower i have found them a little picky in terms of soil structure and they definately seem to prefer a heavily aerated mix watered little and often rather than a heavy mix watered hard and infrequently. with a heavy mix heavily handled (clumsy me!) they can quickly start to yellow off with a bad root ball causing poor nutrient uptake. the femme that was in this position still went on and performed well regardless.
generally across the population i have found two main phenotypes show themselves in flowering. both are fairly consistant in flower structure (one slightly airier than the other) and flowering time, the main difference is in the level of stretch and the amount of useable seconday growth.
there are a few flavours represented across this line, all very sweet and all citric/fruity or soft grape based. the pheno i have kept (for now) is reported on below:
Appearance: this is great looking weed, a little airy in places but covered in well defined trichomes. the bud is pale, almost grey green in colour and due to the calyx to leaf ratio you can give it a great trim with very little effort. there were better looking, tighter phenotypes but these lacked the clout of the aroma on this one.
Aroma: the aroma of the A11 when a jar is opened is a pretty subtle but deep sour citrus smell, this smell is actually surprisingly deep after a good cure but not overpowering strong for sure. flavour and aroma is a fairly important aspect for me so i kept this type as along with the okay flower structure it had by far the best smell on the plant and in the jar. when the buds are broken up there is an apple peel aroma, sweet initially but with a heavy sour undertone. it's a very pleasant (but perhaps a little subtle for some) aroma and i catch myself breaking up a little too much just to smell some more (and smoke some more!!)
Taste: in a joint the taste is very nice, a twist of tropical! the sour apple tones are still there but there is a slight tang of a sweeter, fresher, slightly sharper flavour which a couple of people have likened to grapefruit. whatever it is i like it. it's a kind of fresh summer weed that even on a damp day can transport you somewhere exotic and sunny, even if it is in your mind!
High: the high is very definately and up there in the clouds sativa but relaxing rather than racey, very social, very little direct body load beyond the relaxation. the buzz is a very happy weed, probably good for mild anti-anxiety use. it would also be great for artists and musicians as my perception, both visual and aural seemed enhanced, the sky bluer, the clouds fluffier, the birds singing more sweetly, this is a great summer time outdoor party weed.
Medicinal Uses: My partner is a diagnosed MS sufferer and believes this strains works well (for her) to relax muscles and relieve mild spasms. we also both believe this has anti anxiety properties though neither of us can verify this as neither of us (or our social circle) suffer from a condition of this sort
I apologise for the crappy dry pics, i will endeavour to get some better ones during the day.
hope y'all high.
and I have to agree everything you said...my Apollo11 I choose to keep is just like yours...
