Wedding Cake Strain Info & Growing Tips

This strain’s unique effects which from strong genetics combined with the name of this plant is making the Wedding Cake strain one of the most popular cannabis strains of 2020. On top of it having an incredible genetic line, its ideal for evening use to wind down with some creative inspiration or to relax after a long day at work without being sedated.

Wedding Cake Strain Lineage & Appearance

The Wedding Cake strain is created by breeding Girl Scout Cookies and the Cherry Pie strain. Both strains used to create Wedding Cake come from a landrace sativa called Durban Poison whose genetics are very present in THC levels and the strength of the Wedding Cake cannabis strain. The combination results in an indica leaning hybrid. The appearance of Wedding Cake is very similar to the GSC strain with light green to dark green and purple leaves with a lot of THC containing crystals covering it. The flower buds will also be quite dense with same colors and bright orange pistil hairs covering them.

• Girl Scout Cookies
  • Comes from a combination of the landrace sativa and OG Kush a hybrid
  • Contains very high THC and low CBD
  • Very easy to grow hybrid
  • Grows short, dense and bushy
• Cherry Pie
  • Comes from the combination of the landrace sativa and a very potent indica strain called Grand Daddy Purple
  • A potent indica leaning hybrid with medium to high THC content
  • Tastes like sweet berries and cherries
  • Has a short flowering period with medium yields

Wedding Cake Flavors & Aroma

The Wedding Cake strain tends to have flavors of earthiness combined with a slight buttery taste, a hint of vanilla and a touch of sweetness. The sweet flavors most likely come from the Cherry Pie strain and the vanilla flavor coming from genetics withing the Girl Scout Cookies strain. This might be one of the best tasting cannabis strains out there. The aroma is a combination of pepper, citrus and herbs. If the strain smells more like skunk compared to other Wedding Cake strains, it means that more of the OG Kush genetics are being expressed. Overall, Wedding Cake is a very pleasant strain in both smell and flavor.

Wedding Cake Strain Effects & Side Effects

The effects of Wedding Cake can be physically relaxing which is great for evening use. While this strain produces high THC levels it isn’t too stimulating, which would normally keep the mind alert. So the Wedding Cake strain is great for getting a ideas written out due to the creative effects while enjoying the afternoon or relaxing in the evening. The effects are more similar to the Cherry Pie strain with a different flavor.

The only notable side effects of this strain are similar to many other cannabis strains like dry mouth so be sure to have some water handy when enjoying this one. Some report dry eyes but it depends on the individual.

Wedding Cake THC & CBD Content

THC levels in the Wedding Cake strain are very high measuring up to 25% THC content. Some strain phenotypes express lower THC percentages but many will be on the higher end of the spectrum. Having both parent plants and the Wedding Cake strain itself express high levels of THC speaks to the careful selection of strains used to make this plant. Its also a great example of the stable genetics in the Durban Poison landrace strain.

CBD content (just like both parent plants) is very low measuring under 1% CBD. It does however produce around 0.50% CBG which is a precursor to both THC and CBD but is unknown what health benefits it might have.

Medical Benefits of Wedding Cake Strain

Like most cannabis strains with high THC and low CBD the medical benefits will usually be mind related combined with nerve related ailments and pain relief. These typically involve relief from stress, depression, anxiety and insomnia. High THC strains are also known for helping to stimulate appetite which may be beneficial in certain cases where eating is necessary to recover but difficult. Because the strain is an indica leaning hybrid it will also help to relax the body which may help with muscle and nerve related issues in conjunction with the benefits from the THC.

Wedding Cake Strain Terpene Profile

The terpene profile expressed by this strain is similar to both parent plants but not as strong as the GSC strain. The most present terpene in Wedding Cake cannabis is Humulene which has the earthy and spicy scent and is also present in hops.

Humulene	0.74-2.73%
Limonene	0.01-0.91%
Terpinolene	0.01-0.91%
Myrcene	0.10-0.42%
Caryophyllene	0.01-0.20%
Pinene	0.01-0.14%
Linalool	< 0.01%

How to Grow Wedding Cake Strain & Growing Tips

Due to its strong genetic lineage this cannabis plant is immune to just about everything which makes the Wedding Cake strain fairly easy to grow. Some growers report they’ve seen this strain “herming” or turning into a hermaphrodite which can happen with any strain. With cannabis plants all this means is that the buds produce cannabis seeds instead of flowers. Some strains are more susceptible to this than others but there is no evidence suggesting the genetics of this strain make it more or less common. When growing the Wedding Cake strain producing seeds by accident is easy to avoid. Here are some important Wedding Cake strain growing tips:

• Ensure that all stimuli (light, nutrients, air, water) remain consistent and don’t fluctuate too much throughout the entire growing process.
• Make sure that all other stressors (like staking, pruning and topping) are all done during the growing stage long before it gets to flowering.
• The closer any stress is to the the flowering stage of Wedding Cake, the higher the risk of producing seeds instead of flowers.
• Before & during the flowering process make sure the plant environment is as calm & “uneventful” as possible.

Since this hybrid strain leans more toward the indica side, it will often be short and strong which allows it to be grown in a variety of mediums indoors. This can range from hydroponics, aeroponics, a grow box, grow tents or good old fashioned soil. Its highly recommended that when growing the Wedding Cake strain with soil to use soil that has “mycorrhizae” in it, which is fungi. This will help you manage the growing process on a micro level.

Cannabis growers with some experience will often produce better results but when learning how to grow the Wedding Cake strain beginner growers can advance quickly. Wedding Cake is also very resistant to weather changes, viruses, mold, bacteria, insects and mildew. The 3 main growing factors would be to control the humidity, make sure the plant has plenty of air flow and proper nutrient levels are present but not overdone. The Wedding Cake strain really is simple to grow and beginner cannabis growers can catch on fast with this one.

Similar to its parent plants, it will grow to be a short to medium height strain. The Wedding Cake strain yield is 400-500 grams average of cannabis flowers per plant. The ideal climate will be similar to the Cherry Pie strain which will be warm and slightly humid.

Wedding Cake Strain Seeds

Wedding Cake cannabis seeds can be sourced from many reputable cannabis growers. Most high end cannabis genetics come from Europe where they often package them discreetly. Many of these seed suppliers ship to North America and multiple countries around the world, sometimes with free shipping and guaranteed seed germination. Wedding Cake strain seeds are fairly common and can be found at many seed suppliers like the reputable seed supplier below.