Biotops/Queen Seeds
The Apollo G13 mother is a sativa from the US. Northern Light
is a 50% Afghan, 50% Thai mix combining genetics from
Holland and the US. In this cross Biotops/Queen Seeds made
their selections in Holland to produce a versatile variety that
has won awards in both indoor and outdoor cup categories in
Europe.
The Northern Light x Apollo G13 grows best outdoors in
Mediterranean climates where it will finish by mid-October if
started in mid-July. Depending on how intense the sun or
lighting is, plants that enter flowering when they are a foot tall
(30–35cm) will finish between 6–9 feet (2–3 meters). This is a
cooperative plant indoors, where it shows good resistance to
pests and maintains satisfying yields even when conditions
fluctuate. It can be grown in hydro or soil and does well in a
sea of green setup because it is a compact plant. There is little
branching, and the branching that it forms stays short. Because
of its growth pattern, Northern Light x Apollo G13 looks like a
skinny pine tree, but more importantly, forms a huge central
bud. Biotops recommends planting 12 plants per square meter
in sea of green for yields about an ounce (25–30g) per plant.
Multi-branch indoor plants may take up more space and yield
an average of just under two ounces (50g) per plant. The plants
have a short to medium gain in stretching size, and the smell is
discreet as long as the temps don’t range too high.
The Northern Light x Apollo G13 buds have a compact
structure that forms pyramids of green with a lot of resin gain
and hairs that darken to brown by maturity. The leaves vary
from slender to a more hybrid medium, and the colors are
intense to clear green depending on the fertilization routine.
One trick for big yields: this variety likes its PK, so be
generous. Hash fans will find this variety can make some primo
hash stash.
The Northern Light x Apollo G13 strain is a no-nonsense,
connoisseur strain that can be appreciated by beginners,
therapeutic smokers, and seasoned tokers alike. The smell has
a citric spice with a hazy edge, while more sweet and floral
notes come through in the flavor. The high is clear with a fast
approach. The long lasting Zen mind state extends to
relaxation in the body, with therapeutic applications for muscle
relaxation. If harvesting is prolonged until the 10th week, the
higher CBD and CBN accumulation create a stronger sedative
effect that works well for insomnia. This strain won 1st prize at
the 2005 Cannabis Champions Cup in the Outdoor category
and 2nd prize in the 2008 Highlife Cannabis Cup Barcelona in
the Hydro category.
