DJ Short
Vanilluna—aka “Vanilla Moon”—is a Kush-like quasi-hybrid
named for its complex yet subtle creamy vanilla-honeyed
palate. This Oregon strain’s parents are both Blueberry in
origin. The mother was selected from the Blueberry Sativa line,
the same seed stock that produced both Blue Satellite and
Cocoa Kush. Vanilluna’s particular mother has the
characteristics of being larger, mostly green, and symmetric
with a distinct dominant main stem, compact nodes, little
variegation, and long side branches. It was crossed with DJ
Short’s Original Blueberry male, an infamous euphoric berry
strain that is an indica-dominant hybrid from Thai and Afghan
origins.
Even though both parents derive from Blueberry, the Original
Blueberry is an indica type, while the mother is a sativa type,
making Vanilluna closer to an F1 hybrid than an inbred line.
Because of their quasi-F1 status, Vanilluna plants present
interesting opportunities, making them valuable breed-stock
for collectors of high quality seeds with unique traits. There is
a broad spectrum of quality genetic diversity still contained
within, waiting to be coaxed free.
Vanilluna grows to be a medium-tall Kush-like plant with
short nodes, uniform growth, large, dark green foliage, and
thick yet sturdy hollow stems. The Vanilluna buds grow tight
and dense, elongating to form spade-shaped colas. As the
flowers take shape over their 8–9 weeks, the calyxes and bracts
become completely coated in a sheen of clear trichomes with
superior aromatics. Don’t be tempted to harvest too early; the
Vanilluna develops the more interesting oils in the very last
week of maturity. In order to optimize yields, an extended
vegetative time coupled with early topping is recommended.
They can also be run untopped in a sea of green-type system
for good production. At finish, this resinladen plant is a natural
selection for some unique, ultra-potent hash.
Vanilluna possesses flavors that are smooth and creamy with
a sweet vanilla taste and a hint of floral bouquet and sweet
melon musk. The experience is top-shelf quality, with a
comfortable entry and an enduring dreamy effect that induces
calmness and clarity. It is a good variety for relaxation and
reducing anxiety, a tasty treat for the palate, and a bubble bath
for the nerves
