The ACDC strain is one of my all time favorites. ACDC is a CBD rich, sativa dominant phenotype of the strain Cannatonic. The ACDC strain has a CBD/THC ratio around 20 to 1; meaning it has very little active THC (usually less than 1 percent) and induces no psychoactive effects (no high). It also has between 16% and 24% CBD!

ACDC Effects

If you are looking for a strain that contains a lot of CBD and very little THC, ACDC is the strain for you! ACDC provides strong analgesic abilities without psychoactive influence. Therefore this clear headed strain is great for day and night time use. It also works great for treating chronic pain and sometimes helps with migraines. In my opinion, ACDC has a euphoric impact on the body that makes you feel focused, happy, calm and at ease. Furthermore, ACDC is great against anxiety because of its low THC content. ACDC doesn’t have very many negatives in my opinion. However, it can cause dry mouth and dry eyes. 

Growing ACDC

Growers can expect a busy plant with thin feathery leaves. Buds are tight, but fluffy and covered with orange hairs. In my opinion, she looks and grows like a skunk variety with big colas. When growing ACDC, I recommend using a trellis net to support her large buds from falling over. ACDC will not be the largest plant in your garden. As with almost any CBD strain, you can harvest outdoors as early as you feel comfortable. Growers should expect longer flower times in colder conditions.

How to Grow ACDC Outdoors in Soil

I recommend starting your ACDC grow in mid June. Mid June is the best time to grow because you don’t need any additional lighting to sustain vegetative growth. Plant your ACDC plant in area that receives as much sunlight as possible. Plan on harvesting around October 1st.

If you would like to maximize your harvest, use a 65 gallon pot and premium organic soil. This combo can produce between 2 and 4 pounds of high grade cannabis when done correctly! If you don’t need that much bud or just don’t have the room for that type of plant, you can always use a smaller pot within the same time frame. Try to use at least a 30 gallon pot for a June to October grow. Any pot bigger than 65 gallons for a June to October grow is overkill in my opinion.

Total Costs for one 65 Gallon Pot Setup:

• One 65 gallon fabric pot – $15
• 5 bags of Premium Organic Soil purchased locally – $80
• Organic Hydrolized Fish & Seaweed Fertilizer – $15
• Organic Bud and Bloom booster – $15 (Start applying as soon as you notice buds)

The total startup costs for a premium 65 gallon setup is around $125! The organic soil is the most important part and each 1.5cu/ft bag should run between $13 and $18 when purchased locally. Cheap soil is a waste of time and money. Don’t bother!

Additional ACDC Strain Information

Flavors: Earthy, Woody, Pine, Lemongrass, Citrus

Effects: Energizing, Euphoria, Focus, Happy, Relaxing, Social

Lineage: MK Ultra X G13 Haze; ACDC is a sativa dominant phenotype of the strain Cannatoic

Breeder: Resin Seeds

ACDC Strain Flower Time: 8 to 10 weeks (Indoor)

Outdoor Harvest: Late September / Early October

Difficulty Growing: Medium Hard

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