Platinum Kush comes from a possible lineage of Master Kush and an original Afghani strain. Its breeder is kept secret, and the scent it exudes is a sweet, pungent smell reminiscent of fruit and a sweet, earthy taste. This bud has a serious bag appeal with vivid purple leaves. Its medium to large-sized cone-shaped nugs has purple hues and bright tangerine hairs coated with shiny trichomes in abundant numbers. Platinum Kush is regularly stocked at West Coast and Denver dispensaries. It bagged first place prize for best hydro strain in the 1994 High Times Cup earning distinction and fans as well.
Flavor and Effects of Platinum Kush
Platinum Kush is a flavorful concoction of earthy sweetness mixed with a fresh shock of pine and the notes of grape and berries. It is a pungent smoke from the very start.
Its creeping cerebral high delivers euphoria, happiness, creativity, and mental clarity. Its potent but mellow body high will keep you relaxed and calm with an urge to eat lots of food. It will drift you off to a peaceful sleep. Thus, it is best used evening to nighttime cannabis.
Medical Benefits of Platinum Kush
Platinum Kush has properties similar to an analgesic, anxiolytic, anti-depressant, relaxant, and appetite booster.
Its potent indica and subtle sativa effects make Platinum Kush beneficial to those people who suffer from ADD/ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, depression, headaches, inflammation, insomnia, loss of appetite, migraines, and stress.
Negative Effects of Platinum Kush.
Rarely, greening out may occur. This is characterized by anxiety, dizzy spells, and worse, paranoia. This is due to the overconsumption of the strain; therefore, moderation is advised.
Dehydration is an unavoidable reaction to marijuana. A parched mouth and dry eyes will cause some inconvenience. It is best to drink a lot of water before and during the smoke. To remedy this, buy an artificial tear drop and keep it in handy.
Growing Platinum Kush
Aspirant novice and experienced growers can enjoy this plant as it is easy to manage. It loves a humid, Mediterranean-like outdoor climate. It should be planted away from frost. Moreover, this bud’s indica background suggests that it grows short, squat plants, and a relatively brief flowering time. Trimming and pruning are required to reduce the thick foliage so that air and light can better circulate the plant.
When grown indoors, it can take an average of about 8 to 9 weeks to flower and be ready for a bountiful harvest. With high yields averaging at 18 ounces of fresh bud per square meter planted, growers will surely be delighted. Outdoors, it can be expected to yield an average of about 14 ounces of dense bud per plant. Platinum Kush can be anticipated to be ready for harvest in late September to early October.
