Mandala #1 is a good choice if you
are aiming for a quick crop with a Sativa effect. We recommend this
strain especially for northern climates where harvesting by the end of
September is a priority. This strain has two basic phenotypes
(characteristic plant types). Approximately 30% of the plants belong to
the Sativa dominant phenotype and grow in a christmas tree shape. The
leaf structure is similar to the Indica dominant pheno. Purplish leaf
stems and light red stripes along shoots are not uncommon and should
not be mistaken for a nutrient deficiency. The young flowering plants
have a perfumed woody-herbal fragrance when you rub the stems.* Despite
the Sativa dominance the buds are chunky and the plants are easy to
grow. The Indica type pheno is apparent through it's squater growth,
thick main stem, and larger leaves. Branches are shorter, growing
upwards close to the plant (perfect for SOG). The side shoots towards
the top are also short and give the head buds a more compact structure.
This pheno tends to develop a sweet-spicy smell during early flowering.
Mandala #1 flowers with a spear-shaped head bud of considerable length
that makes this a high yielder. Resin output is impressive - also in
outdoor grows. The prime head buds are coated with a thick layer of
trichomes and glisten brightly in the sun. Some plants develop
beautiful dark purple calyxes during mid-flowering: a trait which they
inherited from the New Zealand Purple Indica in the paternal line.
Harvesting is very simple since the calyx-to-leaf ratio is
predominantly high.
Indoor
One
of our breeding goals is to ensure that our strains are flexible and
stable so that plants can be raised indoor and undergo the light stress
of switching between artificial lighting and sunlight. It is therefore
possible to start your garden indoor and shift the plants outdoor for
flowering. Cloning and regenerating Mandala #1 is easy. Since this
strain has a high percentage of landrace genetics that were adapted to
growing on nutrient poor soil, the plants subsist easily in good
horticultural grade potting soil and require little feeding if any. We
recommend to provide an adequate pot size for healthy growth (see our
FAQ). Height is average and even the sativa pheno can be accomodated in
small indoor spaces if a 12/12 light period is started early. A Sea of
Green style cultivation is best with the Indica phenotype, or with
clones (rather than from seed) of both phenos. All plants are suitable
for SCROG and other forms of training.
Outdoor
This
early flowering strain shares the benefits of hardy landrace genetics
and a very resinous hybrid to produce robust plants with high bud
quality. The early flowering traits in this cross initiate bud
development quickly enough for an abundant yield in September. Even if
harsh weather circumstances require harvesting before all plants reach
full maturity, they will still deliver a satisfying amount of
resin-coated buds.
Type: sativa-indicaGenetics: S. African highland Sativa x NZ Purple Indica & N.Indian SativaCultivation: indoor/outdoorFlowering time: 55-60 days/mid Sept. (south) end of September (north)Yield: 450 gr/m2 (dry weight)High: an up-high that spreads in waves; euphoric; creative; can also be spacey and dreamy at the start.Potency: 8/10; no side-effects (racy heart, etc.); suitable for regular med users.Aroma:
properly cured buds have a natural sweet fragrance like dried apples.
The purple plants spread a delicious raspberry fragrance, with a touch
of minty freshness.*Medical use: Mandala
#1 shows potential in it’s anti-anxiety and anti-depressive effects. As
this is a new strain we will be updating further benefits once feedback
comes in from med users. 
