Cannabis Clone - Critical | Royal Queen

Critical (sometimes called Critical Mass)

Indica-Dominant Hybrid (~60–80% Indica / 20–40% Sativa)
Breeder: Originally developed by Royal Queen Seeds from a cross of Afghani landrace × heirloom Skunk; also widely available from Dinafem as Critical+ and Critical Mass from Mr. Nice.

🌿 Flavor & Aroma

Delivers a rich palette of earthy sweetness, spicy Skunk, and subtle citrus undertones. Its terpene profile often includes myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene—yielding a pungent-yet-smooth aroma with a slight sour twist.

🌱 Cultivation Profile

• Flowering Time: Very fast — around 7–8 weeks (49–60 days) indoors; ideal for short-season climates.

• Yield: Heavy. Expect ~600 g/m² indoors under high-intensity lighting; outdoors (~100 g/plant in cooler climates, much more in warmer regions).

• Plant Habits: Compact and bushy—under 1 m tall indoors with tight internodes packed full of buds; great for small spaces and canopy setups like SCROG.

• Ease of Growth: Very beginner-friendly, resilient, forgiving, and ideal for both novice and commercial growers.

⚡ Effects & Experience

Enjoy a smooth, relaxing high that starts with a gentle cerebral uplift and slowly drops into full-body calm—perfect for evening chill or stress relief without overly sedative effects.

🎯Product Description

Critical is your ticket to a fast, high-yielding, easy-to-grow experience with full-spectrum aroma and effects. This iconic indica hybrid—born from Afghan × Skunk genetics—fills grow spaces with frosty, resin-rich buds bursting with earthy sweetness, spicy skunk, and light citrus. Flowering in just 7–8 weeks, it rewards both beginners and pros with chunky harvests and a smooth, relaxing high.

Why Grow Critical?

• ✅ Flavor Profile: Earthy, sweet, citrus, with spicy/SKUNK edginess

• ✅ Effects: Uplifting then calming—ideal for quiet evenings or light therapeutic use

• ✅ Quick Flowering: 49–60 days indoors; thrives in cooler latitudes

• ✅ Yields: Massive—~600 g/m² indoors, solid outdoor potential

• ✅ Grow Style: Compact, canopy-friendly, forgiving setup

Quick Specs:

• Genotype: Indica-dominant (~60–80% Indica)

• Flower Time: 7–8 weeks indoors

• Yield: Up to 600 g/m² indoors; outdoor crop varies by climate

• Height: Generally under 1 m indoors; bushy with short internodes

🌬️ Cultivation & Consumption Tips

• Training: Ideal for SCROG, topping, or LST to maximize the tight canopy

• Vaping/Smoking: Low-mid temps bring forward earthy citrus notes; higher temps emphasize sweet-spice and skunk

• Extraction: Dense, resin-coated buds are perfect for hash or rosin

✔️ Bottom Line

Critical remains a commercial staple and home-grow favorite for a reason: fast finish, heavy yields, forgiving setup, and a reliable, flavorful high. Whether you're a new grower or a seasoned cultivator, it delivers classic indica satisfaction every harvest.