Français Outdoor growers in Quebec work with a short season. In much of the province, frost and cold, wet weather arrive between late September and October, and a plant that is still flowering then is at risk of mould and lost harvest. The most useful question to ask of any strain is when it finishes outdoors.
These ten strains from Quebec Cannabis Seeds are listed from the earliest outdoor harvest to the latest. The figures come from each strain’s product page.
Quick comparison
| Strain | Outdoor harvest | Flowering time | Outdoor yield | THC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec Early Bud | Mid-September | 50 days | Up to 450 g per plant | 20% |
| Quebec Gold Express | September | 55 to 65 days | Up to 1 kg per plant | 24% |
| Quebec Black Gold | September | 60 to 70 days | 650 to 700 g per plant | 22% |
| Critical Fast Version | September | 6 to 7 weeks | Up to 300 g per plant | 17.94% |
| Northern Lights Fast Version | September or early October | 6 to 7 weeks | Up to 450 g per plant | 15% or more |
| Quebec White | Late September | 60 to 70 days | Up to 750 g per plant | 23% |
| Fruity Pebbles 2.0 | Late September to early October | 55 to 65 days | Up to 450 g per plant | 23 to 28% |
| Fruity OG Kush | Early to mid-autumn | 7 to 9 weeks | Up to 500 g per plant | Up to 26% |
| Animal Gelato | Early to mid-October | 65 to 75 days | 700 g per plant | 24 to 27% |
| Quebec Blue | Mid-October | 8 to 10 weeks | Up to 750 g per plant | Up to 25% |
The 10 strains, from earliest to latest
1. Quebec Early Bud
A balanced hybrid from Afghani, Hashplant and Blueberry genetics, and the earliest finisher on this list. It is the safe choice where fall arrives early. Outdoor harvest: mid-September. See Quebec Early Bud feminized seeds.
2. Quebec Gold Express
A balanced 50/50 hybrid that pairs a September harvest with the heaviest outdoor yield here. Its growing difficulty is easy to moderate. Outdoor harvest: september. See Quebec Gold Express feminized seeds.
3. Quebec Black Gold
An indica-dominant strain that finishes in September with dense, heavy plants. Outdoor harvest: september. See Quebec Black Gold feminized seeds.
4. Critical Fast Version
A fast, easy, 60% indica hybrid of Afghani and Skunk genetics. Yields are smaller, but it is quick and forgiving, which suits a first outdoor grow. Outdoor harvest: september. See Critical Fast Version feminized seeds.
5. Northern Lights Fast Version
A fast, mostly indica take on a classic, with a milder strength and medium-height plants. Outdoor harvest: september or early October. See Northern Lights Fast Version feminized seeds.
6. Quebec White
A cross of OG Kush and White Widow that finishes in late September with a strong outdoor yield. Outdoor harvest: late September. See Quebec White feminized seeds.
7. Fruity Pebbles 2.0
A 55% indica hybrid with a sweet berry and tropical flavour. It is easy to grow for beginners and the plants are resilient. Outdoor harvest: late September to early October. See Fruity Pebbles 2.0 feminized seeds.
8. Fruity OG Kush
A sativa-dominant cross of Green Ribbon, Grandaddy Purps and OG Kush with a short flowering time for its type. Outdoor harvest: early to mid-autumn. See Fruity OG Kush feminized seeds.
9. Animal Gelato
A balanced 50/50 hybrid with high THC and a heavy outdoor yield. It needs a site where early October stays dry. Outdoor harvest: early to mid-October. See Animal Gelato feminized seeds.
10. Quebec Blue
A 60% sativa cross of Blue Fire and Grand Daddy Purple, and one of our best-known strains. It finishes latest on this list, so it suits southern Quebec and sheltered gardens. Outdoor harvest: mid-October. See Quebec Blue feminized seeds.
How to choose for your part of Quebec
If your fall turns cold early, stay with the strains that finish in September: Quebec Early Bud, Quebec Gold Express, Quebec Black Gold and Critical Fast Version. In milder, southern areas or a sheltered garden, the October finishers such as Animal Gelato and Quebec Blue have time to ripen.
Whatever you choose, good airflow around the plants and a sunny, well-drained spot do the most to prevent mould late in the season.
Questions and answers
Which strain finishes earliest outdoors?
Quebec Early Bud. It flowers in 50 days and is ready in mid-September.
Which strain gives the biggest outdoor yield?
Quebec Gold Express, at up to 1 kg per plant, followed by Quebec White and Quebec Blue at up to 750 g per plant.
Which strains are easiest for a first outdoor grow?
Critical Fast Version and Fruity Pebbles 2.0 are both described as easy to grow, and both finish by early October.
Can I grow a strain that finishes in mid-October?
Yes, where fall stays mild. Quebec Blue is ready in mid-October, so it is best suited to southern Quebec and sheltered sites.
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