Jelly Cake is a connoisseur’s dessert strain. Barney’s Farm crossed Biscotti with Sunset Sherbet to create this 80% Indica / 20% Sativa feminized hybrid, rated at up to 27% THC, with a jelly, kiwi and creamy vanilla profile.
It grows into a manageable plant with sturdy branches and dense buds of deep emerald, sometimes flecked with violet, all under a generous coat of trichomes.
Indoors, plants reach 100–120 cm (39–47 in) and produce 400–500 g/m² (1.31–1.64 oz/ft²) in 56–63 days. Outdoors, they grow to 180–220 cm (71–87 in) and can yield up to 700 g/plant (24.7 oz/plant).
Lineage: Biscotti x Sunset Sherbet
Biscotti adds a nutty, cake-like depth and dense structure. Sunset Sherbet brings fruity sweetness and creamy smoothness. Barney’s Farm fused them into an Indica-heavy hybrid with strong bag appeal.
Its buds show deep emerald shades with occasional violet specks, amber hairs and a thick layer of crystalline trichomes. Barney’s Farm reports a terpene profile led by limonene, myrcene and caryophyllene.
Aroma, Flavor and Effect
The aroma bursts with jelly, sweet berry, candied kiwi and creamy vanilla, with hints of watermelon candy, floral rose and citrus. It smells like an old-fashioned candy store.
On the palate, creamy, fruity, sweet berry and tropical notes dominate. Sweet cream opens the flavor, followed by kiwi, berries and a nutty cake finish with a touch of vanilla.
The effect starts uplifting and euphoric, with spontaneous laughter and a social mood, before shifting into deep physical relaxation and a sleepy, heavy finish. It suits late evenings well. At up to 27% THC, it is strong.
Growing Jelly Cake Indoors and Outdoors
Indoors, Jelly Cake stays at 100–120 cm (39–47 in) and is described as forgiving. It responds well to topping, fimming, LST and strategic pruning. Light defoliation improves airflow and light penetration around its many bud sites. Flowering takes 56–63 days, with yields of 400–500 g/m² (1.31–1.64 oz/ft²).
Outdoors, it reaches 180–220 cm (71–87 in) and thrives in warm, sunny conditions. Harvest arrives in the second to third week of September in the Northern Hemisphere, with yields up to 700 g/plant (24.7 oz/plant).
Its sturdy branches hold dense flowers well, but managing the canopy evenly helps spread the light and boost both quality and yield. Jelly Cake has an extended vegetative period, so plan for it when scheduling the flip, and use that time to top and train. In late bloom, keep humidity low around the dense emerald nuggets and let the candy-shop terpenes peak before the chop.
Jelly Cake Characteristics
| Strain type | Feminized |
| Genetics | Biscotti x Sunset Sherbet |
| Indica/Sativa | 80% Indica / 20% Sativa |
| THC | Up to 27% |
| Effect | Uplifting, relaxing, euphoric, sleepy |
| Flavor | Creamy, fruity, sweet berry, tropical |
| Aroma | Jelly, sweet berry, kiwi, creamy vanilla |
| Indoor yield | 400–500 g/m² (1.31–1.64 oz/ft²) |
| Outdoor yield | Up to 700 g/plant (24.7 oz/plant) |
| Flowering time | 56–63 days |
| Outdoor harvest | 2nd–3rd week of September |
| Height | Indoor: 100–120 cm (39–47 in); outdoor: 180–220 cm (71–87 in) |
| Best cultivation technique | Topping, LST and light defoliation |
FAQ
Is Jelly Cake Indica or Sativa?
Jelly Cake is Indica-dominant: 80% Indica and 20% Sativa.
What are the parents of Jelly Cake?
Barney’s Farm bred Jelly Cake from Biscotti and Sunset Sherbet.
How long does Jelly Cake take to flower?
Indoors, about 56–63 days. Outdoors in the Northern Hemisphere, harvest comes in the second or third week of September.
How much does Jelly Cake yield?
Indoor yields reach 400–500 g/m² (1.31–1.64 oz/ft²). Outdoor plants can produce up to 700 g/plant (24.7 oz/plant).
What does Jelly Cake taste like?
Creamy, fruity, sweet berry and tropical notes, with candied kiwi and a nutty, vanilla cake finish.
Is Jelly Cake easy to grow?
Growers describe it as forgiving. It responds well to topping, fimming, LST and light defoliation, and its sturdy branches support heavy buds.
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