Ask a grower who has been around since the HPS days about Mazar and you will probably get a knowing nod. Dutch Passion built this Indica-dominant hybrid by pairing a high-quality Afghan with a hand-picked Skunk #1 phenotype, and it went on to become one of the foundation stones of modern Kush breeding, quietly sitting in the family tree of many later hybrids. This listing is the feminized photoperiod version, so every seed is bred to grow into a flowering female.
The Afghan heritage shows up as broad, dark-green fan leaves, thick stems and flowers that cure as hard as pebbles under a heavy white frost. The small dose of Skunk opens the frame just enough to stretch more than a pure Afghani, which means more bud sites, fatter colas and a bigger harvest. Dutch Passion gives Mazar an XL yield rating, with indoor averages of 400-500 g/m² (1.31-1.64 oz/ft²) and more possible for experienced growers.
Mazar also carries serious silverware: 2nd prize at the 1999 High Times Cannabis Cup, 2nd prize at the 2002 High Life Cup in the Netherlands, 1st prize at the 2008 Tipo Forte in Bologna, and Soft Secrets Magazine’s Plant of the Year in 2014. The line has roots in the 1980s, and Dutch Passion refined the genetic mix in 1997 to the version still sold today.
Expect a flowering period of about 8 weeks after the switch to 12/12. A few Skunk-leaning phenotypes ask for 9-10 weeks, but most finish on schedule, which keeps Mazar firmly in fast-flowering Indica territory.
Aroma, Flavor, and the Classic Kush Effect
Mazar smells like the old-school hash that made the Mazar-i-Sharif region famous. Earthy Afghan hash and pine lead the way, backed by hints of herbs, frankincense-style incense, citrus and, on some plants, a sweeter floral edge. Give a cured bud a squeeze and the fruity, citrus side jumps forward. On the inhale and exhale, pine and earth dominate with a light touch of fruit, the kind of flavor that instantly takes veteran smokers back a couple of decades.
That aroma ramps up quickly. From around week four of bloom the room gets pungent, so indoor growers should have fresh carbon filters in place before the flip.
The effect arrives fast, often within a few puffs, and is built for winding down. It blends head and body, but the physical side clearly wins: limbs and eyelids feel heavier, the mind settles into a contemplative, meditative groove, and the couch starts looking very inviting. Dutch Passion describes it as one of the most powerful Indicas in its catalog, and the experience can last for several hours, which makes Mazar a natural evening choice.
Growing Mazar Feminized Seeds
Mazar is about as forgiving as a photoperiod plant gets. She handles a fair amount of nutrients in both veg and bloom, adapts to soil, coco or hydro, and finishes in a stable, uniform way. The most compact Indica-type phenotypes are ideal for a Sea of Green, where a dominant main cola and fast bloom make for heavy returns. The slightly more hybrid, Skunk-leaning plants open up nicely in a SCROG. Stretch is moderate: plants keep growing for about 2-3 weeks after the flip, and short-to-medium internodes stack up long, solid colas that may need a stake or trellis late in bloom.
Climate control is the real key. Dutch Passion advises keeping the maximum temperature around 25-27 °C (77-81 °F), humidity low and air exchange strong. Excess heat can make the buds airier, and the dense flowers do not like damp air, so dehumidify in late flower to keep mold and bud rot away. Outdoors, Mazar does well in sunny, warm, dry climates; in cooler or wetter regions a greenhouse or shelter is the safer bet.
Mazar Characteristics
| Strain type | Feminized photoperiod |
| Genetics | Afghan x Skunk #1 |
| Indica/Sativa | Indica dominant |
| THC | Around 20% (very high) |
| Effect | Fast-hitting, body-dominant relaxation, contemplative headspace, long-lasting |
| Flavor | Earthy hash, pine, herbs, incense, citrus, occasional floral sweetness |
| Indoor yield | 400-500 g/m² (1.31-1.64 oz/ft²), XL rating |
| Flowering time | About 8 weeks (some phenotypes 9-10 weeks) |
| Height | Medium |
| Structure | Christmas-tree shape, thick branches, short-to-medium internodes |
| Bud appearance | Dense, all-white buds with orange pistils, golf-ball or slightly foxtailed |
| Best cultivation technique | SOG for compact phenotypes, SCROG for hybrid phenotypes |
FAQ
Is Mazar a good strain for beginners?
Yes. Mazar is robust, stable and tolerant of a fair amount of feeding, and it adapts to soil, coco and hydro. The main thing to watch is humidity in late bloom, because the dense buds dislike damp air.
How long does Mazar take to flower?
Most plants finish in about 8 weeks of 12/12. A few hybrid phenotypes with a little more Skunk influence may need 9-10 weeks.
What yield can I expect from Mazar indoors?
Dutch Passion rates Mazar XL, with average indoor yields of around 400-500 g/m² (1.31-1.64 oz/ft²). Skilled growers with a stable climate can push beyond that.
What are the genetics behind Mazar?
Mazar combines a high-quality Afghan Indica with a special Skunk #1 phenotype. The line dates back to the 1980s and the genetic mix was improved by Dutch Passion in 1997.
What does Mazar smell and taste like?
Expect earthy Afghan hash and pine, with herbs, incense and citrus in the background. Squeezed buds release more fruity citrus, while the smoke stays piney and earthy.
Which awards has Mazar won?
Mazar took 2nd prize at the 1999 High Times Cannabis Cup, 2nd at the 2002 High Life Cup, 1st at the 2008 Tipo Forte in Bologna, and the Soft Secrets Plant of the Year award in 2014.
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