Gary Sherbet is built around one clear idea: layer Sherbet genetics again and again to deepen the terpene profile while keeping the strength and structure of Gary Payton. Fast Buds started with Gary Payton (Cookies Seed Bank) crossed into Sunset Sherbet, which rounded out its profile and added a creamy character.
That base was then crossed with Sherbanger (Sunset Sherbet x Headbanger) from Boston Roots Seed Co., which reinforces the Sherbet direction and adds a subtle fuel edge. Every line was worked from seed in large in-house selections, and only the plants that most closely matched Fast Buds’ targets for vigor, structure and terpenes made it into the final cross.
The outcome is a 50% indica / 50% sativa feminized photoperiod with up to 34% THC, the same terpene backbone running through several generations, and the frame to carry heavy harvests.
Growing Gary Sherbet
Gary Payton’s influence shows in the garden: strong growth, solid branching and reliable flower production. Gary Sherbet sits in the XXL size class at 135-180 cm (53-71 in), so top it in veg and spread the branches with LST or a SCROG net to build an even canopy of colas.
After the flip to 12/12, expect 9-10 weeks of flowering. Fast Buds lists indoor yields of 550-700 g/m² (1.8-2.3 oz/ft²) and outdoor harvests of up to 1,200 g (42 oz) per plant. It works indoors, outdoors, in greenhouses and under mixed light. The dense, well-formed buds need good airflow during the last weeks.
Flavor and Effects
The Sherbet side boosts resin production and pushes the aroma deeper. Fast Buds lists the taste as cream, dough and spice. The profile builds over time instead of hitting all at once: creamy dessert notes first, then sweet citrus, then a sharper gassy finish that lingers.
The buds are coated in thick, dripping trichomes, so the trim is worth saving for extraction. With up to 34% THC, Gary Sherbet hits hard, bringing a strong full-body impact paired with real mental intensity. It is a strain for experienced consumers, and a little goes a long way.
Gary Sherbet is less about mixing unrelated traits and more about doubling down on one genetic direction. That focus shows in the garden and in the jar: a line with serious output, strong structure and a terpene profile with real depth.
Gary Sherbet Characteristics
| Strain type | Feminized photoperiod |
| Genetics | (Gary Payton x Sunset Sherbet) x Sherbanger |
| Indica/Sativa | 50% Indica / 50% Sativa |
| THC | Up to 34% |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Effect | Strong full-body impact with mental intensity |
| Flavor | Cream, dough, spice, sweet citrus, gas |
| Indoor yield | 550-700 g/m² (1.8-2.3 oz/ft²) |
| Outdoor yield | Up to 1,200 g/plant (42 oz/plant) |
| Flowering time | 9-10 weeks |
| Height | 135-180 cm (53-71 in), XXL size class |
| Best cultivation technique | Topping, LST and SCROG |
FAQ
What are the genetics of Gary Sherbet?
Gary Payton (Cookies Seed Bank) crossed with Sunset Sherbet, then crossed with Sherbanger (Sunset Sherbet x Headbanger) from Boston Roots Seed Co.
How strong is Gary Sherbet?
Fast Buds lists THC at up to 34%, with a strong full-body impact and mental intensity.
What does Gary Sherbet taste like?
Creamy dessert and dough notes, sweet citrus and a sharper gassy finish that builds over time.
How long does Gary Sherbet take to flower?
Around 9-10 weeks after switching to 12/12.
How much does Gary Sherbet yield?
Indoors, 550-700 g/m² (1.8-2.3 oz/ft²). Outdoors, up to 1,200 g (42 oz) per plant.
How tall does Gary Sherbet grow?
Plants reach 135-180 cm (53-71 in). Topping and canopy training help manage height indoors.
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