Apples n Bananas by Mavericks Genetics

Apples n Bananas by Mavericks Genetics is a feminized, balanced hybrid from a layered lineage: ((Platinum Cookies x GDP) x Blue Power) x Gelatti. Rated at 30 ± 2% THC, it pairs dense green-and-purple buds with a fruit-forward aroma of ripe orchard fruit and creamy sweetness.

Each flower is coated with shimmering trichomes, and total terpenes come in at 2.70%. The breeder’s spec sheet also notes a sour and fuel character that sits beneath the fruit, giving the profile real depth.

Mavericks Genetics reports that Apples n Bananas has won 18 national cannabis competitions. It flowers in 8-9 weeks, with breeder figures of around 500 g/m² indoors and up to 700 g per plant outdoors.

With a 99% feminization rate and a dry extraction ratio of 100:12 kg, Apples n Bananas seeds suit growers looking for a distinctive, flavorful strain with high potency.

Platinum Cookies, GDP, Blue Power and Gelatti: The Lineage

The base cross of Platinum Cookies and Granddaddy Purple brings Cookies-style frost, purple coloration and a sturdy Indica structure. Blue Power was added to that line for extra vigor and fruit, and the result was then crossed with Gelatti, a Gelato-family cultivar known for creamy, sweet terpenes and heavy resin.

The final hybrid sits at 50% Indica and 50% Sativa. Plants are medium in size with balanced branching, and the green and purple coloration becomes more pronounced as the flowers ripen.

Apples, Bananas and Fuel: Aroma, Flavor and Effect

The aroma lives up to the name, with ripe apple and banana notes over a sweet, creamy base. Underneath, the breeder lists a sour and fuel character that adds a sharper edge after grinding.

The flavor is smooth and sweet, with fruit on the inhale and a creamy finish that lingers on the palate, while a faint sour fuel note keeps it from feeling one-dimensional.

The effect is euphoric and uplifting at the start, settling into a relaxed body feel as the session continues. At 30 ± 2% THC, Apples n Bananas is strong, so careful dosing is advised for occasional consumers.

Growing Apples n Bananas Indoors

Indoors, Apples n Bananas responds well to topping and LST, with a SCROG net helping manage its stretch after the flip. The breeder lists about 500 g/m² (1.64 oz/ft²) after 8-9 weeks of flowering.

Maintain good airflow and moderate humidity, especially in the last weeks when the buds pack on density. Cooler nights near harvest can enhance the purple tones.

Growing Apples n Bananas Outdoors

Outdoors, Apples n Bananas performs well in a warm, sunny site, with the breeder listing up to 700 g per plant (24.7 oz/plant). Harvest arrives around the middle of October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Plant in rich, well-drained soil, prune lightly to keep air moving through the canopy and provide support for heavy branches as the flowers develop.

Apples n Bananas Characteristics

Strain type	Feminized
Genetics	((Platinum Cookies x GDP) x Blue Power) x Gelatti
Indica/Sativa	50% Indica / 50% Sativa
THC	30 ± 2%
Effect	Euphoric, uplifting, relaxing
Aroma/Flavor	Apple, banana, creamy sweetness, sour fuel
Indoor yield	500 g/m² (1.64 oz/ft²)
Outdoor yield	700 g/plant (24.7 oz/plant)
Flowering time	8-9 weeks
Outdoor harvest	Mid-October
Cola color	Green and purple tones
Terpenes (total %)	2.70%
Extraction yield	100:12 kg (about 12% of dry weight)
Feminization rate	99%
Best cultivation technique	Topping, LST and SCROG

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