Gary Payton by Mavericks Genetics

Gary Payton by Mavericks Genetics is a feminized hybrid from The Y x Snowman, and it is one of the strongest cultivars in the catalog, rated at 32 ± 2% THC. Its dense, compact buds are wrapped in large, glistening trichome heads, and the sweet gas aroma is deep and refined rather than harsh.

The plant leans slightly toward the Indica side, about 55% Indica and 45% Sativa, and finishes with white-green colas that look frosted from top to bottom. Resin production is the headline: total terpenes reach 3.00%, and the breeder lists a dry extraction ratio of 100:12 kg.

Mavericks Genetics credits Gary Payton with 18 national cannabis competition wins. In the garden it backs up that reputation with breeder figures of around 600 g/m² indoors and up to 800 g per plant outdoors, all in an 8-9 week flowering window.

For extract makers, connoisseurs and growers who want high potency with a smooth, gassy profile, Gary Payton seeds are a premium option with a 99% feminization rate.

The Y x Snowman: Gary Payton Genetics

The Y is a selection valued for its pungent, savory and fuel-tinged terpenes, while Snowman carries Cookies-family heritage, compact structure and a heavy trichome coat. Together they create a balanced hybrid with exceptional resin density.

The 55% Indica / 45% Sativa split gives Gary Payton a medium frame with sturdy branches and moderate stretch. Buds form tight and round, ideal for growers who want weight in every top.

Sweet Gas Aroma, Smooth Flavor, Heavyweight Effect

The breeder describes the aroma as sweet gas. A sugary, candy-like top note sits on a dense fuel base, and grinding the buds releases a sharper, savory edge without turning harsh.

The flavor is smooth and full-bodied. The inhale is sweet and creamy, and the exhale brings a clean gassy finish that lingers. The 3.00% terpene content keeps the profile intense even after a long dry.

With THC at 32 ± 2%, Gary Payton is powerful and long-lasting. The effect is balanced, with a bright, focused lift at the front and steady body relaxation building underneath. It is a strain for experienced consumers who can handle a very high THC level.

Growing Gary Payton Indoors

Indoors, Gary Payton is a manageable plant that rewards topping and LST. An even canopy under a SCROG net makes the most of its dense tops. Flowering takes around 8-9 weeks, and the breeder lists an indoor yield of about 600 g/m² (1.97 oz/ft²).

Run strong lighting and steady environmental control, especially low humidity and good air exchange in the final three weeks. Harvesting when most trichomes have turned cloudy preserves the sweet gas character and the high resin content for extraction.

Growing Gary Payton Outdoors

Outdoors, Gary Payton grows well in a warm, sunny climate. The breeder reports up to 800 g per plant (28.2 oz/plant) with a harvest around the middle of October in the Northern Hemisphere.

Choose a site with full sun and good airflow, feed generously during veg and keep the canopy open with some pruning. Compact, resinous colas benefit from stakes or a trellis and regular checks once autumn nights cool down.

Gary Payton Characteristics

Strain type	Feminized
Genetics	The Y x Snowman
Indica/Sativa	55% Indica / 45% Sativa
THC	32 ± 2%
Effect	Powerful, balanced, long-lasting
Aroma/Flavor	Sweet gas
Indoor yield	600 g/m² (1.97 oz/ft²)
Outdoor yield	800 g/plant (28.2 oz/plant)
Flowering time	8-9 weeks
Outdoor harvest	Mid-October
Cola color	White and green tones
Terpenes (total %)	3.00%
Extraction yield	100:12 kg (about 12% of dry weight)
Feminization rate	99%
Best cultivation technique	Topping, LST and SCROG

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