Buying seeds of a strain you have never tried always involves a little guesswork. One reliable signal is recognition from people who judge cannabis for a living, and El Patron has it: the strain took first place for Common Weed Cultured in Soil at the Highlife Cup, awarded by a panel of cannabis experts.
Royal Queen Seeds bred El Patron by crossing AMG (Amnesia Mac Ganja), a sativa-dominant hybrid known for stimulating effects, with Shiva, an indica with a spicy cardamom streak. The result is a 60% sativa / 40% indica feminized photoperiod with THC up to 22%.
Indoors, El Patron reaches 3 to 4 feet (90–120 cm) and yields 16 to 18 oz/m² (455–510 g/m²) after 60 to 65 days of bloom. Outdoors she grows to 5 to 7 feet (150–210 cm) and can produce 19 to 21 oz/plant (540–595 g/plant), ready in late October.
Effect, Flavor and Aroma of El Patron
Some smokers live for a sativa buzz, others for an indica body high. El Patron sits in the sweet spot between the two. The first wave is cerebral: alert, energized and full of creative sparks. Over time it eases into a soothing, stoned body feeling that invites reflection and contemplation.
That progression makes El Patron unusually flexible. It works as a social strain for gatherings and as a companion for solo moments of quiet thinking. Royal Queen Seeds rates the effect as powerful, so pace yourself until you know how it lands.
Flavor-wise, expect herbal notes with a peppery bite, a nod to Shiva’s spicy side, with hints of citrus and kush in the aroma. Cannabis cooks appreciate how these potent flavors carry into butter and oil for cakes, brownies and other sweet recipes.
Growing El Patron Seeds
El Patron is not a fussy plant. She grows well indoors and outdoors and adapts to many setups and growing media. The indica side shapes her structure: relatively short with plenty of lateral growth, which can turn bushy if left alone.
To tame that wild streak and even out the canopy, top early and follow with LST. A SCROG net is a natural fit indoors, spreading side branches into a flat, productive layer. Bloom takes about 8.5 to 9.5 weeks. Outdoors, Royal Queen Seeds rates her for long summers, with harvest in late October, so a warm, dry autumn helps her finish cleanly.
El Patron Characteristics
| Strain type | Feminized photoperiod |
| Genetics | AMG (Amnesia Mac Ganja) x Shiva |
| Indica/Sativa | 40% Indica / 60% Sativa |
| THC | Up to 22% |
| CBD | Low |
| Effect | Powerful, stoned |
| Flavor | Herbal, pepper |
| Indoor yield | 16 to 18 oz/m² (455–510 g/m²) |
| Outdoor yield | 19 to 21 oz/plant (540–595 g/plant) |
| Flowering time | 60–65 days (about 8.5–9.5 weeks) |
| Outdoor harvest | Late October |
| Height | Indoors 3 to 4 feet (90–120 cm); outdoors 5 to 7 feet (150–210 cm) |
| Climate | Suited to regions with long summers |
| Best cultivation technique | Topping, LST and SCROG |
FAQ
Has El Patron won any awards?
Yes. It won first place in the Common Weed Cultured in Soil category at the Highlife Cup.
What are the parents of El Patron?
AMG (Amnesia Mac Ganja) and Shiva. The cross is 60% sativa and 40% indica.
What kind of high does El Patron give?
With up to 22% THC, it starts alert and creative, then settles into a calm, stoned body feeling.
What does El Patron taste like?
Herbal and peppery, with hints of citrus and kush in the aroma.
How should I train El Patron?
She grows short with lots of side branching, so topping, LST and a SCROG net help create an even canopy.
When is El Patron ready to harvest?
Bloom lasts 60 to 65 days indoors. Outdoor plants finish in late October.
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