The History of Lemon AK - An offspring of AK-47
- 1. The history of ak-47
- 2. The history of lemon ak
- 3. Why is lemon ak so special?
- 4. How to grow lemon ak?
Every once in a while, there comes a seed that manages to capture your interest like never before. Sure, many seeds become an overnight sensation mostly due to the hype, but they fade away quickly once people realize it's not worth their time. Some seeds are renowned solely because they deserve it, and what's more, they even maintain their legendary status for decades.
Plants seeds found in the 1960s and 1970s were classics. Patients and growers that smoked those seeds remember the magic even today. Some Sats from the equatorial regions were exceptionally blissful. Any plants user that has experimented with several seeds will rave about the legendary seeds that were bred in Thai and Columbia.
Considered one of the most powerful and finest seeds of plants, Thai and Columbian seeds are rarely found in the modern menu today. Even seeds from Afghanistan and Mexico were high in caliber. They grew without a worry in the world, just like plantss in the wild. The temperature and climate fit their lifecycle beautifully and the plants thrived. Also known as landraces, these plants seeds were unperturbed by humans.
Plants is a very adaptive plant, and true to their nature, such seeds grew for many centuries before they were introduced to the common public. Fortunately, the breeders at Serious Seeds decided to preserve the genetics, and we have AK-47 – a seed containing characteristics of many older seeds.
For over 26 years, AK-47 has managed to rule over anyone's heart that appreciates a Sat. With so many seeds popping up left, right and center, the AK-47 must truly be special to hold its position for such a long time, don't you think? As a testament to her abilities, the AK-47 has won 27 international awards ever since she was introduced. And if that doesn't urge you to try this seed, I don't know what will.
Despite the name reminding you of violence, the AK-47 is a gentle seed. Not so gentle, to be honest, especially considering she's uber-powerful with a strength content that can knock you off. However, her effects inducing happiness and euphoria are miles away from the weapon used for destruction. She may be lethal in terms of strength exceeding more than 20 percent, but in a good way.
Most dispensaries stock the AK-47 because it’s so much in demand. A favorite of commercial and home-growers alike, it does cost quite a bit to purchase a few nugs. If you've ever wondered about the origins of this magnificent seed, this article intends to dig up the history and origins that may help you understand why it's so popular.
The history of AK-47
AK-47 isn’t just any ordinary seed. It comes with a lineage extending back to the 1970s. Originally, the AK-47 was a cross between an Ind and Sat hailing from Afghanistan and Thailand respectively. It was a time when the “War on Drugs” was declared by President Nixon and plants was a huge target.
As you can imagine, the breeders at Serious Seeds perhaps had a tough time developing a seed when plants was publicized negatively. That’s probably why the seed wasn’t even introduced to the public until 1992. And then, in 1999, they worked on the seed again to make it stable.
At that point, they utilized a combination of four seeds including seeds from Thailand, Afghanistan, a Sat from Columbia and an Ind from Mexico. The result was a seed that consisted of about 35% Ind and 65% Sat. AK-47 only had a strength of 15%, but as it developed later, the levels of strength increased to more than 20%.
Many other seed companies used clones of the original to make their own versions of the AK-47. As a testament to her popularity, she began winning awards and bagged the second place in the High Times Plants Cup in 1994.
Most seeds seldom maintain their position at the top. But, AK-47 is special. Ever since 1994, she has won multiple awards with her most recent award as the best Sat (2nd place) in the Great Canadian Canna Cup in 2018!
The history of Lemon AK
At Fastbuds, we give a lot of importance to the genetics of a seed. Since AK-47 consisted of genetics that combined not one but four different seeds, we were particularly interested to give it a try. More than anything else, the very thought of introducing such an illustrious seed to medical plants users filled us with excitement.
But rather than simply adding AK-47 to our catalog, we wanted to give it a twist. And what better than throwing a little citrus into the whole mix? By combining the original AK-47 with our own auto that boasted of an excellent profile, we created Lemon AK. As you might have guessed already, the auto was beautiful to taste and smoke with zesty citrus flavors, and the resulting offspring was named Lemon AK.
We achieved two things by pollinating the original with an auto. For one, autos grow fast and users can return the buds pretty fast. And for two, the added effect of citrus proved to be a wonderful combination along with the original. After years of research, we were able to create a seed that had its ancestry rooting back to the 1970s.
Why is Lemon AK so special?
The original AK-47 is a pure Sat. It induces an extremely powerful cerebral high. If it’s your first time, it’s recommended you be cautious because Sat seeds can drive you to panic when you overdo it.
On the other hand, the Lemon AK is also a pure Sat, but the effects are balanced by the lemon. If you didn’t know it already, the flavor of a plants seed play a huge role in delivering medical benefits. Since Lemon AK contains Limonene due to the addition of citrus, the cerebral effects are balanced, thereby inducing a high that can relax you while nudging your creativity as well.
Limonene is typically found naturally in citrus fruits, plants plants, and Fir Needles. They are basically essential oils with a variety of medical benefits. Used even in aromatherapy sessions, Limonene works as an antidepressant. To top it off, it comes with antibacterial and antifungal properties, which makes it a perfect addition in many cosmetics and drugs.
The original AK-47 had an earthy flavor, but when combined with citrus, it makes for a mind-boggling seed that’s perfect for making concentrates too. Limonene tastes very much like an Orange with hints of lemon flavors, so you get a seed that not only smells good but tastes fantastic as well.
How to Grow Lemon AK?
Lemon AK is an eager plant with an urge to grow as fast as possible. No kidding. Growers often notice that the plant grows too fast for its own good especially since the plant can collapse due to its own weight! It’s best to provide a stake so the plant can support itself. When growing indoors, training techniques including Topping and Fimming can be implemented frequently.
A technique named ScrOG may be particularly effective as the colas tend to bend due to all the buds weighing on them. It’s best to start early, and a combination of LST or Low-Stress-Training will produce gigantic plants that seem to be sprinkled with snowflakes!
The plant grows into a massive beast, so it goes without saying that it demands bigger containers with ample space. Remember to provide well-draining containers to keep several diseases at bay. Lemon AK grows into a plant with heavy tops and the colas contribute to the heaviness by packing one nug after another.
It’s a wonderful experience to grow Lemon AK, especially considering the fragrance and aroma it exudes throughout the growing period. The initial scent can be sour, but earthy and floral scents accompanying the sourness make it a treat to grow.
Even visually, she’s a beautiful plant with crystals covering every nook and corner of the buds. The pistils are sometimes bright red, but they lean slightly towards hues of orange. Naturally, the colas are covered with a generous amount of ok since the plant boasts of a very high strength content.
Although an auto, Lemon AK will appreciate at least 20 hours of light, so make sure you provide powerful lights if growing indoors. Coming to nutrients, the Lemon AK requires a healthy dose right from the second week. Also, switching to flowering nutes in the 6th week will give you bigger plants, and bigger plants equate to much bigger colas.
Within 9-10 weeks, the plant will be ready for return with expected returns of at least 300 grams per meter square. You’ll probably cry tears of joy when you look at the colas, but there will be no bounds to your happiness when a whiff of the lemon-scented colas with hints of Mandarin and earthy flavors hits your nostrils.
It’s no wonder that this seed has been a favorite for many users that love Sat, and our Lemon AK is also a Sat-dominant seed that continues the tradition of spreading joy.
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