Sensi Star

This mysterious indica hybrid, ready to envelop you in her relaxing smoke, is one of the most awarded strains in the history of cannabis culture. Decorated with 15 awards since her debut in 1995, she remains a favorite among industry veterans as well as new cannabis connoisseurs who value excellence in quality.

Genetics and Characteristics

Sensi Star is a feminized photoperiod indica-dominant (80/20) hybrid of a mysterious origin, first bred by the Dutch seed bank known as Paradise Seeds. Despite the lack of reliable data on the parental strains, Sensi Star's genetic profile clearly shows the influence of Afghan indica crossed with a representative of the Skunk lineage. Low, sturdy bushes with a typical indica structure are a perfect option for indoor cultivation using methods like Sea of Green (SoG) or Screen of Green (ScrOG), where the strain's yield easily exceeds the stated 400 g/m² (14 oz) followed by 8-9 weeks of flowering. Outdoors, this strain is typically ready for harvest in early October, yielding 450-600 g (16-21 oz) per plant. The firm, dark-green, pyramidal buds are covered in thick trichomes, indicating the strain's high potential for producing concentrates and cannabis-infused edibles.

Flavor and Aroma

At flowering, the fresh aroma of peppermint and pine, with a subtle earthy undertone, easily fills the grow space. As harvest approaches, delicate notes of sour-sweet citrus, sandalwood, spices, and herbs gently emerge from this background, and after curing, all the components blend together to create a true organoleptic masterpiece that intensifies upon consumption.

Recreational and Medicinal Use

With a solid THC content of 18-20% and indica dominance, Sensi Star can easily couch-lock even experienced users who dare to be fooled by a brief burst of sativa energy. The cerebral buzz soon turns into a deep and warm body stone capable of quickly relieving chronic pain, inflammation, insomnia and anxiety, bringing a sense of total relaxation, happiness, and enjoyment of the present moment. A reliable aid to unwinding, this strain can be used at any time of day, but the best moment to enjoy Sensi Star is late afternoon or evening.

Cultivation

Outdoors, this strain thrives in warm, temperate climates with plenty of sunlight. Beginners can successfully grow Sensi Star in a nutrient-rich soil with the addition of vermiculite, perlite, trichoderma or mycorrhiza using organic fertilizers, which will greatly enhance the flavor and aroma of the buds. During the vegetative stage, create a low-profile plant (more horizontal than vertical) using techniques like LST, topping and bending. When transitioning to the flowering stage, use ScrOG trellises or supports to prevent branches from breaking under the weight of massive flowers.

The best choice of light for up to two plants will be full-spectrum LED lamps with a power output of 150-240W. Adequate ventilation and airflow will keep the relative humidity within the optimum range and reduce the risk of fungal disease, especially during the flowering stage. When using mineral fertilizers and boosters, be sure to perform a root flush 1-2 weeks before harvest.

FAQ

What is the height of a mature plant?

Indoors – up to 130 cm (51 inches); outdoors – up to 180 cm (71 inches).

What is the primary terpene profile?

Caryophyllene, camphene, and terpinolene.

What is the lighting regime for indoor cultivation?

During the seedling stage – 20/4. After the first true leaves appear – 18/6; at the transition to the flowering stage – 12/12.