Strain Profile: Permanent Marker
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Permanent Marker: The Layered Candy-Gas Hybrid That Became a Defining Strain of the 2020s
Permanent Marker is widely regarded as one of the most important modern exotics of its era, a strain that brought unprecedented complexity to the candy-gas category and helped signal a shift in contemporary terpene design. Known for its dense trichome coverage, multifaceted aroma, and powerful hybrid effects, Permanent Marker has become a benchmark cultivar for breeders and consumers who prioritize depth, structure, and terpene clarity. Its flavor profile merges several of the most influential lines of the last decade, resulting in a hybrid that rose to prominence immediately upon release.
What sets Permanent Marker apart is its fully developed aromatic character. It delivers candy sweetness, floral sharpness, creamy undertones, and a firm gas backbone in a single cohesive expression — a profile that stands out in a market saturated with singular terp profiles. Its immediate popularity across traditional and regulated markets solidified its reputation as one of the defining strains of the 2020s and cemented it as a breeding cornerstone for a new generation of exotics.
Permanent Marker represents the convergence of modern genetics at their highest level: loud, layered, potent, and unmistakably contemporary.
Origins and Genetic Background
Permanent Marker was created by Seed Junky Genetics, a group responsible for some of the most dominant modern hybrids. The strain is the result of a three-way combination of highly influential parents:
This multi-parent structure draws from several core branches of the Gelato, Sherb, and Cookies families.
Biscotti Influence
Biscotti contributes the dense structure, earthy-sweet dough, and subtle dessert-funk that underpin Permanent Marker’s base layer. It enriches the strain with weight, creamy smoothness, and a deeper aromatic register that helps anchor the brighter floral and candy components.
Jealousy Influence
Jealousy provides sharp resin output, hybrid potency, and the clear candy-gas signature that defines modern exotics. Its presence is evident in Permanent Marker’s loud aroma, bold coloration, and strong, long-lasting effects. Jealousy’s influence also heightens the strain’s euphoric lift and polished intensity.
Sherb BX Influence
Sherb BX introduces sherbet creaminess, floral character, and a tangy sweetness that helps build the characteristic “marker-like” aromatic sharpness. Its role in the cross adds balance, rounding the profile with smooth fruit and soft pastel notes.
Together, these three genetic pillars create a unified hybrid that captures the most desirable traits of contemporary cannabis breeding.
Terpene and Aroma Profile
Permanent Marker is renowned for its complex, multi-dimensional terpene structure. It pushes beyond traditional candy or gas categories and blends several aromatic families into one distinctive profile.
Common terpenes include:
Limonene
Caryophyllene
Linalool
Myrcene
Humulene
These contribute to an aroma frequently described as:
Sweet tropical candy
Sharp floral incense
Clean chemical-style brightness
Creamy sherbet
Earthy bakery dough
Subtle berry sweetness
Underlying gas intensity
A “marker-like” sharp finish on the exhale
The aroma is sharp, dense, and deeply layered — a hallmark of its complex ancestry.
Cannabinoid Profile
Permanent Marker commonly tests between 22 and 30 percent THC, with slight variation depending on phenotype. CBD content remains low, similar to most contemporary designer hybrids.
Although raw THC numbers are high, the perceived strength comes from its terpene richness and hybrid synergy, which contribute to a potent, lingering experience.
Effects and Experience
Permanent Marker is a balanced hybrid with strong, full-spectrum effects. Its experience is both cerebral and physical, offering layered complexity that mirrors its terpene design.
Mental Effects
Euphoric mental lift
Deep but manageable introspection
Calm emotional clarity
Smooth, immersive focus
Gradual mental heaviness
Long-lasting mood elevation
Physical Effects
Warm, steady body relaxation
Noticeable physical weight
Persistent full-body calm
Slow-building heaviness
Relaxing chest and limb melt
A grounded, prolonged finish
Permanent Marker’s balance allows it to feel both uplifting and full-bodied, depending on user tolerance.
Phenotypes and Expressions
Permanent Marker typically displays:
Dense, heavily frosted buds
Deep purples, bright greens, and variegated hues
Thick resin glands with a glassy sheen
A bold candy-floral-gas aroma
Strong structural density and sticky texture
Phenotypic differences generally appear in aroma emphasis — some cuts lean more floral and bright, others more doughy or gas-forward — but all retain the strain’s defining layered complexity.
Descendants and Influence
Permanent Marker has quickly become a breeding favorite due to its terpene density, structure, and cultural visibility. Its genetic stability and aromatic clarity make it an ideal parent for next-generation exotics.
Prominent offspring and related projects include:
Permanent Marker × Runtz expansions
Permanent Marker × Zkittlez hybrids with intensified candy expression
Permanent Marker × OG lines emphasizing gas structure
Sherb-based remixes for enhanced creaminess
Jealousy × Marker variants exploring deeper floral sharpness
Its role in modern breeding mirrors that of Gelato and Zkittlez in earlier years, positioning it as one of the main pillars of contemporary exotic lineage.
Cultural Significance
Permanent Marker’s cultural influence has been swift and substantial. Its significance includes:
Symbolizing the evolution of modern exotic terpenes into more layered, complex expressions.
Establishing a new standard for candy-gas-floral hybrid design.
Reinforcing Seed Junky’s position as a dominant breeder in the contemporary market.
Inspiring an emerging wave of multi-lineage hybrids built around complexity rather than singular terp categories.
Becoming one of the first strains of the 2020s to achieve widespread recognition across both legacy and legal markets.
Permanent Marker is a defining cultivar of its era — a sophisticated, multi-layered hybrid that captures the direction of modern cannabis genetics and the evolving tastes of contemporary consumers.
Below are some stand out Permanent Marker cannabis seeds available at Breeders Collective cannabis seed bank:
Permanent Marker Auto by Auto Seeds is a compact, 70% Indica autoflower bred for growers who want extreme potency, rich flavour, and a fast, uncomplicated grow, delivering THC levels of up to 28% in just 8–10 weeks from germination. This feminised autoflower stays manageable at around 60–100 cm and produces dense, heavily resin-coated buds with striking bag appeal, yielding roughly 400–500 g/m² indoors. The effects are long-lasting and full-bodied, starting with a gentle uplifting mental buzz before settling into deep physical relaxation that eases stress and tension without becoming overly sedating. Its aroma and flavour profile is sweet and floral with candy-like notes and subtle earthy undertones, making it especially appealing to fans of dessert-style strains. Easy to grow, fast to finish, and highly rewarding, Permanent Marker Auto is ideal for both novice and experienced growers seeking top-shelf strength, standout terpenes, and a smooth yet powerful indica-dominant experience.
Permanent Marker by Advanced Seeds is a feminised Indica–Sativa hybrid developed for extreme potency, heavy resin production, and strong yields, delivering an exceptionally intense and long-lasting effect suited to experienced users. Flowering in around 60–65 days, this fast-finishing variety remains compact indoors at roughly 70–90 cm while producing substantial yields of 550–600 g/m², and can grow very tall outdoors with harvests ready by mid to late October. Although its exact lineage is not disclosed, it clearly draws from elite high-potency genetics, achieving THC levels reported at 30–34%. The flavour and aroma profile is rich and complex, blending sweet, earthy, pungent and subtle fruity notes, while dense, trichome-heavy buds provide excellent bag appeal. Vigorous, productive, and highly resinous, Permanent Marker stands out as a premium option for growers seeking top-tier strength and performance.
Permanent Marker by Cali Weed Seeds is a terpene-rich, indica-dominant feminised hybrid bred from Biscotti, Jealousy and Sherb Bx, offering up to 30% THC alongside dense, resin-soaked buds with striking colour and exceptional bag appeal. Flowering in around 8–10 weeks, this medium-height plant produces medium to high yields and thrives indoors with training techniques like topping or SCROG, while warm, dry outdoor conditions further enhance resin and aroma. The effects are powerful and long-lasting, beginning with euphoric, creative uplift before settling into deep physical relaxation, making it well suited to experienced users and therapeutic use. Flavour and aroma are standout features, delivering sweet, floral, candy-like notes layered with creamy sherbet, fruity tones and subtle gassy undertones, supported by a terpene profile rich in limonene, caryophyllene and linalool. With its combination of extreme potency, luxurious flavour and heavy trichome production, Permanent Marker is an elite modern hybrid ideal for connoisseurs, extract artists and growers seeking top-shelf results.
Permanent Whitemarker by Growers Choice is an ultra-potent, indica-dominant feminised hybrid bred from Permanent Marker BX1 and White Truffle, delivering extreme THC levels of around 34–35% alongside dense, resin-heavy buds and elite bag appeal. Flowering in just 8 weeks, it grows with a compact, sturdy indica structure indoors at 100–130 cm while producing exceptional yields of up to 750 g/m², and outdoors it can reach 160–220 cm with harvests of similar weight by October. The effects are powerful yet refined, beginning with a calm, euphoric cerebral lift that maintains mental clarity before settling into a deep, soothing body relaxation, making it ideal for evening use, creativity, or unwinding without mental fog. Aromas are pungent and complex, blending earthy and floral tones with strong gassy notes, while the flavour delivers creamy gas with subtle sweetness and herbal depth. With its combination of extreme potency, rich terpene expression, fast flowering and outstanding yields, Permanent Whitemarker stands out as a top-tier choice for experienced users, connoisseurs and growers seeking premium results.
Permanent Pop Rocks by Holy Smoke Seeds is a feminised hybrid bred from Purple Pop Rocks and Permanent Marker, offering a fast-flowering 8–9 week cycle and large yields of dense, trichome-heavy buds with strong visual appeal. This medium-to-tall plant produces thick, swollen flowers rich in resin and thrives indoors or outdoors with good airflow due to its dense structure. Aromas are dominated by sour candy sweetness layered with fruity, gassy diesel notes, while the flavour follows with sweet, tangy candy tones and a fuel-like finish. The effects are fast-acting and immersive, delivering a deeply relaxing, euphoric full-body stone that makes it particularly well suited to evening use or unwinding. With its combination of high resin output, bold terpene profile, strong potency and generous production, Permanent Pop Rocks stands out as a premium option for growers, flavour chasers and extract enthusiasts alike.
Permanent Jealousy by Holy Smoke Seeds is a fast-flowering feminised hybrid created from Permanent Marker crossed with Jealousy and Zoap, delivering a luxurious, long-lasting stone with deeply relaxing yet blissful effects that keep users coming back for more. Flowering in just 7–8 weeks indoors or outdoors, this medium-sized plant produces dense, resin-coated buds with strong bag appeal and medium to large yields, making it ideal for both personal and commercial grows. The aroma is rich and complex, dominated by sweet, gassy and citrus-forward Z terpenes, while the flavour blends tangy candy-like Zkittlez notes with creamy, gassy undertones and subtle tropical hints. The high is immersive and satisfying, combining mental uplift with full-body relaxation, perfect for unwinding at the end of the day. With its short flowering time, heavy resin production, standout terpene profile and consistently enjoyable effects, Permanent Jealousy is a premium choice for growers, flavour lovers and connoisseurs seeking quality, speed and depth in one refined cultivar.
Strawberry Marker by Holy Smoke Seeds is a potent, flavour-rich feminised hybrid created by crossing Permanent Marker with Strawberry Cane, delivering a sharp, distinctive aroma and a deeply satisfying, long-lasting high. Flowering in just 8 weeks indoors or outdoors, this medium-to-tall plant produces large yields of dense, resin-drenched buds supported by a strong, robust frame, making it suitable for both novice and experienced growers. The terpene profile is bold and complex, combining a sharp, gassy, marker-like scent with sweet, ripe strawberry notes and subtle earthy undertones, while the flavour follows through with rich strawberry sweetness layered over fuel-like depth. The effects begin with a powerful cerebral hit that sharpens focus and creativity before melting into deep physical relaxation that can linger for hours, offering a full-bodied and immersive experience. With its fast flowering time, heavy resin production, strong structure and standout flavour, Strawberry Marker is an excellent choice for growers seeking premium-quality harvests and for connoisseurs who value intensity, longevity and unique terpene expression.
Magnetic Marker by G13 Labs is a mostly Indica feminised hybrid bred from Permanent Marker (Biscotti × Sherbert × Jealousy) crossed with Dosidos, combining dessert-like sweetness with fuel-heavy depth and strong resin production. Flowering in 8–9 weeks with an outdoor harvest in October, it grows to a medium-to-tall height and delivers generous yields of around 500–600 g/m² indoors and 700–800 g per plant outdoors. The aroma is pungent and complex, blending diesel, spicy citrus and earthy pine, while the flavour is sweet and creamy with tangy citrus, subtle funk and a lingering sharp edge. THC levels of 20–25% produce effects that begin with uplifting euphoria, creativity and focus before settling into a soothing, deeply relaxing body high, making it well suited for unwinding, stress relief or evening use. Dense, resin-coated buds, strong terpene expression and reliable performance make Magnetic Marker a rewarding choice for growers and a standout option for flavour and potency enthusiasts.
Pink Pina by Grounded Genetics is a modern feminised hybrid that blends tropical fruit intensity with creamy dessert depth and subtle gas, created from (Pineapple Fruz × Permanent Marker) crossed with Pink Limez (Lemon Tree S1 × Runtz). Flowering in 8–9 weeks, this photoperiod strain grows to a medium height with strong lateral branching and produces medium to high yields of dense, resin-rich buds with striking colouration and strong bag appeal. The aroma and flavour profile is vibrant and layered, delivering juicy pineapple and sweet tropical fruit on the inhale, followed by creamy gelato notes, citrus zest and a lingering fuel finish. Effects are well balanced, starting with an uplifting, euphoric head high that promotes creativity and positivity before easing into a smooth, calming body relaxation, making it suitable for both daytime and evening use. With vigorous resin production, exotic terpene expression and suitability for training techniques such as topping or SCROG, Pink Pina is an excellent choice for flavour chasers, extractors and collectors seeking a high-performing, fruit-forward cultivar with contemporary appeal.
Hawaiian Mist by Ziplock Seeds is a feminised exotic hybrid created by crossing (Hawaiian Rain x Permanent Marker) with Lazer Wolf, delivering a modern flavour-forward cultivar with striking visuals and balanced effects. Flowering in just 8–9 weeks, it produces medium to high yields of dense, resin-heavy buds that often develop deep purple hues, giving it outstanding bag appeal. Its terpene profile is rich and complex, blending sherbet, gelato and gassy notes with influences of Biscotti, Zkittlez and Cookies, resulting in a sweet, creamy and lingering flavour. The effects are potent yet well-rounded, offering an uplifting euphoric onset followed by a relaxing physical calm, making it suitable for both daytime enjoyment and evening unwinding. With a sturdy structure, heavy resin production and suitability for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, Hawaiian Mist is a rewarding choice for growers and collectors seeking bold terpenes, vibrant colour and contemporary genetics.
Gold Fever by Holy Smoke Seeds is a feminised photoperiod hybrid created from Gold Drops crossed with Permanent Marker, combining striking dark colouration, heavy resin production and extreme potency. Flowering in around 8 weeks, it produces large, swelling plants with extensive branching and high yields of dense, trichome-rich buds. The aroma is intensely strong and complex, blending deep dank notes with fruity sweetness, earthy kush and sharp fuel, while the flavour mirrors this with bold fruit, rich earth and gassy intensity. The effects are fast-hitting and powerful, starting with a strong cerebral rush before settling into profound full-body relaxation, making it best suited to evening use and experienced consumers. With its visual appeal, extract potential and short flowering time, Gold Fever stands out as a high-impact connoisseur strain built for strength, flavour and production.
Zake by Ripper Seeds is a premium feminised photoperiod hybrid with a 60% indica and 40% sativa balance, created from an elite blend of Permanent Marker (Biscotti x Sherb BX) x Jealousy crossed with Kmintz (Zkittlez x Kush Mints), delivering a refined, flavour-driven experience with manageable potency. Flowering in just 50–60 days indoors and ready by late September outdoors, Zake grows to a medium height and produces medium to high yields of dense, resin-rich buds that can display attractive colouration, especially in cooler conditions. Its terpene profile is rich and luxurious, combining bold creamy aromas with fruity, musky undertones, while the flavour brings layers of creamy fruit, subtle floral spice and smooth liqueur-like notes on the finish. The effects are smooth, relaxing and sociable rather than overpowering, making it ideal for everyday use, social settings or flavour-focused sessions. With its fast flowering time, designer genetics and elegant terpene expression, Zake stands out as a sophisticated modern indica-leaning hybrid built for connoisseurs who value taste, aroma and balance over sheer intensity.
Pink Giraffe by Grounded Genetics is a flavour-forward feminised photoperiod hybrid created from (Giraffe Puzzy × Permanent Marker) crossed with Pink Limez, combining modern candy, citrus and creamy dessert terpenes with balanced, resin-heavy performance. Flowering in 8–9 weeks, this medium-height plant delivers medium to high yields of dense, trichome-coated buds with standout bag appeal, often showing deep green and purple tones. Aromas and flavours are layered and exotic, blending fruity candy sweetness, lemon-lime citrus zest, creamy gelato and cookie notes with a gassy fuel finish. The effects are well balanced, offering an uplifting, euphoric and creative head high followed by a smooth, relaxing body calm, making it suitable for both social daytime use and mellow evening sessions. With strong lateral branching, good response to topping, SCROG and LST, and a terpene profile aimed squarely at flavour chasers, Pink Giraffe is a modern, dessert-style hybrid that delivers both visual impact and a refined, versatile smoking experience.
Permanent Zushi by Holy Smoke Seeds is a feminised photoperiod hybrid created from (Blue Zushi × Zoap) crossed with Permanent Marker, delivering a powerful, long-lasting stone alongside one of the most distinctive terpene profiles in the Permanent Marker line. Flowering in just 8 weeks indoors or outdoors, it produces medium-to-tall plants with large yields of dense, resin-drenched buds that shine with exceptional bag appeal and extract potential. Aromas are bold and complex, blending heavy gas and funk with sweet bubblegum and subtle blue fruit undertones, while the flavour follows through with layered gas, candy sweetness and a lingering blue-tinged exhale. The effects are deeply relaxing and full-bodied, offering a satisfying balance of physical calm and cerebral ease that makes it ideal for unwinding and evening use. Easy to manage, fast finishing and highly resinous, Permanent Zushi stands out as a premium modern hybrid built for flavour lovers, potency seekers and growers looking for a high-quality, quick-turnaround cultivar.
Grape Caviar by Holy Smoke Seeds is a feminised photoperiod hybrid bred from Bling Blaow crossed with Permanent Marker, combining extreme resin production with a bold, fruit-driven terpene profile. Flowering in 8–9 weeks indoors or outdoors, it grows into medium to tall plants that deliver very large yields of dense, vividly coloured, trichome-coated buds. Aromas and flavours are dominated by rich grape and blueberry notes with sweet, candy-like bubblegum tones and a slight tang on the exhale. The effects are intensely potent, deeply relaxing and sedative, making it especially suited to evening use and experienced consumers seeking heavy physical calm. With its striking bag appeal, heavy resin output and powerful stone, Grape Caviar stands out as a premium cultivar for flavour lovers, extractors and growers chasing high-impact results.
Pineapple Marker by Holy Smoke Seeds is a feminised photoperiod hybrid bred from Pink Pineapple crossed with Permanent Marker, delivering extremely large yields, striking pink and magenta-hued buds, and a fast-hitting, deeply potent high. Flowering in 8–9 weeks indoors or outdoors, this vigorous plant grows large with expansive branching and abundant bud sites, swelling heavily in mid to late flower as dense, resin-coated colas form. The aroma is intensely sweet and tropical, dominated by ripe pineapple layered with gassy, funky undertones, while the flavour follows through with sugary pineapple and a lingering fuel finish. Effects are powerful and immediate, combining euphoric uplift with heavy body relaxation that can quickly turn couch-locking, making it best suited to experienced users. With its bold terpene profile, massive production, and standout bag appeal, Pineapple Marker is an elite choice for growers, flavour chasers, and extractors seeking maximum impact.
Blueberry Marker by Holy Smoke Seeds is a feminised photoperiod hybrid created from Blueberry Runtz crossed with Permanent Marker, offering an intensely fruity terpene profile, fast flowering, and deeply relaxing effects. Finishing in just 8 weeks indoors or outdoors, it grows into a medium to tall, resilient plant that produces large yields of dense, dark-hued, trichome-rich buds. Aromas and flavours are dominated by bold, juicy blueberry sweetness layered with creamy notes and a rich gassy backbone, lingering long after the exhale. The effects are profoundly calming and immersive, delivering time-slowing euphoria and tranquil body relaxation that makes it ideal for evening use and unwinding after a long day. With its standout flavour, ease of cultivation, strong resin production and soothing potency, Blueberry Marker is a top-tier choice for flavour chasers, extractors, and growers seeking a reliable, high-quality hybrid.
CBD Oil Maker by PowerStrains Seeds is a feminised photoperiod strain bred specifically for high-CBD extraction, combining Early Resin Berry with the AC/DC Elektra phenotype to produce a mostly sativa plant with up to 21% CBD and just 0.8% THC. Flowering in around 9–10 weeks, it grows to roughly 100 cm indoors and up to 150 cm outdoors, forming dense, resin-rich buds that can show purple hues late in bloom. The aroma and flavour are fruity with earthy diesel and light spicy undertones, while the effects remain very mild and non-psychoactive, delivering gentle relaxation without intoxication. Easy to cultivate and highly valued by medical users and extractors, CBD Oil Maker is ideal for producing therapeutic CBD oils or enjoying a clear-headed, wellness-focused experience. Widow Maker Feminised by BSB Genetics
Widow Maker by BSB Genetics is a fast-flowering, indica-dominant hybrid created from Black Domina and Auto White Widow, delivering a compact, resin-heavy plant with THC levels of 15–20% and a flowering time of just 6–7 weeks. Reaching around 1 metre in height, it produces dense buds with bright green tones that can show dark purple or black hues, yielding up to 450 g/m² indoors and 700–800 g per plant outdoors. The effects are deeply sedative and soothing, making it ideal for evening use, stress relief, and full-body relaxation, while the flavour blends sweet blackberry notes with peppery spice and an earthy, pine-tinged aroma. Easy to grow, resilient, and quick to finish, Widow Maker is a reliable choice for growers seeking a classic, heavy-hitting indica with strong resin production and old-school character.
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