Strain Profile: Purple Punch Genetics, THC, Terpenes, Effects, Yield & More
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Purple Punch: The Sweet, Grape-Forward Indica That Defined a New Era of Dessert Strains
Purple Punch is one of the most recognizable and influential dessert indicas of the modern era. Known for its striking purple coloration, candy-sweet grape aroma, and smooth, relaxing effects, it helped pioneer the fruit-forward indica wave that would later evolve into dozens of berry, candy, and dessert hybrids. Its unmistakable terp profile and widespread popularity cemented it as a signature strain across both legacy markets and the emerging legal industry.
Purple Punch became a staple for those seeking vivid bag appeal, a consistent sweet flavor, and a calming, dreamy high. And while newer strains continue to push flavor boundaries, Purple Punch remains one of the foundational dessert indicas of the last decade.
Origins and Genetic Background
Purple Punch was created by Supernova Gardens, a breeder known for pioneering early dessert-forward indicas. The strain is a cross of:
This pairing brought together two powerhouse genetics — one known for citrus-gas freshness and the other for deep berry and grape sweetness.
Larry OG Influence
Larry OG contributes citrus brightness, mild gas, and hybrid potency. It adds structure, clarity, and a slight OG edge beneath the sweetness.
Granddaddy Purple Influence
GDP brings dark berry, grape Kool-Aid sweetness, and deep calming indica effects. It also delivers the dense purple coloration and thick resin presence that make Purple Punch so visually striking.
Together, these parents created a strain that is sweet, colorful, aromatic, and extremely approachable.
Terpene and Aroma Profile
Purple Punch is known for its dessert-level sweetness and unmistakably fruity aroma. The strain paved the way for a wave of grape and berry-focused hybrids.
Common terpenes include:
Myrcene
Caryophyllene
Pinene
Limonene
These terpenes produce an aroma often described as:
Grape candy
Blueberry muffin
Sweet berry syrup
Vanilla-laced fruit
Light citrus and floral notes
The overall effect is fruity, sweet, and soothing — a dessert profile that became massively popular in early legal markets.
Cannabinoid Profile
Purple Punch typically tests between 18 and 25 percent THC, although some expressions can climb higher. CBD presence is usually low.
The strain is not known for the intense potency of Do-Si-Dos or GMO; instead, it delivers a smooth, mellow, calming experience that remains consistent across phenotypes. Its soothing cannabinoid profile helped make it accessible to a wide range of consumers.
Effects and Experience
Purple Punch is classified as an indica-leaning hybrid with deeply relaxing, calming effects.
Mental Effects
The high often begins with a gentle, uplifting euphoria and an airy sense of mental lightness. It provides calm, clarity, and a soft mood boost.
Physical Effects
Purple Punch is best known for its soothing body-relaxing qualities. It delivers a smooth, tranquil heaviness that melts physical tension without overwhelming sedation for many users.
Typical experiences include:
Deep relaxation
Calm, serene mood
Soft, dreamy heaviness
Long-lasting, cozy body high
This approachable effect profile made Purple Punch a favorite among those seeking comfort rather than intensity.
Phenotypes and Expressions
Purple Punch is known for:
Deep purple hues
Heavy frost
Sweet grape-berry aroma
Dense, rounded bud structure
Vivid bag appeal
Some phenotypes lean more “grape candy,” while others emphasize blueberry, creamy fruit, or citrus zest. The signature look — vibrant purple with a sparkling frost — remains consistent across nearly all expressions.
Descendants and Influence
Purple Punch has been an immensely influential parent strain across multiple breeding projects. Its grape-berry sweetness and vivid coloration became foundational for dessert hybrids.
Notable descendants include:
Slurricane (Do-Si-Dos × Purple Punch)
Purple Octane
Purple Punch also created the template for many modern breeders looking to enhance sweetness, color, and approachable indica effects.
Cultural Significance
Purple Punch became one of the essential strains of the late 2010s and helped usher in a new wave of dessert indicas. Its cultural impact includes:
Bringing grape-forward terpenes back into prominence in modern breeding.
Serving as a key building block for dozens of berry, cake, and cream-oriented hybrids.
Becoming a staple in early legal markets for its flavor, visual appeal, and reliability.
Influencing the development of modern exotic aesthetics centered on deep color and heavy frost.
Demonstrating that sweet, approachable indica strains could dominate dispensary menus.
Purple Punch remains a classic — a strain that brought together beauty, sweetness, and accessibility in a way that shaped the future of dessert genetics.
Below are some stand out Purple Punch cannabis seeds varieties available at Breeders Collective cannabis seed bank:
Purple Punch Feminized by Seedstockers is an indica-dominant hybrid created from the renowned pairing of Grandaddy Purple and Larry OG, offering high THC levels in the 23–26% range alongside massive yields and a straightforward cultivation profile. Flowering in approximately 8–9 weeks, it produces dense, resinous buds that release a sweet, candy-like aroma dominated by grape juice and dark berry notes, which carry through clearly into the flavour with rich fruity sweetness. The effects are powerful yet soothing, combining an initial cerebral lift with a strong, calming body relaxation that quickly eases stress and tension, making it particularly well suited to evening use. Thanks to its robust genetics, Purple Punch Feminized performs reliably both indoors and outdoors, rewarding growers with heavy harvests and consistent quality, and while it is accessible to less experienced cultivators, it is best suited to those with at least intermediate growing experience seeking potency, flavour, and dependable production in one cohesive strain.
Purple Punch Auto by Fast Buds is an indica-dominant autoflowering hybrid bred from Purple Punch and Ruderalis, offering a fast, reliable cultivation cycle paired with strong potency, dessert-style flavour, and striking visual appeal. Completing its life cycle in around 9 weeks from seed, this 85% indica cultivar reaches heights of approximately 90–150 cm and produces impressive yields of 450–600 g/m² indoors or 60–200 g per plant outdoors, especially when given light training to optimise structure. With THC levels of up to 24%, the effects begin with a gentle, motivating cerebral lift that enhances mood and focus before easing into a soothing full-body calm that relieves stress without heavy sedation. The buds are dense, rounded, and heavily coated in trichomes, often displaying attractive purple and magenta tones, while the aroma and flavour profile leans strongly toward sweet, fruity dessert notes, evoking blueberry muffins, sweet cherry, and hints of spicy pastry layered over earthy undertones. Easy to grow, vigorous for an autoflower, and low maintenance, Purple Punch Auto is well suited to growers of all experience levels seeking a fast-finishing strain that combines flavour, potency, and consistent, high-quality results. Purple Punch Feminised by Barney's Farm
Purple Punch by Barney’s Farm is a feminised, photoperiod, 90% indica-dominant hybrid created from the classic West Coast pairing of Larry OG and Granddaddy Purple, offering a potent combination of dessert-like flavour, heavy yields, and deeply sedative effects. Flowering in just 50–60 days, it remains compact at around 90 cm indoors and up to 150 cm outdoors, yet delivers exceptional production of 600–700 g/m² indoors and an impressive 1000–2000 g per plant outdoors in favourable climates. With THC levels reaching approximately 25%, Purple Punch produces a powerful, stress-melting body high that is strongly relaxing and often sleep-inducing, making it particularly well suited to evening use. The dense, resin-rich buds are visually striking and release a warm, bakery-sweet aroma layered with fruity undertones, while the flavour profile evokes baked apple pie with clove spice, caramelised blueberry, and sweet cherry notes. Robust, reliable, and easy to cultivate, this strain performs consistently across environments and is accessible to growers of all experience levels, standing out as a highly productive, flavour-forward indica ideal for those seeking indulgent taste and profound physical relaxation. Purple Punch Auto by Barney's Farm
Purple Punch Auto by Barney’s Farm is an autoflowering, indica-dominant hybrid that captures the dessert-like charm of its namesake in a compact, fast-finishing package, created by crossing Purple Punch with Auto Critical to deliver an 80% indica profile with sweet bakery flavours and calming effects. Finishing in just 50–60 days from seed, plants stay small at around 70–80 cm, making them ideal for discreet or space-limited grows while still producing dense, resin-rich buds and yields of up to 350–400 g/m² indoors or around 400 g per plant outdoors. With THC levels around 18% and a touch of CBD, the effects are happy, euphoric, and deeply relaxing without being overwhelming, perfect for unwinding in the evening. The aroma and flavour are unmistakably indulgent, evoking warm baked apple pie with clove spice and comforting bakery sweetness, making Purple Punch Auto a reliable, flavour-forward choice for growers seeking speed, simplicity, and soothing indica vibes in one efficient autoflower. Purple Punch Feminised By 00 Seeds
Purple Punch Feminised by 00 Seeds is an indica-dominant photoperiod hybrid prized for its compact structure, heavy resin production, and richly flavoured, deeply relaxing profile. Flowering indoors completes in just 50–60 days, with outdoor plants ready for harvest in the second half of September, making it a fast and efficient option for a wide range of climates. Plants remain manageable in size, reaching around 90–110 cm indoors and 140–160 cm outdoors, while delivering generous yields of approximately 650–700 g/m² indoors and high returns outdoors exceeding 500 g per plant under favourable conditions. The dense, compact flowers often display attractive purple hues and are heavily coated in sticky resin, making the strain especially well suited to extraction. With THC levels around 22%, the effects are intensely relaxing and body-focused, ideal for unwinding and stress relief. The aroma is rich and pronounced, while the flavour combines grape and blueberry notes layered over a sweet, floral, and earthy background. Robust, adaptable, and easy to manage, Purple Punch Feminised by 00 Seeds offers a reliable cultivation experience alongside standout flavour, visual appeal, and potent indica-driven relaxation.
Purple Punch Auto by Tastebudz Genetics is a compact, indica-dominant autoflower created from the cross of Grape Ape and OG Kush Auto, offering a fast, flavour-driven cultivar with strong visual appeal and balanced effects. Completing its full cycle in just 8–9 weeks from seed, it remains discreet in size while producing dense, resin-coated buds that often develop rich purple hues, making it ideal for small spaces and low-profile grows. THC levels reach up to 20%, delivering a smooth, euphoric onset that gently transitions into a calming, physically relaxing experience without becoming overly sedative. Yields can reach up to 400 g/m² indoors and exceed 600 g per plant outdoors under favourable conditions, impressive for such a compact autoflower. The aroma and flavour are standout features, dominated by sweet grape soda and syrupy candy notes layered with tropical fruit and earthy kush undertones, creating a nostalgic and satisfying terpene profile. Easy to grow, resilient, and suitable for cultivators of all experience levels, Purple Punch Auto combines speed, colour, resin production, and bold flavour into a manageable and rewarding autoflowering strain.
Purple Punch Auto by 00 Seeds is a compact autoflowering hybrid designed for discreet cultivation and small grow spaces, offering a fast turnaround and a relaxing, flavour-rich result. Completing its cycle in around 50–60 days indoors and finishing outdoors by mid-September, this Indica–Sativa hybrid remains manageable in size while delivering solid production, with reported indoor yields ranging from approximately 400 g/m² up to 650–700 g/m² depending on conditions. THC levels reach around 19%, producing a calming, body-focused effect well suited to unwinding and stress relief. Although its exact lineage is undisclosed, Purple Punch Auto is characterised by an earthy, fruity aromatic profile featuring notes of grape, blueberry, and subtle floral tones, reflecting its dessert-style influence. Easy to maintain and quick to finish, it is an efficient option for growers seeking a low-profile autoflower that combines speed, respectable yields, and soothing effects without demanding complex cultivation techniques.
Purple Punch Autoflower by Seedstockers is an indica-dominant autoflowering hybrid created from the classic pairing of Grandaddy Purple and Larry OG, offering high THC levels of 23–26% alongside vibrant colouration, sweet flavour, and deeply relaxing effects. Completing its full life cycle in approximately 11 weeks from seed to harvest indoors, and up to around 13 weeks outdoors, this compact, squat plant develops a strong central cola supported by numerous resin-rich side buds, making it well suited to limited spaces. Yields are described as massive for an autoflower, especially when grown under extended indoor light cycles of around 20 hours per day, with some growers choosing to extend the cycle slightly to maximise bud density and enhance its sedative indica character. The buds are visually striking, often displaying deep purple and blue hues beneath a thick coating of trichomes, while the aroma and flavour profile leans heavily toward candy-like sweetness with notes of grape, blueberry, and dark fruit. The effects arrive quickly, delivering a feel-good cerebral uplift that softens into full-body relaxation, easing stress and promoting a calm, happy state that makes Purple Punch Autoflower an excellent choice for unwinding, evening use, or maintaining a positive, relaxed mood throughout the day.
Purple Punch BX by Purple Caper Seeds is a regular, indica-leaning photoperiod hybrid bred from Larry OG crossed with a backcrossed Granddaddy Purple, delivering a flavour-driven profile, striking visual appeal, and deeply calming effects. Flowering in around 9 weeks indoors and finishing outdoors in October, it grows to a medium height with strong lateral branching and a shrub-like structure that responds well to training, producing medium to high yields of dense, resin-coated buds. The flowers are notable for their rich purple coloration and heavy trichome coverage, releasing an intense dessert-style aroma of sweet grape, blueberry muffin, and candy tart that carries through into the flavour as fruity grape Kool-Aid notes with a smooth, creamy aftertaste. The effects are strongly sedative and muscle-relaxing, making this strain particularly well suited to evening use and for managing chronic pain, insomnia, stress, and nausea. Combining classic West Coast genetics with a modern terpene-forward expression, Purple Punch BX stands out as a visually beautiful, flavour-rich cultivar valued by both connoisseurs and growers seeking potent, effective, and aesthetically impressive indica-dominant flowers.
Purple Punch OG by Sweet Seeds is a feminised, indica-dominant photoperiod hybrid created from the powerful combination of Purple Punch and Star Killer, bringing together classic dessert sweetness with OG Kush depth and intensity. Flowering in just 8 weeks indoors and ready for outdoor harvest by mid-September, it grows with a compact, sturdy indica structure, forming a dominant central cola supported by strong lateral branches and producing dense, resin-soaked buds that often display striking purple and reddish hues. THC levels typically range from 18–22% with around 0.5% CBD, delivering an intense, deeply relaxing effect ideal for stress relief, unwinding, and evening use. Yields are generous and reliable, reaching approximately 400–550 g/m² indoors and 350–600 g per plant outdoors. The aroma is sweet and delicate yet complex, layered with spicy OG Kush notes and bright citrus undertones, while the flavour follows through with a refined blend of sweetness, spice, lemon zest, and earthy kush. Easy to grow, fast finishing, and exceptionally resinous, Purple Punch OG is well suited to both flower production and extractions, offering connoisseurs a visually striking, terpene-rich strain with powerful, soothing effects and classic West Coast character.
Banana Purple Punch Auto by Fast Buds is an indica-dominant, autoflowering feminised strain bred for high potency, rapid turnaround, and striking visual appeal, completing its full life cycle in just 8 weeks from seed. With THC levels reaching up to 26%, it delivers a powerful, creeping effect that begins with gentle euphoria before settling into deep, sleep-inducing body relaxation, making it especially well suited to evening use, stress relief, pain management, and rest. Plants grow to a manageable height of around 80–120 cm with a compact, bushy structure and strong branching, producing dense, trichome-heavy buds that often display vivid purple, pink, and magenta tones. Yields are generous for an autoflower, reaching approximately 450–550 g/m² indoors and 60–200 g per plant outdoors under favourable conditions. The aroma is intensely sweet and tropical, layered with candy and citrus notes, while the flavour profile combines ripe banana, strawberry, pineapple, and gummy sweets over subtle earthy undertones. Easy to grow, resilient, and highly resinous, Banana Purple Punch Auto is an excellent choice for growers of all experience levels seeking a fast-finishing, visually stunning autoflower with bold dessert flavours and a deeply relaxing, long-lasting indica effect.
Purple Punch Cookies by Original Sensible Seed Company is a high-powered, perfectly balanced hybrid that blends elite West Coast genetics from Gelato, Granddaddy Purple, and Girl Scout Cookies into a visually striking, resin-soaked cultivar with 25% THC. This feminised photoperiod strain flowers in around 65–70 days and grows to a manageable medium height while producing impressive yields of up to 600 g/m² indoors and around 700 g per plant outdoors. Its buds are dense, heavily coated in trichomes, and often display deep purple tones contrasted by bright orange pistils, giving them a frosted, premium appearance. The effects are well rounded, delivering an initial cerebral uplift and mental clarity that gradually melts into a soothing, sedative body relaxation, making it suitable for both recreational enjoyment and medicinal relief. Flavour and aroma are rich and complex, combining sweet, fruity notes with earthy incense and hash undertones that linger on the palate. Easy to grow, resilient, and highly productive, Purple Punch Cookies is an excellent choice for growers and consumers seeking strong potency, standout bag appeal, and a harmonious balance between mind and body.
Purple Punch Cookies by Original Sensible Seed Company is a high-THC, feminised hybrid that fuses elite US West Coast genetics—(Gelato × Granddaddy Purple) crossed with Girl Scout Cookies—into a perfectly balanced 50/50 Indica–Sativa experience. Flowering in around 65–70 days, this medium-height cultivar produces dense, trichome-saturated buds that can appear almost white with resin, accented by deep purple hues and bright orange pistils. With THC levels reaching 25%, the effects strike a harmonious balance between uplifting cerebral stimulation and soothing, sedative body relaxation, making it suitable for both recreational enjoyment and therapeutic use. Flavour and aroma are rich and layered, combining sweet, fruity notes with earthy incense and hash undertones that add depth and complexity. Growers can expect strong performance indoors and outdoors, with yields of up to 600 g/m² inside and around 700 g per plant outside, alongside good resilience and ease of cultivation, making Purple Punch Cookies a standout choice for those seeking potency, flavour, and balanced effects in one refined hybrid.
Purple Punch Automatic by Royal Queen Seeds is a compact, fast-finishing autoflower created by crossing Purple Punch with Old Skunk Auto, delivering a flavourful and deeply relaxing experience in a short cultivation cycle. With a total life cycle of around 10 weeks from seed to harvest and a flowering phase of roughly 7–8 weeks, this strain is well suited to both indoor and outdoor grows, especially in smaller or discreet spaces. Plants typically reach up to 100 cm indoors and around 80–120 cm outdoors, producing solid yields of approximately 350–400 g/m² indoors and up to 150 g per plant outside. THC levels sit at around 19%, resulting in effects that are predominantly physical and stoning, ideal for evening use and unwinding after a long day. The aroma and flavour profile is distinctly sweet and candy-like, combining berries and grapes with fresh, slightly tart notes that make it particularly appealing to dessert-flavour enthusiasts. Easy to grow, reliable, and rewarding, Purple Punch Automatic balances manageable size, enjoyable flavours, and soothing effects in a straightforward autoflowering package.
Purple Punch OG XL Auto by Sweet Seeds is a 5th-generation autoflowering, Indica-leaning hybrid developed as the automatic version of Purple Punch OG®, created by crossing an elite Purple Punch OG clone with Killer Kush Auto®. Finishing in just 8 weeks from germination, this compact yet productive strain reaches 60–120 cm in height and delivers generous yields of 400–500 g/m² indoors or 60–180 g per plant outdoors, making it ideal for discreet or fast-turnaround grows. With THC levels between 18–22%, it produces a deeply relaxing, calming effect perfect for unwinding, while its dense, resin-heavy buds often display striking purple and reddish hues inherited from its Granddaddy Purple lineage. The terpene profile is rich and complex, combining sweet and fruity berry notes with spicy, earthy OG Kush undertones, making it especially appealing to flavour lovers and extraction enthusiasts alike. Easy to grow, visually impressive, and highly aromatic, Purple Punch OG XL Auto is a standout autoflower that delivers premium quality, strong resin production, and soothing effects in a short life cycle.
Purple Punch x Lemon Drizzle by Barney’s Farm is a high-yielding, Indica-leaning feminised hybrid that blends the dessert-rich sweetness of Purple Punch with the sharp citrus brightness of Lemon Drizzle, resulting in a flavour-packed cultivar with both relaxing and uplifting qualities. With a 55% Indica / 45% Sativa balance and THC levels of 24–26%, it delivers dense, resin-coated buds displaying green and purple hues under heavy trichome coverage, while producing complex aromas of blueberry pie, grape candy, creamy vanilla, and sour citrus layered over earthy undertones. Flowering in 60–65 days, plants reach 100–120 cm indoors and up to 180 cm outdoors, yielding up to 650 g/m² indoors or an impressive 1500 g per plant outside, making it a strong performer for growers. The effects begin with euphoric happiness and mental uplift before easing into deep physical relaxation, maintaining a motivating, feel-good edge that suits creative daytime use or relaxed evenings, and making Purple Punch x Lemon Drizzle a standout choice for those seeking indulgent flavour, potency, and exceptional garden performance in one refined hybrid.
Purple Dosi Punch by Growers Choice is a feminised, indica-dominant F1 hybrid created by crossing Purple Punch with Dosidos, delivering dense, heavily frosted buds, candy-sweet flavours, and a soothing, body-focused high. With a genetic balance of roughly 60% indica and 40% sativa and THC levels around 24–26%, it produces compact, resin-rich flowers that can display a range of phenotypes, from deep purple hues to bright green buds coated in thick white trichomes, all offering smooth smoke and pronounced sweetness. The aroma and flavour profile leans strongly toward berries, grape candy, and sugary dessert notes, sometimes accented by subtle floral or creamy undertones, making it especially appealing to flavour-focused users. Effects begin with a gentle euphoric lift and calm mental clarity before settling into deep physical relaxation, ideal for evenings, unwinding, and stress relief without harsh sedation. Plants grow with medium-to-tall stature and strong lateral branching, reaching around 130–160 cm indoors and up to 180–220 cm outdoors, responding well to training and SCROG techniques. Flowering completes in about 9 weeks, with indoor yields of approximately 650–750 g/m² and outdoor harvests of 600–750 g per plant by late September, making Purple Dosi Punch a reliable, high-performing cultivar that balances visual appeal, rich dessert flavour, and deeply comforting effects.
Browse all Purple Punch cannabis seeds available at Breeders Collective cannabis seed bank here.
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