Lemon Diesel – Emerald Triangle Seeds (Regular)


A bold, fuel-forward Indica hybrid with citrus zest, peppery spice, and a slow-building, long-lasting high. Award-winning flavour and power from one of Emerald Triangle’s most celebrated strains.


Introduction:

Lemon Diesel from Emerald Triangle Seeds is a hard-hitting Indica-dominant hybrid bred by crossing a triple OG backcross with the classic California Sour. The result is a terpene-rich powerhouse offering a complex mix of diesel, lemon, and spice aromas. Known for its balanced structure, heavy yield, and deep relaxation, Lemon Diesel has become a benchmark for quality and potency—earning a Top 10 placement at the 2010 Emerald Cup. With its creeping body high and memorable flavour, this strain is a must for growers and connoisseurs alike.


Strain Information:

Strain Name: Lemon Diesel

Breeder: Emerald Triangle Seeds

Lineage: (Pakistani × Lemon Thai × Chemdawg #4) × California Sour

Genetics: 70% Indica / 30% Sativa

Seed Type: Regular

Flowering Type: Photoperiod

Flowering Time: 9–10 weeks

Harvest: Mid October

Yield: Medium to High

Effect: Slow onset, deeply relaxing physically and mentally

Aroma: Strong diesel with vibrant citrus and black pepper

Taste: Fuel-heavy with lemon undertones and spicy hints


Strain Description:

Lemon Diesel is a masterfully balanced Indica hybrid that delivers dense, resin-rich colas bursting with aroma and potency. Its compact, symmetrical growth makes it ideal for training techniques like SCROG or sea of green, allowing growers to maximise yields in limited space. As flowering nears completion, buds swell dramatically—becoming heavy, sticky, and visually striking with layers of trichomes.


The high builds gradually, starting with mental calm and gentle euphoria before evolving into full-body relaxation. Its effects are powerful yet smooth, helping users unwind without overwhelming sedation. Perfect for stress relief, muscle relaxation, and evening use, Lemon Diesel offers an all-around satisfying experience that has earned acclaim across the cannabis world.


Growing Information:

This strain performs well in both indoor and outdoor setups, offering consistency and reliability throughout its cycle. Indoors, it maintains a medium height and produces multiple productive cola sites. Training and topping enhance its already impressive structure, while good airflow ensures dense buds develop fully. Outdoors, Lemon Diesel finishes by mid-October and thrives in warm, sunny climates with proper airflow and nutrition.


Its hardy nature and symmetrical growth make it suitable for growers of all experience levels. Given its density, careful humidity control during late flowering helps prevent mould while preserving terpene intensity and trichome coverage.


Flavour and Aromas:

Lemon Diesel’s aroma explodes with gassy diesel notes layered over tangy lemon zest and peppery spice. The flavour follows suit—intense fuel on the inhale, followed by a tangy citrus punch and a warm, spicy finish. This complex sensory blend is both invigorating and grounding, appealing to fans of traditional diesel strains and citrus-heavy hybrids alike.


Dominant terpenes include limonene (citrus brightness and stress relief), caryophyllene (peppery spice and anti-inflammatory properties), and myrcene (earthy calm and sedative undertones), which combine to enhance both the taste and the overall relaxing effects.


Strain Lineage:

OG ×3 (early OG hybrid): Enhances potency, resin production, and structure.

California Sour (Mexican Sativa × Afghan): Adds tangy citrus character and hybrid vigour.

Chemdawg #4: Introduces the signature diesel funk and high potency.

Lemon Thai & Pakistani: Contribute zesty citrus notes and body-soothing Indica effects.


Together, these genetics form a perfectly balanced strain with both West Coast strength and global appeal.


Effects:

Lemon Diesel’s effects unfold slowly, beginning with a light cerebral uplift before easing into deep physical relaxation. It’s mentally calming and physically grounding, making it excellent for relieving tension, stress, chronic pain, or insomnia. The balanced high makes it suitable for evening enjoyment, helping users unwind while maintaining a sense of mental clarity and peace.


Strain Summary:

Lemon Diesel by Emerald Triangle Seeds stands out as a flavour-packed, heavy-hitting Indica hybrid that captures the essence of classic California cannabis. With its award-winning heritage, high yield potential, and distinctive lemon-diesel flavour, it’s a go-to for growers seeking quality and connoisseurs craving complex taste and long-lasting relief. From its slow-building potency to its pungent citrus aroma, Lemon Diesel is a strain that delivers on every level—flavour, effect, and craftsmanship.


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