White Widow x Big Bud by Female Seeds

White Widow x Big Bud seeds: two Dutch classics in one very productive plant

White Widow x Big Bud is a feminized strain (its seeds almost always grow into female plants, the ones that produce buds) from Female Seeds, a Dutch seed bank. According to the bank, it was released in 2010 as part of its experimental X-line and, thanks to its huge success, quickly moved to the permanent collection, where it has become its best-selling strain. It is a poly-hybrid: from the same first cross, two populations were selected and stabilised separately over several generations. From Big Bud it inherits the high yield and skunky taste; from White Widow, the potency and smell. At oaseeds we like it because it is one of those plants that yield a lot without making your life complicated.

Flavour, aroma and effect of White Widow x Big Bud

Female Seeds describes a strong, pungent smell, especially during flowering (the stage when the plant stops growing and forms buds), and a strong, fruity taste with the skunky touch that Big Bud brings.

The bank talks about a very generous THC content (the compound behind the psychoactive effect). The effect starts with the heavy, relaxing knock-out stone typical of White Widow and slowly evolves into a more cerebral, happy high. Female Seeds describes it as relaxing yet functional, purely mellow: it relaxes you without taking you out of the game.

How to grow White Widow x Big Bud indoors and outdoors

Indoors it flowers in 7 to 8 weeks, grows 60 to 80 cm tall and yields 600 to 700 g/m², a very high figure for a plant that size. It fits well in grow tents and spaces with low ceilings.

Outdoors it grows without trouble: it reaches 150 to 200 cm and yields 350 to 550 g per plant. Harvest time depends on your area, so watch the state of the buds rather than the calendar.

Its buds are huge and tight, and they produce loads of resin (the sticky substance where THC and aromas are concentrated). The bank's specific tip is to take care of ventilation: because of its strong smell during flowering, indoors you need good air exchange and a carbon filter. With buds this dense, good airflow also helps prevent mould.

White Widow x Big Bud characteristics

Frequently asked questions about White Widow x Big Bud

How long does White Widow x Big Bud take to flower?

Flowering lasts 7 to 8 weeks indoors, according to Female Seeds. That is a short cycle for the yield it gives.

How much does White Widow x Big Bud yield?

600 to 700 g/m² indoors and 350 to 550 g per plant outdoors. That big yield is the Big Bud heritage.

Does White Widow x Big Bud smell a lot?

Yes. During flowering it gives off a strong, pungent smell, so indoors the bank recommends good ventilation and air filtration.

Is this the autoflowering version?

No. This is the feminized photoperiod version (it flowers when you cut the light to 12 hours indoors, or when the days get shorter outdoors). Female Seeds sells an Auto version separately.