About Candyland
Candyland is a sativa-leaning hybrid created by Ken Estes (Grandiflora Genetics) from Plum Crazy and Granddaddy Purple. It produces vivid, colourful buds with a sweet, candy-like aroma of berries and tropical fruit. The high is uplifted, creative, and euphoric — a daytime favourite with a playful, colorful character.
Flavor Profile
History
Candyland was bred by Ken Estes, the breeder known for sharing the OGKB Cookies phenotype, and it brought his talent for colorful, flavorful genetics to a sativa-leaning cross. Its candy-sweet profile and vibrant appearance made it a popular choice in the mid-2010s. Leafly includes Candyland on its wide strain list.
Notable breeders: Ken Estes / Grandiflora Genetics
Genetic Background
Ken Estes cross of Plum Crazy and Granddaddy Purple
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Candyland is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Candyland is dominated by Limonene, Myrcene, Caryophyllene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Candyland:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candyland indica or sativa?
Candyland is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain.
What are the genetics of Candyland?
Candyland has a genetic lineage of Plum Crazy × Granddaddy Purple. Ken Estes cross of Plum Crazy and Granddaddy Purple
What is the lineage of Candyland?
Candyland descends from Plum Crazy × Granddaddy Purple. Ken Estes cross of Plum Crazy and Granddaddy Purple
What is the THC content of Candyland?
Candyland typically tests at 18-24% THC.
What does Candyland smell and taste like?
Candyland has a Sweet candy, berries, tropical fruit, floral aroma profile, with flavors described as Candy, berries, tropical, sweet, floral.
What are the effects of Candyland?
Users report Uplifted, euphoric, creative, happy, energetic. As a sativa-dominant strain, it is known for uplifting cerebral effects.
What is the history of Candyland?
Candyland was bred by Ken Estes, the breeder known for sharing the OGKB Cookies phenotype, and it brought his talent for colorful, flavorful genetics to a sativa-leaning cross. Its candy-sweet profile and vibrant appearance made it a popular choice in the mid-2010s. Leafly includes Candyland on its wide strain list.
How long does Candyland take to flower?
Candyland has a flowering time of approximately 8-9 weeks. Plants grow to a medium height.
What is the yield of Candyland?
Candyland produces a Moderate yield. Flowering takes approximately 8-9 weeks.
Medical Applications
Candyland is commonly associated with: