About Gary Payton
Gary Payton was created by Powerzzzup Genetics (the brand of rapper Power/Powerzzzup) in collaboration with Cookies, who handled the breeding. The strain crosses Snowman (an elite Gelato #41 x Larry Bird/Gelato #33 cross) with Y Life (Childs Play x Jet Fuel Gelato). The result is a perfectly balanced hybrid with a complex aroma profile: sweet gas, earth, mint, and citrus with a funky backend. The buds are dense and resinous with a distinctive light green and purple structure. Gary Payton effects are legendary for their clarity — a focused, creative head high with gentle body relaxation that doesn't impair functionality. The strain became a massive commercial success through the Cookies retail network and won numerous awards.
Flavor Profile
History
Gary Payton was released in 2021 as the flagship strain of Powerzzzup Genetics' partnership with Cookies. The strain name (and branding with the NBA legend's persona) created immediate cultural buzz. Gary Payton became one of the most searched strain names on Leafly throughout 2022-2024 and was a top seller at Cookies dispensaries nationwide. Its balanced, functional effects made it equally popular with medical patients and recreational users. The strain's success helped launch Powerzzzup as a major player in cannabis genetics and demonstrated the power of celebrity branding done right.
Notable breeders: Powerzzzup Genetics, Cookies (Berner)
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Snowman (Gelato #41 x Larry Bird/Gelato #33) × Y Life (Childs Play x Jet Fuel Gelato)
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Gary Payton is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Gary Payton is dominated by Caryophyllene, Limonene, Linalool. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Genetic Families
Gary Payton is part of the following genetic families:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gary Payton indica or sativa?
Gary Payton is a hybrid cannabis strain.
What are the genetics of Gary Payton?
Gary Payton has a genetic lineage of Snowman × Y Life. Snowman (Gelato #41 x Larry Bird/Gelato #33) × Y Life (Childs Play x Jet Fuel Gelato)
What is the lineage of Gary Payton?
Gary Payton descends from Snowman × Y Life. Snowman (Gelato #41 x Larry Bird/Gelato #33) × Y Life (Childs Play x Jet Fuel Gelato) It belongs to the Modern Exotics genetic family.
What is the THC content of Gary Payton?
Gary Payton typically tests at 22-27% THC.
What does Gary Payton smell and taste like?
Gary Payton has a Gas, mint, earth, citrus, dough, sweet, funk aroma profile, with flavors described as Gassy, minty, earthy, sweet, citrus, doughy.
What are the effects of Gary Payton?
Users report Focused, creative, euphoric, uplifted, relaxed, clear-headed.
What are the phenotypes of Gary Payton?
Gary Payton is known in several phenotypes and cultivars, including Gary Payton, Gary Payton #13, The Glove. Each phenotype expresses the same genetics slightly differently — varying in aroma, bud color, growth habit, and effects.
What is the history of Gary Payton?
Gary Payton was released in 2021 as the flagship strain of Powerzzzup Genetics' partnership with Cookies. The strain name (and branding with the NBA legend's persona) created immediate cultural buzz. Gary Payton became one of the most searched strain names on Leafly throughout 2022-2024 and was a top seller at Cookies dispensaries nationwide. Its balanced, functional effects made it equally popular with medical patients and recreational users. The strain's success helped launch Powerzzzup as a major player in cannabis genetics and demonstrated the power of celebrity branding done right.
How long does Gary Payton take to flower?
Gary Payton has a flowering time of approximately 8-10 weeks. Plants grow to a medium height.
What is the yield of Gary Payton?
Gary Payton produces a Moderate yield. Flowering takes approximately 8-10 weeks.
Further Reading
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Medical Applications
Gary Payton is commonly associated with: