About Granddaddy Purple
Granddaddy Purple was created by Ken Estes of the Bay Area and singlehandedly established 'purple weed' as a commercial category. By crossing the color and flavor of Purple Urkle with the yield and structure of Big Bud, Estes created a strain that was as beautiful as it was potent. GDP's deep purple buds (sometimes nearly black), heavy resin production, and sweet grape-berry aroma made it an instant icon. Its effects are powerfully sedative, making it a staple for insomnia and pain relief patients.
Flavor Profile
History
Ken Estes created Granddaddy Purple in the mid-1990s, selecting the best phenotypes from Purple Urkle seeds and crossing with a Big Bud male. The strain won multiple High Times Cups and became the definitive purple strain. It was among the first strains to prove that color could drive consumer preference as much as potency or flavor.
Notable breeders: Ken Estes
Genetic Background
Purple Urkle (Mendocino Purps phenotype) × Big Bud (Afghani x Skunk #1)
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Granddaddy Purple:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the genetics of Granddaddy Purple?
Granddaddy Purple has a genetic lineage of Purple Urkle × Big Bud. Purple Urkle (Mendocino Purps phenotype) × Big Bud (Afghani x Skunk #1)
What is the THC content of Granddaddy Purple?
Granddaddy Purple typically tests at 17-23% THC with Low CBD.
What does Granddaddy Purple smell and taste like?
Granddaddy Purple has a Sweet grape, berry, earth, floral, candy aroma profile, with flavors described as Sweet grape, berry, floral, earthy.
What are the effects of Granddaddy Purple?
Users report Deeply relaxing, sedative, sleepy, euphoric, body-melting. As an indica-dominant strain, it is known for relaxing body effects.
How long does Granddaddy Purple take to flower?
Granddaddy Purple has a flowering time of approximately 8-10 weeks. Plants grow to a short to medium height.
What is the history of Granddaddy Purple?
Ken Estes created Granddaddy Purple in the mid-1990s, selecting the best phenotypes from Purple Urkle seeds and crossing with a Big Bud male. The strain won multiple High Times Cups and became the definitive purple strain. It was among the first strains to prove that color could drive consumer preference as much as potency or flavor.
Medical Applications
Granddaddy Purple is commonly associated with: