Early Durban X Haze by Scott Family Farms
Early Durban × Haze
Early Durban X Haze is a predominantly sativa cultivar developed by Scott Family Farms, designed to combine the clarity of African sativas with the uplift of Haze. It is recognized for its vigorous growth, relatively early finish compared to pure Haze, and a stimulating, creative mental state.
Appearance & Morphology
This cultivar typically grows tall with a narrow-leaf sativa structure, featuring long internodes and a strong upward growth pattern. The flowers are often elongated spears with moderate density, sometimes developing gentle foxtails. Leaves are typically slim and green, with a favorable calyx-to-leaf ratio that can simplify trimming.
While predominantly green, plants may exhibit purple or lavender hues if exposed to cooler temperatures late in the flowering cycle. Trichome coverage is generally abundant, with mature resin transitioning from clear to cloudy as the flowers ripen.
Aroma & Flavor Profile
The aroma is often described as terpinolene-forward, presenting notes of pine and citrus, with underlying hints of anise and sweet herbs like lemongrass. A spicy, incense-like quality from the Haze parentage can also be present, contributing to a complex bouquet.
Flavors follow the aroma, with prominent notes of lime peel, green mango, and fennel, often evolving through the curing process. Cedar and a subtle peppery dryness may also emerge, creating a layered taste experience.
Effects & Conditions
Consumers report an energetic and creative headspace, characterized by mental clarity and uplift. This strain is often sought for its stimulating qualities that encourage focus and inspiration.
Due to its reported effects, Early Durban X Haze is sometimes considered for managing stress. The Durban lineage also suggests the potential presence of THCV, which is associated with different effects.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
Lab reports from related chemotypes indicate THC content typically ranges from 18–24%, with CBD levels below 1%. The terpene profile is noted to be terpinolene-dominant, often accompanied by myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, pinene, and humulene. The Durban genetics may also contribute THCV.
Cultivation
Early Durban X Haze is bred for horticultural pragmatism, aiming for a shorter flowering period than traditional Haze strains, typically 9–11 weeks indoors. It exhibits predictable stretching and is considered a manageable sativa project, suitable for outdoor cultivation in temperate climates due to its earlier finish.
Yields can be substantial under skilled cultivation, with reported figures of 450–650 g/m² indoors and 500–900 g per plant outdoors. Growers often recommend early topping and SCROG techniques to optimize bud development.
Origins & Lineage
This cultivar is a cross between Early Durban and Haze, developed by Scott Family Farms. The goal was to merge the bright, clear sativa effects and earlier finishing time of Early Durban with the complex aroma and soaring uplift of classic Haze genetics.
Early Durban itself is a selection of South African Durban Poison adapted for faster finishes, sometimes incorporating Northern or Skunk genetics. Haze is a legendary 1960s-70s Santa Cruz sativa known for its potent, euphoric effects and lengthy flowering period.