Pacific Pearl by Hyp3rids
Partially Undisclosed
Pacific Pearl is a sativa-dominant cultivar developed by Hyp3rids, a breeder recognized for focused, small-batch projects. This strain is designed to offer clarity and creativity, embodying the bright, daytime sativa profiles popular in the Pacific Northwest.
Appearance
Pacific Pearl features conical, spear-like colas with medium-dense buds that exhibit a shimmering, pearl-white trichome frost. The flowers are typically seafoam to lime green, accented by apricot or light tangerine pistils that mature to a rust color. Its structure includes moderate node spacing and elegant, pointed calyxes, contributing to a desirable calyx-to-leaf ratio and excellent bag appeal.
Aroma & Flavor
This strain presents a vivid citrus-haze aroma, with underlying notes that can include floral, herbal, mint, and pine characteristics. The flavor profile mirrors the aroma, offering a bright, sweet citrus and lemon taste with hints of mint and a subtle skunky undertone.
Effects
Pacific Pearl is cultivated for its uplifting and energetic effects, promoting clarity and creativity. It is intended as a companion for daytime activities, social interactions, and creative pursuits, rather than inducing sedation.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
While specific percentages are not disclosed, the terpene profile is characterized by Limonene and Terpinolene, contributing to its citrus and haze notes, with supporting notes of Pinene, Linalool, Humulene, and Ocimene. THC levels typically range from 15-25%, with CBD content below 1%.
Growing
Pacific Pearl is noted for its manageable indoor structure, with moderate internodal spacing and a stretch factor of approximately 1.6x to 2.0x upon flipping to flower. It requires a flowering time of 9 to 10 weeks. Growers report consistent terpene expression and a narrow pheno variation, suggesting stabilization across multiple generations.
Origins & Lineage
Developed by Hyp3rids, Pacific Pearl is a mostly sativa cultivar with partially undisclosed parental lines, a common practice to protect proprietary genetics. Its breeding focused on achieving a clear, creative effect with a distinctive citrus-haze aroma and a resin-forward profile, resulting in a plant with sativa vigor and modern commercial appeal.