Super Silver Haze by Scott Family Farms
Haze × Skunk #1 × Northern Lights
Super Silver Haze, a prominent sativa-leaning hybrid, has been a significant cultivar since the late 1990s. Scott Family Farms cultivates a version that honors the classic Haze uplift while incorporating balanced indica and sativa genetics. This strain is recognized for its energetic and euphoric effects, making it a popular choice for daytime use.
Appearance
Super Silver Haze often presents a silvery appearance due to a dense coating of trichomes covering its bracts and sugar leaves. The flowers are typically calyx-forward and somewhat spear-shaped, with long, tapering colas. Base colors range from lime to medium green, contrasted by abundant burnt-orange pistils that darken as harvest approaches. The resin heads can appear almost metallic under certain lighting, enhancing its characteristic 'silver' look.
Aroma & Flavor
This strain is known for its complex aromatic profile, often described as incense-like and piney, with distinct earthy notes. Phenotypes can vary, with some exhibiting more citrusy and floral characteristics, while others lean towards skunkier undertones. The flavor profile generally mirrors the aroma, offering a combination of citrus, earthy, and sometimes creamy or diesel-like notes.
Effects
Super Silver Haze is predominantly recognized for its uplifting and energetic effects, promoting a clear-headed and euphoric experience. Users often report feeling creative and mentally stimulated, making it suitable for daytime activities. The strain's balanced genetic heritage helps to provide a functional high that is less likely to cause significant jitters or a harsh comedown compared to some pure sativas.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
While specific lab data varies, common terpenes found in Super Silver Haze include terpinolene, myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, and pinene. These contribute to its distinctive aroma and flavor profiles. THC levels typically range from 15-25%, with CBD content usually below 1%.
Growing
SSH requires careful management due to its pronounced sativa stretch, potentially doubling or tripling in height after the light cycle change. It responds well to training techniques like topping and trellising. Bud density is moderate, offering some resistance to mold. Maintaining cooler temperatures in late flower can help minimize foxtailing, a trait sometimes seen in Haze-dominant plants.
Origins & Lineage
Super Silver Haze is traditionally a three-way cross, combining Haze, Skunk #1, and Northern Lights genetics. This blend results in a sativa-dominant hybrid with indica influences. The Haze contributes its signature spicy, incense-like aroma and long flowering period, Skunk #1 adds vigor and potency, while Northern Lights provides density and a balancing body effect. Scott Family Farms' iteration focuses on maintaining the classic Haze uplift within this balanced framework.