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January 27, 2026
How to Grow Kush Mints Strain (2026 Grow Diary)
Why Grow Kush Mints?
Kush Mints brings a refined profile: a minty-citrus floral aroma layered over a rich Kush base. With nearly balanced indica/sativa genetics, it’s perfect for growers wanting both structure and energy, creating a plant that’s manageable yet high-yielding, flavorful yet potent.
Nearly equal indica/sativa split; great for balanced growth & effects
Height manageable (45–50″) — good for tighter spaces
Harvest window: Late September to early October
Environment
Height
Yield
Flower Time
Difficulty
Indoor
45–50″
1.6–2.2 oz/ft²
8–10 weeks
Moderate
Outdoor
45–50″
10–15 oz/plant
Late Sept–Early Oct
Moderate
Germination: Starting Your Kush Mints Grow
Use the tried-and-true paper towel method: seeds between two damp (not soaked) towels, covered and warmed (~70-75°F).
Once a ~½″ tap-root emerges, plant root-tip down about ½ inch into your moist medium. ⚠️ Avoid sealed bags, airflow is key to healthy germination.
Week 1: Seedling Stage
Your plant is freshly sprouted and needs a gentle environment.
Humidity: ~65–70%
Temperature: 72–77°F
Light: 18–24 h cycle, low intensity
Mist lightly or water around root zone (avoid over saturation)
Ensure a soft breeze to build stem strength
Expect true leaves emerging and a bright green colour.
Week 2: Early Veg + CAN Training
Growth begins accelerating; you can start canopy training to get more from your light.
Begin LST or mild SCROG canopy training to get even coverage
Feed with ¼-strength veg nutrients
Humidity: ~60–65% | Temp: 73–78°F
Water around edges of pot, not over watering
Your plant will begin to show branching and structure.
Week 3: Veg Expansion
Now the plant settles into full veg mode.
Height: ~10–14 inches
Increase nutrient feed to ~½-strength veg
Humidity: ~55–60% | Temp: 73–78°F
Optional topping above 5th node to promote multiple colas
You’ll notice the signature minty-floral scent becoming perceptible.
Week 4: Pre-Flower Transition
Your plant is preparing for bloom stretch.
Remove lower leaves that block light or airflow
Humidity: ~50–55% | Temp: 72–78°F
Tie down any tall branches, finish major training
Flip to 12/12 cycle indoors
Transition feeding to bloom nutrients
Pre-flowers begin to show. Flowering is almost here.
Week 5–6: Flower Initiation
Switch to bloom mode and watch buds begin forming.
Light: 12/12 cycle
Humidity: ~45–50% | Temp: 70–77°F
Use bloom nutrients (higher P & K, lower N)
Aroma evolves into floral-mint over diesel base
The plant begins to stack buds and thicken.
Week 7–8: Bud Formation
The thickening stage when bud sites swell and resin production increases.
Humidity: ~40–45% | Temp: 68–75°F
Maintain bloom formula and consistent watering
Provide support if branches become heavy
Expect heavy trichome coverage and strong floral-mint fragrance
By end of week 8 you’ll have dense, aromatic colas.
Week 9–10: Ripening & Flush
The final push to harvest time.
Begin flush with plain, pH-balanced water for 5–7 days
Temp: 65–70°F | Humidity: ~35–40%
Monitor trichomes: mostly cloudy with some amber
Harvest when pistils are ~70-80% darkened
Proper flushing gives smoother smoke and cleaner flavour.
Harvest & Curing
Dry: Hang plants in dark space for ~10–14 days at 60°F/55% RH
Cure: Place trimmed buds in glass jars; burp daily the first week
Let cure for 3–4 weeks to bring out rich floral-mint aroma and smooth profile
Final Thoughts on Growing Kush Mints Strain
Kush Mints is an excellent hybrid for growers seeking flavour, structure and ease. With medium height, strong yield potential, and a unique floral-mint-sour profile, it rewards attention and training.
I planted 10 Super Boof seeds, and all germinated without a hitch. The plants grew strong and healthy, producing dense, frosty buds with a sweet, earthy aroma. The high is uplifting yet relaxing—a perfect balance. Impressive yield too, even with minimal effort
Gary Payton
Michael ClintMarch 27, 2024
I’ve been growing weed for 30+ years, and to be honest, it’s quite difficult to surprise me. After a few decades of facing different strains, changing growing conditions, and solving whatever problem you could possibly think of, by then, I believe I’ve seen it all in cannabis growing.
Gary Payton defied every single one of my expectations. The plant thrived, growing to an impressive 6 feet in what seemed like a blink of an eye. It quickly filled out with buds and displayed better smell each day, showing solid proof of superior genetics. The buds were tight, aromatic, and a source of immense pride, surpassing the outcome of many of my previous endeavors.
Hypno Seeds with their Gary Payton strain has won my complete admiration and loyalty. Outstanding genetics in this plant have truly turned what I always thought of to be an experiment with negligible expectations into one of the most satisfying grows of my long career.
Looking forward, my excitement for the next growing season is unparalleled. I can’t wait to see how much I can take these strains, especially with the attention that Gary Payton really does deserve right from the start.
RS11
Marina BayMarch 23, 2024
TRUE MAGIC! This strain really stands out. I am trying Hypno Seeds for the first time and I surely made the right choice. I will be ordering more RS11 seeds just to keep this beauty in my garden for the upcoming season. Growing in Virginia and it’s only shown perfection by now.
Blackberry Kush
WhildGreeneryMarch 28, 2024
Starting my latest grow, I decided to try out some Blackberry Kush from Hypno… I planted her on a whim alongside my other favorites. Hypno Seeds said it had to be a powerful plant with rich, fruity scents… Seeing is believing. She developed purplish hues and dense resin coated buds and quickly took center stage in my garden and produced much more than expected. The buds are tightly packed, literally bursting with the heady aroma. The yield? Very impressive for her conditions…
Godfather OG
Bandon the Weed DiaryFebruary 21, 2025
Germinated three seeds using the paper towel method with100% success rate within 48 hours. Planted in 5 gallon pots with living soil under a 315W CMH light. Plants remained compact (3.5 ft) with thick lateral branching, showing high resistance to humidity and minor nutrient fluctuations. Yield per plant: 5.8 oz of extremely dense, trichome-heavy buds. Smell profile during flower: sharp pine, pepper, and a hint of citrus. Harvested at week 9, after trichomes showed 30% amber for peak sedative effects. Smoke report: Potent. Deep relaxation without full sedation. Ideal for stress relief.