Bruce Banner is one of the hardest-hitting strains in existence. With as much as 30% THC, it slams one with a potent cerebral high and a pleasant, mellow body buzz. Carmen, on the other hand, has low THC levels. Despite this, consumers adore this strain for its delicious flavor profile and high CBD levels. Crossing these two gave rise to a hybrid with tamer THC levels and high CBD content.With 1:1 THC to CBD ratio, Bruce Banner x Carmen proves to be an excellent choice for medicinal patients and those who want to have a good time without getting too smashed. It retains all the exceptional qualities of its parents such as the intense flavor and aroma, prolific resin production, impressive yields, and potent medicinal properties, except for the overwhelming THC potency. Nonetheless, it still imparts the same creative and uplifting energy that made Bruce Banner so famous, albeit at a more manageable level.This Indica-leaning hybrid is highly sought-after, but often a rare find in dispensaries. As such, those who need a constant supply for recreational or medicinal purposes are better off cultivating it at home. Homegrown Cannabis Co. offers Bruce Banner x Carmen as a feminized variety. Aside from being an easy-to-grow strain, it also ensures an all-female turnout 99% of the time.Growing Bruce Banner x Carmen from Feminized SeedsCultivating Bruce Banner x Carmen is quite easy, even for beginners. For one, it does not have any special requirements in nutrients or rearing practices. All it ever asks for is a suitable environment with comfortably warm temperatures (20-26°C) and optimal RH levels (40-50%).Maintaining it indoors is pretty straightforward. It stretches to 90-150 cm tall, so it does not take up much vertical space. Nonetheless, growers need to make sure that there is adequate distance between the grow lamps and the canopy, which doubles in height as it approaches the flowering phase. When pressed for space, pruning and the Sea of Green technique are ideal for curbing the height. Besides, such methods also bolster productivity and thereby increasing the output come harvest time. Use 600-watt HPS/LED lamps combined with either organic soil or hydroponics, and each square meter can produce 500 grams of resinous nugs after 7 to 9 weeks of quick flowering.Meanwhile, going alfresco is also an enticing option if the weather is warm and sunny. Out in the open, each plant stretches up to 120-200 cm and produces 600 grams of succulent buds by the second week of October.Fragrance and FlavorThis strain’s freshly cured buds exude a potpourri of spicy, earthy, and diesel scent blended with sweet and citrusy notes. Meanwhile, its taste complements the sophisticated aroma. It delights the palate with a sweet, fruity flavor of mandarins and tangerines mixed with citric notes.EffectsThose expecting a mind-bending high because of Bruce Banner’s contribution in this hybrid’s genome are better off sampling other strains. While it certainly bears Bruce Banner’s genes, the “beast-like” psychoactive effects were drastically tempered by Carmen’s enormous CBD levels. So, instead of sending one to a cerebral overdrive, it delights with a mild but equally pleasant mind-clearing high. It also inspires focus and motivation along with a creative boost, which makes it an ideal companion when checking off the task list and brainstorming for novel ideas.Bruce Banner x Carmen also offers a relaxing finish that soothes muscle tensions and stress. Although it is not potent enough to cause a couch-lock, it certainly induces blissful relaxation that can help one keep a calm disposition.A 10% THC mark is considered low by the current standards. Despite such low levels, sticking to moderate doses is still the best thing to do. Otherwise, there is a slim chance that it might trigger mild anxiety or paranoia.MedicalWith as much as 10% CBD, this strain boasts of potent medicinal properties that can alleviate a wide variety of illnesses without inciting intense psychoactive effects. Such traits make it suitable for medicating patients who are not fond of the soaring cerebral high offered by other strains.Its uplifting effects may be significantly toned down, but CBD’s anti-depressant and anxiolytic effects are undoubtedly potent. Moreover, it does not incite adverse reactions as traditional medications like SSRIs and benzodiazepines do. Hence, this strain makes for a viable alternative for managing psychological disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety.Meanwhile, the subtle, relaxing high is useful for soothing aching muscles and fatigue. Chronic conditions such as migraine, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and arthritis also dissipate quickly once CBD’s analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties take effect.Lastly, patients suffering from bouts of nausea and vomiting will undoubtedly find relief with this strain’s antiemetic effect.Bruce Banner x Carmen Feminized SeedsDespite lacking the out-of-this-world cerebral high Bruce Banner is so loved for, this hybrid is adored for its astounding CBD levels. It might not be everyone’s cup of tea due to its low THC levels, but it is the go-to strain of those seeking potent therapeutic effects. Not to mention, growing feminized Bruce Banner x Carmen seeds from Homegrown Cannabis Co. is also effortless and satisfyingly rewarding.
