Mixed Light Z (MLZ) by Preferred Gardens is the brand’s mixed‑light greenhouse expression of The Original Z — known widely as Zkittlez — originally bred by Terp Hogz and 3rd Gen Family from Grape Ape and Grapefruit with a rumored stabilizing unknown. In this MLZ cut, the Z profile comes through loud: a rush of grapefruit zest over candied grape and berry, finishing with that unmistakable candy‑gas shimmer. Typical lots test in the 20–28% THC range with trace CBD, translating to a calm, body‑forward glow that stays functional — relaxed, sleepy, and famously munchy — while keeping the head clear and upbeat. Plants show the compact, frost‑heavy morphology Z is known for, stacking dense, trichome‑laden buds on short‑to‑medium frames that do especially well under dialed mixed‑light. Indoors, expect an 8–10 week finish; yields from medium to high (around 450 g/m²), with outdoor plants reaching roughly 600 g each in favorable climates. Caryophyllene, linalool, humulene, and limonene typically steer the aroma toward citrus taffy, purple fruit, and a faint earthy snap. In 2026 lore, Preferred Gardens’ MLZ even headlined high‑stakes bracket battles, underscoring how this greenhouse rendition preserves Z’s smokeability and flavor depth. Credit the roots to Terp Hogz × 3rd Gen Family — and the polished production to Preferred Gardens.

