"Teeming with apple, pear, and tree fruit flavors, Apples and Bananas is a strain that not only helped establish Compound Genetics, but leaves users feeling euphoric and uplifted. Moreover, its hybrid genetics means the strain won’t overpower or leave you unable to function. Instead, it takes a more balanced approach, and this all-encompassing influence has earned Apples and Bananas a place on numerous dispensary menus. Strain History of Apples and Bananas Apples and Bananas is one of several strains that helped establish Compound Genetics, a rebrand of the now-defunct brand Tiger Trees (founded in 2016 by Christopher Lynch). The San-Jose-born cannabis breeder has spent over fifteen years honing his craft and, along the way, released highly sought-after strains such as Legend Orange Apricot, Jet Fuel Gelato, and in 2019, Apples and Bananas. However, Christopher didn’t start his career as a serial breeder. Instead, it took over a decade before he released his first official strain. Before that, Christopher spent two years in Amsterdam, the self-proclaimed cannabis hub of Europe. Here, he immersed himself in cannabis culture, before returning to the US with a newfound appreciation for the plant. It was only then, with the help of a friend, that he set up Tiger Trees and started experimenting with a combination of Chemdog D and Sour Diesel IBL. Tiger Trees wasn’t around for long, but it did pave the way for a more consumer-friendly brand, Compound Genetics. And it’s this label, with Christopher at the helm, that released the original Apples and Bananas strain. In fact, Compound Genetics has since launched an entire Apples and Bananas collection, including Apple and Bananas x Big Face, Apples and Bananas x White Runtz, and Apples and Bananas x Pavé. Genetic Lineage of Apples and Bananas Boasting an impressively frosty exterior, Apples and Bananas owes its trichome production, aroma, and uplifting high to two well-known parents—Blue Power and Gelatti. The former, a signature strain from Sin City Seeds, blends exceptionally well with the rather elusive Gelatti, a strain from the California-based seed bank Cookies. Blue Power features a diverse mix of terpenes, which is hardly surprising when you consider the strain is a cross of four different cultivars. Sour Double, Blue Moonshine, The White, and Master Kush all played a part in the lemon and berry flavors of Blue Power. Moreover, this rendition of Blue Power leans heavily into its indica-dominant genetics to produce a physically relaxing high that often leads to a severe case of the munchies. On the other side of the spectrum, we have Gelatti, a potent hybrid strain (Gelato x Biscotti) with a floral aroma complemented by hints of pepper and gasoline. Its flavor is very reminiscent of old-school OG strains, and long-time stoners favor her thick, haze-like smoke. She also offers a slightly different high to that of Blue Power, focusing on the mind (rather than the body) to produce wave after wave of happiness, creativity, and euphoria. Physical Characteristics of Apples and Bananas In the grow room, Apples and Bananas develops olive green, grape-shaped buds with a decent ratio of nugs to foliage. The green hues are complemented nicely by purple-tinted leaves and a generous helping of thin, electric orange pistils. To make the most of her colorful and occasionally unruly appearance, it’s best to adopt low-stress training techniques early during the vegetative stage. Doing so ensures you can maximize the number of bud sites. Outside of their distinct coloring, Apples and Bananas doesn’t possess any unusual physical characteristics. As such, she’s well-suited to beginner growers who want to get to grips with the basic structure of cannabis plants. However, if you want to emphasize the contrast of purple leaves against her olive green buds, consider running the nighttime temperature a few degrees cooler than during the day. Properties and Effects of Apples and Bananas Although Apples and Bananas’ appearance is somewhat conventional, her flavors (and the high that follows) are what keep recreational users coming back for more. It’s here she gets to showcase a combination of sugary bananas, sour red apples, cherries, and hints of pepper alongside an uplifting and euphoric experience, ideal for daytime smoking. That said, some cultivars have tested as high as 30% THC, so ensure you take a slow and steady approach to avoid being overwhelmed. Interestingly, she also boasts up to 2% CBD, which, combined with the high levels of THC, has earned her the respect of medicinal users. Thankfully, you don’t have to wait long for the strain’s effects to kick in, as just one puff lifts the mind into a state of euphoria. And the more you indulge, the greater these uplifting waves become, with bursts of creativity and happiness following soon after. Uses of Apples and Bananas Given the sweet and fruity flavors of Apples and Bananas, it will come as..."