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Cherry Essence is a feminised hybrid from Silent Seeds, created by crossing Cherry Pie and Cherry AK with Animal Face Mints. It is aimed at experienced growers who want a demanding, characterful plant with a rich aromatic profile. The flavour is the highlight: ripe cherry sits alongside complex floral notes, Kush, a distinctive marker-pen character, petrol and biscuit undertones. Plants tend to grow fairly tall and open, so supporting the branches during flowering is recommended, and a steady, high-quality environment helps them perform well. Indoors, the strain is described as finishing in roughly 58 to 63 days, while outdoor plants are expected to be ready in late September or early October. Resin production is said to be exceptionally heavy, and the buds are compact and frosty. The effects are described as relaxing, which is why many people prefer it in the evening. Gentle training methods such as SCROG, SOG or progressive defoliation suit it best.