Overview
Originating from the East Coast, this strain shook the cannabis scene during the early 90s. Sour Diesel or Sour D is believed to be a cross of Chemdawg 91 and Super Skunk. Although its origin was shrouded in mystery for years, its undeniable appeal has never been debated.
Strain Effects
Sour Diesel is a heavy hitter that starts as a heady cerebral high that transforms into an epic wave of euphoria and creativity. It’s a good morning strain because it can help you focus, become inspired, and feel energized. Medical users say it helps lower stress, anxiety, pain, and depression.
Growing info
You can grow this Sativa-dominant strain indoors or outdoors. However, given Sour Diesel’s robust size and lanky height, growing outdoors or in a greenhouse gives it more room to stretch and makes it easier to manage. Plus, an outdoor grow will produce higher yields, of 600 grams per sm or more. Whereas, growing indoors yields 1kg or more per plant. Sour D does require some patience, heavy feeding, and dedication as its flowering time lasts 10 to 11 weeks. It does well in a warm climate with temperatures ranging from 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Finally, it’s ready for harvest in mid to late October.
Appearance and Aroma
The buds on Sour Diesel are often medium-sized with pale to mid-green colored leaves. Its pistols range from pink to amber to bright orange hues. It’s common for the nugs to be covered in a frosty coat of lustrous trichomes. And the unforgettable and distinctive smell of Sour D is rich in a skunky, diesel, and gasoline type fragrance.
MSNL Editors Verdict
Since the beginning, Sour Diesel earned a loyal following and remains one of the most celebrated strains of all time. Its ability to boost mood and clear the mind, keeps customers coming back for more. We’re happy to provide this invigorating strain to recreational and medical users alike. Start the day off right, with happy and creative energy.
THC CONTENT | 19%-22% | |
FLOWERING TIME | 10-12 WEEKS | |
TYPE / OUTDOOR | INDOOR/OUTDOOR | |
OUTDOOR HARVEST | EARLY OCTOBER | |
PLANT HEIGHT | TALL 180cm-220cm | |
YIELD | 500-600g/m2 |
The name Sour Diesel comes from its pungent diesel-like smell, met by sour and citrusy notes. Its terpenes also express peppery and herbal aromas. The strong and undeniable fragrance can easily excite your senses. As you break off some nugs and grind them up, the smell becomes even more powerful. Take a hit from your pipe or bong to experience the sweet, earthy, and lemon zest flavours.

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"The perfect sour diesel "
Review by Tyler
Always wanted to grow sour diesel and this year I decided to try it! Great seeds that resulted in AMAZING plants and some of the best buds I have ever seen. The result was very relaxed but not in a sleepy way, very creative fun high!
(Posted on 01/11/2020)
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"Great breeder"
Review by zhou
This is a strain I have always wanted to try. Hope they are primitive! I will follow up on the report. What I need to say is that they can still send safely during the pandemic period.
(Posted on 01/04/2020)
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"No couch lock"
Review by Joker Jack
Totally relaxing but not in a couch lock sort of way. Just lets you be
(Posted on 29/05/2017)
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"No couch lock whatsoever"
Review by Dr. Bud
A great heady high that will leave you thinking of new and fabulous ways to change the world.
(Posted on 22/04/2017)
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"Love Sour D!"
Review by Sandrah
I hop from strain to strain to keep things fresh and I'm always so glad when Sour D is up again. A top notch strain that will never let you down.
(Posted on 13/03/2017)
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"Super pungent smell"
Review by Dean
I love Sour D, and the fem seeds are really nice. But I'd love it if someone could keep the Sour D qualities, but tame down the smell somehow. It's just a lot, and it's hard to smoke in my apartment when something is obviously so weedy smelling.
(Posted on 03/10/2016)
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"Good for the soul"
Review by Rick
A lil Sour D never hurt nobody. This is such a good smoke. Smells harsh, but tastes nice and smooth, good on the inhale and exhale. Gassy, gassy gassy just as the name suggests.
(Posted on 21/08/2016)
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"Duh-ammmn! So dank!"
Review by Dank Tank
This is some dank stuff right here. Smoke away from people who don't enjoy, it's hard to keep on the down-low. Sour D always hits the spot tho.
(Posted on 21/08/2016)
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"Love the fem seeds!"
Review by FemBot
No more analyzing my plants to check for male/female parts, and still stressin that I didn't get all the males. Got some beauty girlies from my pack, but love em all the same!
(Posted on 21/08/2016)
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"Sour D is for me!!"
Review by Sour D Fanatic
Don't get me wrong, I love smoking weed of just about any kind. But this had the taste I had been searching for forever. Makes ya wrinkle yer nose a bit, but I like that kind of thing.
(Posted on 21/08/2016)
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"Sticky, but def not icky"
Review by Red
A great smoke with tons of nice gassy taste, that's when you know u got some good shiz. Makes the eyes go a bit glassy and red, but it's totally worth it, and drops will clear that up for ya.
(Posted on 21/08/2016)
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"trimming"
Review by datum
dank stuff, is a little hard to gout just look the strain up
(Posted on 13/07/2016)
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"Great strain, lots of trimming and training needed"
Review by Andrew
I love smoking Sour Diesel, but growing it was a little tricky. If you're growing it indoors, you're going to need lots of space or be prepared to spend more time on training and trimming.
(Posted on 04/07/2016)
Sour Diesel Feminized Seeds Video
Check out this video to learn more about Sour Diesel strain