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High Country Cultivars

High Country Cultivars is a modern, Colorado-based cannabis breeder and seed bank that has quickly gained recognition for its high-altitude genetics and focus on terpene-rich, resilient cultivars. Founded in 2019, the company specializes in developing strains specifically adapted to thrive in the challenging, high-elevation climates of the Rocky Mountains. Their breeding philosophy emphasizes **terpene profiles, plant vigor, and mold/pest resistance** over simply chasing high THC percentages. **Key Contributions & Philosophy:** * **High-Altitude Specialization:** Their flagship genetics are bred for performance at elevations above 5,000 feet, focusing on fast flowering times and robustness against temperature swings and intense UV light. * **Terpene-First Approach:** They prioritize complex aromatic profiles and the entourage effect, breeding for unique flavor and experience rather than THC content alone. * **Resilience Breeding:** A core tenet is creating plants with natural resistance to powdery mildew and botrytis, which are common issues in mountain climates, reducing the need for interventions. * **Notable Genetics:** They are known for working with and stabilizing rare or classic genetics, often offering both photoperiod and autoflowering versions of their popular strains. Their catalog includes a mix of indica, sativa, and hybrid varieties developed in-house.
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High Country Diesel

THC 22.5%
CBD 0.2%

**High Country Diesel** is a potent sativa-dominant hybrid that delivers a powerful cerebral experience with a classic diesel fuel profile. Bred by High Country Cultivars, this strain is a cross between **Sour Diesel** and a high-altitude Colorado sativa, resulting in a plant that thrives in mountainous environments. **Effects & Medical Use:** The high begins with an intense cerebral rush characterized by euphoria and mental clarity. Users report increased energy, creativity, and focus, making it suitable for daytime use. The 60/40 sativa/indica split provides a motivating head high with just enough body relaxation to prevent anxiety. Medically, it's valued for combating fatigue, stress, depression, and stimulating appetite. **Cultivation:** This strain exhibits vigorous growth with a tall, lanky structure typical of sativa genetics. It requires moderate grower experience due to its need for training (like topping or LST) to manage height and improve light penetration. It performs exceptionally well in both indoor and outdoor setups, with outdoor plants capable of producing massive yields when given a long growing season. The flowering time of 9 weeks is relatively standard for a sativa-leaning hybrid. **Profile:** The terpene profile is dominated by **limonene**, supported by **caryophyllene** and **myrcene**, creating a complex aroma of sharp diesel fuel, tangy citrus, and earthy pine. The flavor is a smooth blend of lemon, fuel, and pine on the exhale.

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