Death StarStrain, Effects, Genetics, Grow Guide & Where to Buy
Among the strains American growers consistently come back to, Death Star sits near the top of the list, but the data behind the hype is what holds growers' attention. It is a indica-dominant (70% indica / 30% sativa) testing at roughly 24% THC, with a flowering window of 55-65 days under a 12/12 photoperiod. On this page we cover the effects, the lineage, the grow profile, and where to buy Death Star seeds in the United States.
Death Star Quick Stats
THC
24%
Indica
70%
Sativa
30%
Autoflower
No
Flowering
55-65 days
Difficulty
intermediate
Indoor Yield
up to 350 g/m2
Outdoor Yield
up to 400 g/plant
Plant Height
Up to 160 cm
Death StarEffects & Experience
The dominant effects of Death Star are happy, relaxed, sleepy, and the experience is more nuanced than a simple high/low/sedating label would suggest. Onset is gradual rather than abrupt, the peak holds for roughly an hour, and the comedown is smooth, which is why this strain shows up in so many "daily driver" lists from experienced consumers.
Growing Death Star
Growing Death Star fits shorter outdoor seasons, Pacific Northwest, New England, Great Lakes, where 7-9 week flowering finishes ahead of October rains. Death Star is photoperiod, which means you control when it flowers by switching from 18/6 (vegetative) to 12/12 (flowering). Most indoor growers veg for 4-6 weeks before the flip. Indoor yields land around up to 350 g/m2 under quality LED, and outdoor plants given full sun and 5-7 gallon containers reliably produce up to 400 g/plant. Expected plant height is Up to 160 cm, with intermediate cultivation difficulty. Practical tips that move the needle: apply low-stress training in week 2 of veg, bend the main stem horizontally and tie down to expose lower nodes; and flush nutrients in the final 10-14 days for cleaner flavor; trichomes finish properly even on plain pH-adjusted water. The most common challenge growers report is calcium and magnesium supplementation under bright LED lighting; cal-mag at 2-3 mL/gal from week 2 prevents the most common deficiency.
Death StarLineage & Genetics
Death Star is offered in the Royal King Seeds catalog. Read the description on this page as a general profile rather than a guarantee of your specific pack; expect some phenotype variation between packs.
Where to Buy Death Star Seeds in the USA
Death Star seeds ship from Royal King Seeds from within the United States. Estimated delivery is approximately 5-7 business days; actual timing varies by destination and carrier.
Death Star FAQ
Is Death Star indica or sativa?+
Death Star is a indica-dominant with a 70% indica / 30% sativa split. The effects lean toward physical relaxation and a calm, settled headspace.
How long does Death Star take to flower?+
Death Star flowers in 55-65 days once you flip to 12/12 light cycle. Outdoor harvest typically lands in late September to mid-October across most US zones.
What is the THC content of Death Star?+
Death Star tests at approximately 24% THC when grown to its potential. Real-world numbers depend on grow conditions, harvest timing, and curing, well-grown phenotypes can land at the high end of that range, while poorly cured flower tests lower.
Is Death Star good for beginner growers?+
Death Star is rated intermediate difficulty. Photoperiod genetics give you control over plant size and harvest timing, which means a bit more responsibility for getting the schedule right. Most growers with one harvest behind them handle this strain without difficulty.
Where can I buy Death Star seeds in the USA?+
Royal King Seeds ships Death Star seeds from within the United States, with estimated delivery in approximately 5-7 business days. The product page is at https://royalkingseeds.us/death-star-feminized.