Lemon Meringue Hybrid (~60% sativa / 40% indica)

Lemon Meringue is recorded as a hybrid (~60% sativa / 40% indica) cannabis cultivar. It is listed with the parent cross Lemon Skunk × Cookies and Cream. Commonly reported effects associated with this cultivar include creative, uplifting, social.

About

Lemon Meringue is a hybrid cannabis strain produced by crossing Lemon Skunk with Cookies and Cream. The resulting genetic profile sits at roughly 60% sativa and 40% indica, placing it firmly in hybrid territory with a modest lean toward the sativa side of the spectrum. THC content typically falls between 18% and 22%, making it a moderately potent selection that rewards attentive cultivation. The terpene profile is led by limonene, which accounts for the strain's most recognizable aromatic quality — a sharp, clean citrus character that comes through clearly on the nose and carries into the flavor. Myrcene adds an earthy, grounding undertone beneath that brightness, while caryophyllene contributes a mild spice that rounds out the overall taste. Together, these three terpenes produce a flavor experience growers and consumers commonly describe as citrus-forward with earthy, sweet, and spiced secondary notes — a profile that reads coherently given the lineage on both sides of the cross. Effects are commonly reported as creative, uplifting, and social in character. Users frequently describe a mentally engaged, energetic quality rather than heavy sedation, which aligns with the sativa-leaning genetic split. These are experiential reports and individual responses will vary. From a cultivation standpoint, Lemon Meringue is generally rated as intermediate in difficulty, meaning it is not the most forgiving strain for a first-time grower but is well within reach for someone with a full grow cycle or two of experience. Flowering time runs 8 to 9 weeks, which sits in a reasonable range for a hybrid of this type. Yield potential is rated moderate to high, suggesting the plant is capable of solid returns when given proper environmental management, feeding, and training. Growers should expect that realizing the upper end of that yield range will require attention to canopy management and consistency in care throughout the flowering period. As a cross of Lemon Skunk and Cookies and Cream, Lemon Meringue draws on two parent strains with distinct but complementary traits — the citrus-dominant terpene character of one side and the sweet, dense structure associated with the other. The combination produces a strain with a clear aromatic identity and a growth profile that makes it a practical choice for intermediate cultivators looking for reliable output alongside a distinct flavor profile.

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Attributes

THC range 18%–22%
Terpenes Limonene, Myrcene, Caryophyllene
Commonly reported effects Creative, Uplifting, Social
Commonly reported flavors Citrus, Earthy, Sweet, Spice
Flowering time 8–9 weeks
Difficulty Intermediate
Yield potential Moderate to High