Gary Poppins strain guide
Gary Poppins is a hybrid from Exotic Genetix that crosses Gary Payton with Red Runtz. People know it for a sweet candy and cherry smell with diesel underneath and a happy, relaxed feel, and for listings that put it among the stronger strains around.
Where does Gary Poppins come from?
Gary Poppins comes from the breeder Exotic Genetix. The cross is Gary Payton, the gassy Cookies strain, and Red Runtz, a candy-sweet member of the Runtz family.
Beyond the breeder and the cross, its history isn't well documented.
What does Gary Poppins smell and taste like?
Expect sweetness up front: candy and cherry, with some people picking up vanilla or a buttery note. Underneath sits diesel and an earthy, spicy edge from the Gary Payton side. The taste is often described as sweet and a little sour, with lemon and herbal notes. One reviewer found it musky at first.
There isn't much terpene data published. Caryophyllene is the one listed as dominant, which fits that peppery, spicy base under the sugar.
Gary Poppins effects: what people report
People most often describe Gary Poppins as euphoric, relaxed and happy, with an uplifted mood and some saying it feels energetic or creative early on. Listings call it an even hybrid, though at least one reviewer felt it leaned heavier.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints.
How strong is Gary Poppins?
Gary Poppins is a very high-THC strain. Published listings put it at about 25% to 30% THC, with very little CBD.
Reviewers suggest beginners take it slow, and that's good advice. Start with a small amount and wait before having more. The THC number on your label matters more than the strain name.
Buying Gary Poppins in Canada
Gary Poppins is one of many Gary Payton crosses, so read the name carefully. Strawberry Gary and Gary Payton itself are different strains with similar names.
Check the THC number, the terpenes if they're listed and the packaging date, since fresher flower holds on to more of that candy smell.
Gary Poppins vs Gary Payton
Gary Payton is one of Gary Poppins's parents, and the difference is mostly sweetness. Gary Payton is gassy, peppery and savoury, while Gary Poppins takes the candy and cherry notes from its Red Runtz side and keeps the diesel underneath. Both are listed high in THC, with Gary Poppins often a little higher, and both get called happy and relaxed. If you like gas first, go with Gary Payton. If you want that gas with a candy coating, try Gary Poppins.
Strains like Gary Poppins
If you like Gary Poppins, these are the closest matches:
- Gary Payton: one parent, gassy and peppery with less sugar.
- Red Runtz: the other parent, candy-sweet and fruity.
- Strawberry Gary: another Gary Payton cross with a fruitier top.
- Runtz: the candy-smelling strain behind Red Runtz.
