Moonbow

Where does Moonbow come from?

Moonbow is a cross of Zkittlez, known for its fruity candy smell, and a Do Si Dos plant. Most sources credit Archive Seed Bank, the Portland breeder that also made Do Si Dos. A few listings name other companies, but those look like sellers rather than the breeder.

The "112" you sometimes see on the label marks one particular selection, phenotype #112, rather than a separate strain. Archive has kept working the line since, and Moonbow has been used to breed newer strains like Rainbow Belts.

What does Moonbow smell and taste like?

Moonbow smells sweet first, with candy, berry and tropical fruit up front, then a layer of gas and earth from the Do Si Dos side. Some people also pick up citrus, grape or a floral note.

Terpene data for Moonbow is thin. Product listings most often name caryophyllene, limonene and myrcene, which would explain the peppery, citrusy and earthy notes. The taste is usually described as fruity candy on the inhale with a gassy finish.

Moonbow effects: what people report

People most often describe Moonbow as relaxed, happy and euphoric, with a calm feel more than a racing one. Some call it giggly or focused early on, while others say it turns heavy and sleepy at higher amounts.

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, and some newer users mention feeling anxious.

How strong is Moonbow?

Moonbow has a reputation as a very high-THC strain. The figures we found sit around 28% to 30% THC with very little CBD, but those are a few listings, not a broad set of lab results.

That's a lot, especially for a beginner. If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time before having more. The THC and CBD numbers for your batch are on the label.

Buying Moonbow in Canada

You may see it labelled Moonbow or Moonbow 112. Different producers grow different selections, so smell and THC can vary from one product to the next.

You might find it as dried flower, pre-rolls or vape cartridges. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of its candy smell.

Moonbow vs Do Si Dos

Do Si Dos is one of Moonbow's parents, and both come from Archive Seed Bank. Do Si Dos smells earthier and more floral, with a doughy cookie note, while Moonbow adds the bright, fruity candy of Zkittlez on top of that gassy base. Both get called relaxed, and Do Si Dos is more often described as sleepy. If you want earthy and heavy, go with Do Si Dos. If you'd like more sweetness in the jar, try Moonbow.

Strains like Moonbow

If you like Moonbow, these are the closest matches:

• Zkittlez: one of its parents, with the same fruity candy smell and a calm reputation.
• Do Si Dos: the other parent, earthier and more floral, with a little gas.
• Rainbow Belts: a newer strain bred from Moonbow, with a similar sweet candy profile.