Watermelon Gelato strain guide
Watermelon Gelato is an indica-leaning hybrid of Watermelon Zkittlez and Gelato #45. People know it for a sweet, fruity smell with apple and citrus notes, and a giggly, relaxed feel. It brings together two of the best-known candy and dessert lines.
Where does Watermelon Gelato come from?
Sources agree on the parents: Watermelon Zkittlez, a fruity indica-leaning hybrid, and Gelato #45, one of the cuts of Gelato, the Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies cross.
Seed databases list Lit Farms as one breeder of the cross, and other breeders sell their own versions under the same name. Some products also carry a number, like Watermelon Gelato #36, which is a specific selection rather than a different strain.
What does Watermelon Gelato smell and taste like?
Expect fruit first. Descriptions mention apple, tropical fruit and grapefruit or citrus, with a sweet, slightly sour edge. Despite the name, watermelon itself isn't always the main note.
Limonene leads its published terpene results, followed by caryophyllene and myrcene. Limonene brings the citrus, caryophyllene a peppery touch and myrcene a softer, earthy side. The taste is usually sweet and fruity with a creamy finish from the Gelato side.
Watermelon Gelato effects: what people report
People most often describe it as giggly, relaxed and uplifted. Some reviews mention a hazy, cerebral start that settles into a calm body feel, and a few people say it made them sleepy. Reviewers don't fully agree on whether it feels more indica or sativa.
These are experiences people report, not promises. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the usual complaints, and some people mention feeling anxious.
How strong is Watermelon Gelato?
Published listings put it at about 19% to 24% THC, with little or no CBD. One database also lists a small amount of CBG.
If you're new to it, start small and wait before having more. The numbers on your product's label matter more than the strain name.
Buying Watermelon Gelato in Canada
Look closely at the name on the package. Watermelon Gelato, Watermelon Zkittlez and Watermelon Runtz are different strains, and numbered cuts like #36 may smell a little different from other versions.
Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that fruity smell.
Watermelon Gelato vs Watermelon Zkittlez
Watermelon Zkittlez is one of Watermelon Gelato's parents. Both are fruity and indica-leaning, but Watermelon Zkittlez is the sweeter, more candy-like of the two, with a strong tropical side. Watermelon Gelato picks up apple and citrus notes plus a creamy finish from Gelato, and reviewers often call it giggly as well as relaxed. If you love pure candy fruit, try Watermelon Zkittlez. If you want some dessert in the mix, Watermelon Gelato is the pick.
Strains like Watermelon Gelato
If you like Watermelon Gelato, these are the closest matches:
- Watermelon Zkittlez: one of its parents, sweet and tropical with a relaxed reputation.
- Gelato #45: the other parent, a creamy cut of Gelato.
- Watermelon Runtz: also from Watermelon Zkittlez, with a candy watermelon smell.
- Gelato: the dessert strain behind Gelato #45, sweet and creamy with a peppery edge.
