How to grow Cake Bomb Fast Version
What’s up, fellow cultivator! Do you love the idea of growing dense, frosty, dessert-flavored buds but don’t have the patience for a long flowering time? Then you’ve come to the right place. Meet Cake Bomb Fast Version, all the explosive flavor and potency of the original, but on a turbocharged schedule! This is the strain you grow when you want top-shelf quality without the wait.
This hybrid is a dream for growers who value efficiency. It’s robust, resilient, and ready to reward you with a sweet, cake-like aroma that will make your grow room the envy of the neighborhood. As your trusted guide, I’m here to educate you and help you nurture this speedy plant from a tiny seed into a truly delicious homegrown harvest. Let’s get growing!
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Cake Bomb Fast Version
THC: 15% - 19%
Phenotype: Mostly Indica
Day to flower: 7 - 8 weeks
Cake Bomb
- THC: 15 - 20%
- Phenotype: Mostly Hybrid
- Day to flower: 8 - 10 weeks
From Seed to Speedy Slice: The Full Grow-Along
The “Fast Version” genetics mean this plant is on a mission. It grows vigorously and finishes fast, so let’s get right to it.
Germination: Lighting the Candles
Every great cake starts with a spark. For us, it’s a taproot. The paper towel method is a can’t-miss technique.
- Soak: Give your seeds a 12 to 24-hour soak in a glass of room-temperature water.
- Wrap: Place the hydrated seeds between two paper towels that are damp, but not dripping wet.
- Keep it Warm & Dark: Put your paper towel setup inside a Ziploc bag or between two plates.
- Sprout!: In 24-72 hours, a tiny white root will emerge. It’s go-time! Carefully plant it about a half-inch deep in your starter pot, with the root pointing down.
Common Mistake to Avoid: Planting too deep. A tiny seedling only has so much energy. Planting it just a half-inch deep makes it easy for it to push through the soil and reach for the light.
The Vegetative Stage: A Quick Rise
Because this is a Fast Version, the vegetative stage will be vigorous but a bit shorter than a standard photoperiod strain.
- Light Cycle: You need long “days” to promote strong vegetative growth. An 18/6 light cycle (18 hours of light, 6 of darkness) is perfect.
- Nutrient Needs: Your plant is hungry for Nitrogen (N) during this rapid growth phase. Use a well-balanced “grow” fertilizer to fuel its development.
- Train Early: To maximize your yield, you’ll want to start training early. Low-Stress Training (LST) is perfect for this strain. Gently bending the main stem will encourage side branches to grow up, creating a wider, more productive canopy.
The Flowering Stage: The Frosting on the Cake
This is where the speed really shows. To trigger flowering, you MUST switch your lights to a strict 12/12 cycle (12 hours of light, 12 hours of absolute darkness).
The flowering time for Cake Bomb Fast Version is a wonderfully quick 7-9 weeks. During this time, the plant will focus all its energy on producing incredibly dense, resinous buds. The sweet, cakey, and earthy aroma will become very powerful. It’s truly a treat for the senses!
When you flip your lights, switch to a “bloom” fertilizer that is higher in Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) to support this amazing flower production.
Common Mistake to Avoid: High Humidity. Those dense, beautiful buds are a magnet for mold if your humidity is too high. It is CRITICAL to keep your humidity levels lower (around 40-50%) and ensure good airflow during the flowering stage.
Promos & Deals
Indoor vs. Outdoor: Choosing Your Bakery
Cake Bomb Fast Version is a versatile strain that can be grown in any setting with a bit of planning.
Growing Indoors This is where you can create the perfect, controlled environment to produce top-shelf buds.
- Height: This is a very manageable plant for indoor grows. Expect a final height between 3 to 4 feet (about 90-120 cm). Its bushy structure is perfect for filling out a tent.
- Odor Control: I’ll say it again: this strain is aromatic! That sweet, pungent, cake-like smell is a dead giveaway. A good carbon filter is absolutely essential for a discreet indoor grow.
Growing Outdoors The “Fast Version” aspect is a HUGE advantage for outdoor growers, especially in certain climates.
- Height Potential: Unrestrained outdoors, this plant can stretch up to 5 feet (150 cm) or a bit more.
Best U.S. Cities and Climates: This strain loves warm, sunny weather. The fast version makes it perfect for regions with shorter summers.
- California (Los Angeles, San Diego): The warm, dry, and sunny climate is a perfect match.
- The Pacific Northwest (Seattle, Portland): The quick flowering time means you can easily finish a full harvest during the peak summer months before the autumn rains arrive. This is a game-changer for growers in this region!
- The East Coast (Raleigh, Charleston): The longer growing seasons are great, but the fast version gives you more flexibility to avoid the peak humidity of late summer.
Pro-Level Playbook: Cloning and Delicious Extractions
Cloning: Get Another Slice of the Cake
Find a specific Cake Bomb plant that has the perfect flavor and high? Don’t let those amazing genetics go!
- Select & Snip: Take a healthy 4-6 inch cutting from a lower branch of a mother plant in her vegetative stage. Use a sterile razor for a clean cut.
- Hormone Dip: Immediately dip the cut end in a rooting hormone to inspire vigorous root growth.
- Plant It: Place the cutting into a moist starter cube like Rockwool.
- Keep It Humid: Cover your new clones with a humidity dome to keep them from wilting.
- Another Batch in the Oven: In about two weeks, you’ll have a rooted clone that’s a perfect genetic copy of your prized mother!
What to Do With Your Trim? Make the Best Edibles Ever!
A sustainable grower uses every part of the harvest. The frosty trim from your Cake Bomb is a flavor explosion waiting to happen.
Given its name and flavor profile, this is THE strain for making incredible edibles. Infusing your trim into butter or coconut oil will create a base for some of the most delicious and potent cookies, brownies, or treats you’ve ever had. You can also make top-tier extracts like rosin or BHO to capture its potent effects and flavor in a concentrated form.
The Grand Finale: Harvest, Dry & Cure
You’ve made it! Get a jeweler’s loupe and look at the trichomes. When they have changed from clear to mostly milky-white, with just a hint of amber, you’ve reached peak potency.
- The Chop: Cut your plants and trim away the large fan leaves.
- The Slow Dry: Hang the branches in a dark room with good airflow, a temperature around 60-70°F (15-21°C), and humidity around 50-55%. This usually takes 7-10 days.
- The Cure: This is the final step for amazing flavor. Trim the buds and place them in airtight glass jars. “Burp” the jars daily for the first couple of weeks. A proper cure of at least two to three weeks is what will bring out that deep, rich, sweet cake flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main benefit of a “Fast Version” strain?
Speed! It’s a photoperiod strain that has been specifically bred to have a shorter flowering time. This means you get to harvest your buds several weeks earlier than a standard version, which is great for impatient growers or those in climates with short summers.
What are the effects of Cake Bomb like?
It’s a classic powerful hybrid high. It usually starts with a wave of cerebral euphoria that lifts your mood and inspires creativity. This then melts into a deep, soothing body relaxation that’s great for stress and muscle tension. It’s potent, so a little goes a long way!
Is this a good strain for a beginner?
Yes, it can be! Its genetics make it fairly resilient. As long as a new grower pays close attention to humidity during the flowering stage and is careful not to overfeed, it’s a very manageable and rewarding plant to innovate your skills with.
How can I best prevent mold with this strain?
Airflow is EVERYTHING. Make sure your plants aren’t too crowded. Prune some of the large fan leaves that are blocking airflow in the middle of the plant (defoliation). And use oscillating fans to keep the air moving gently around your buds.
How big will my yield be if it grows so fast?
Don’t let the speed fool you! “Fast Version” refers to the flowering time, not a reduction in yield. This plant is known for producing very generous harvests of dense, heavy, high-quality buds.
