Girl Scout Cookies Strain Feminized SeedsThe Bay Area OG Kush × Durban hybrid behind the Cookies family
5.00 out of 5 · 4 reviewsThe Girl Scout Cookies strain, now usually sold as GSC, is the San Francisco Bay Area hybrid that seeded a whole wave of dessert strains, including Sunset Sherbet, Gelato and Do-Si-Dos. It is generally traced to OG Kush and Durban Poison, is reported at up to about 24–28% THC and tastes sweet, earthy and minty. Every plant from these feminized seeds should be female, with buds ready roughly 8 to 10 weeks into bloom.
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What is the Girl Scout Cookies strain?
Girl Scout Cookies, now mostly sold as GSC, is an indica-dominant hybrid from the San Francisco Bay Area, linked to the Cookie Fam crew and generally described as OG Kush crossed with Durban Poison genetics. It became famous in the late 2000s and early 2010s through clone-only cuts such as Thin Mint, Forum and Platinum, and seed versions followed later. Feminized GSC flowers in about 8 to 10 weeks, is reported at up to about 24–28% THC and tastes sweet, earthy and minty.
AllBud and MSNL list about 60% indica; Sensi Seeds' White Label seed version calls its own line 50/50.
GSC genetics sit behind Sunset Sherbet, Gelato and Do-Si-Dos, which is why so many modern strains carry a Cookies name or flavor.
Girl Scout Cookies strain specs
GSC began as clone-only cuts, so no single breeder spec sheet exists. The grow figures below come from feminized seed listings (MSNL and Sensi Seeds' White Label line), checked against SeedFinder, Leafly and AllBud. Seed versions use different recipes, so read each number as a reported range.
| Type | Indica-dominant hybrid, about 60% indica / 40% sativa |
|---|---|
| Genetics | OG Kush × Durban Poison (often listed as F1 Durban); exact recipe disputed |
| Bred by | Cookie Fam (now Cookies), San Francisco Bay Area, late 2000s; feminized seed versions by several seed banks |
| THC | Up to about 24–28% (MSNL up to 24%, Leafly about 25%, AllBud up to 28%) |
| CBD | Low, under 1% |
| Main terpenes | Caryophyllene, myrcene, limonene; linalool in some lab tests |
| Aroma & flavor | Sweet, earthy, mint, spice, with cherry, lemon or dough on some plants |
| Reported effects | Euphoric, happy, creative, then relaxed and hungry |
| Seed type | Feminized (female plants) |
|---|---|
| Flowering indoors | 8–10 weeks; SeedFinder's clone-only entry gives about 67 days |
| Outdoor harvest | Late September to October (Northern Hemisphere) |
| Height | Medium, 100–180 cm (3.3–6 ft) in most listings; outdoor plants can reach 2–2.5 m (6.5–8 ft) |
| Yield | 400–500 g/m² (1.3–1.6 oz/ft²) indoors; up to about 500 g (18 oz) per plant outdoors |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Best methods | LST, topping, SCROG |
| Climate | Indoors, or warm temperate to subtropical outdoor gardens |
Where does the Girl Scout Cookies strain come from?
Girl Scout Cookies came out of the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 2000s, from the grower collective then known as the Cookie Fam, and is usually described as OG Kush crossed with Durban Poison. Leafly gives a more detailed version, Durban Poison mixed with the crew's secret F1 strain and then bred with OG Kush, and SeedFinder traces the tree to a South Florida OG Kush and F1 Durban. Jigga, an early Cookie Fam breeder, has been quoted as saying the popular origin stories were put out to stop copycats, so the exact recipe is still unconfirmed.
The original GSC spread as clone-only cuts, and SeedFinder notes the line wasn't stable early on, so several versions circulated, including the Thin Mint, Forum and Platinum cuts. After the Girl Scouts of the USA objected to dispensaries using its cookie name, most growers switched to GSC or Cookies. Feminized GSC seeds are later seed-bank recreations with differing recipes: Sensi Seeds' White Label version, for example, lists Durban, Hindu Kush and OG Kush in its background.
What is the difference between the Thin Mint, Forum and Platinum GSC cuts?
Thin Mint, Forum and Platinum are separate clone selections of Girl Scout Cookies, and growers still argue over which is closest to the original. Thin Mint is usually described as the most mint-forward, Platinum as a little sweeter, with spacey, relaxing effects, and one grower's forum report describes the Forum cut as a purple-tinged plant that yields less than the green cut. SeedFinder lists Thin Mint GSC as a probable relative of the original line.
Seeds aren't clones. Feminized GSC seeds produce a range of phenotypes, so your plants may lean toward any of these cuts rather than copying one exactly.
What does Girl Scout Cookies taste like, and how does it feel?
Aroma and flavor
GSC tastes sweet and earthy, with mint, a little spice and a doughy, cookie-like finish; some phenotypes add cherry or lemon notes.
- Sweet
- Earthy
- Mint
- Spice
- Cherry
- Lemon
Terpenes
- Caryophyllene
- Peppery warmth; Leafly lists it first for GSC
- Myrcene
- Earthy, herbal base
- Limonene
- Citrus brightness
- Linalool
- Floral note reported in Steep Hill lab tests
GSC's terpene mix varies between the clone cuts and between seed-grown phenotypes.
Reported effects
Users describe Girl Scout Cookies as a powerful, happy and euphoric high that turns into full-body relaxation, with a creative lift early on and, at higher doses, couch-lock and the munchies.
- Euphoric
- Happy
- Relaxed
- Creative
- Hungry
GSC users most often mention dry mouth and dry eyes as downsides, along with dizziness or anxious, jittery feelings for some users at high doses.
These Girl Scout Cookies effects summarize user reports on Leafly, AllBud and SeedFinder plus seed-bank notes. Everyone responds differently, and nothing here is medical advice.
How do you grow Girl Scout Cookies seeds?
Girl Scout Cookies feminized seeds grow into a medium, upward-branching plant: veg for a few weeks, train it into an even canopy, give it 8 to 10 weeks of bloom on a 12/12 schedule, feeding moderately and keeping late-bloom humidity low.
- GerminateAbout 1 week
GSC seedlings can start slowly; one SeedFinder grower notes the line vegs at a gentle pace and doesn't like stress.
- Vegetate4–6 weeks indoors
Use LST or topping while the branches are still flexible. Sensi's White Label notes say plants flowered at 30–40 cm finish around 100–125 cm.
- Flower8–10 weeks
Expect some stretch after the switch to 12/12, and set up carbon filtration, since GSC gets pungent late in bloom.
- HarvestDay ~60–70 · late Sept–Oct outdoors
Harvest by trichome color; GSC buds keep adding weight and resin in the last stretch of flowering.
Grow tips for Girl Scout Cookies
- Go easy on nutrients. MSNL warns that pushing GSC hard with feed causes more problems than it solves. Steady, moderate feeding works better.
- Keep changes gradual. A SeedFinder grower calls GSC stress-prone, so avoid sudden swings in temperature, watering or training.
- Watch for bud rot. A reviewer of Sensi's White Label GSC lost colas to rot. Keep humidity low and air moving through the dense flowers.
- Use the upward branching. Sensi notes that GSC branches strongly upward, so indoor plants can sit fairly close together or fill a SCROG net.
- Expect late color on some plants. Dark purple leaves and lavender tones can appear on some GSC plants late in flowering, which is normal for the strain.
- Plan for sticky trimming. GSC resin is thick enough to gum up scissors and grinders, so keep a spare pair of trimmers and some rubbing alcohol nearby.
Is Girl Scout Cookies the right strain for you?
Great pick if you
- Want the original Cookies genetics behind many modern dessert strains
- Like sweet, earthy, minty flavors
- Want a potent, happy, relaxing evening hybrid
- Want female plants without sexing
Think twice if you
- Want the biggest possible yield (SeedFinder calls GSC strong but not a big yielder)
- Grow somewhere you can't control strong smells
- Prefer a light, low-THC smoke
- Need a plant that shrugs off rough handling and big swings in conditions
Girl Scout Cookies strain FAQ
Is Girl Scout Cookies indica or sativa?
Girl Scout Cookies is an indica-dominant hybrid, usually listed at about 60% indica and 40% sativa. Users often describe an upbeat, euphoric start that settles into body relaxation, in line with its OG Kush and Durban Poison background.
Is GSC the same as Girl Scout Cookies?
Yes. GSC is the same strain as Girl Scout Cookies. Growers and dispensaries largely shortened the name to GSC or Cookies after the Girl Scouts of the USA objected to the use of its cookie name.
What are the parents of Girl Scout Cookies?
Girl Scout Cookies is generally described as OG Kush crossed with Durban Poison, often specified as a Florida OG Kush and F1 Durban. Leafly adds that the Durban side included Cookie Fam's secret F1, and the exact recipe has never been confirmed.
Who created Girl Scout Cookies?
GSC came from the Cookie Fam, now known as Cookies, a Bay Area collective associated with breeder Jigga and with Berner, who helped take the name mainstream. It became widely known in the late 2000s and early 2010s.
How much THC does Girl Scout Cookies have?
GSC is reported at up to about 24–28% THC with low CBD. MSNL lists up to 24% for its feminized seeds, Leafly about 25%, and AllBud up to 28%. Growing conditions and phenotype change the result.
How long does Girl Scout Cookies take to flower?
Girl Scout Cookies grown from feminized seed needs roughly 8 to 10 weeks of bloom once the light schedule changes to 12/12. SeedFinder's clone-only entry gives around 67 days, and outdoor plants are usually ready from late September into October.
How tall does Girl Scout Cookies grow?
Most seed listings give GSC a medium height of about 100–180 cm (3.3–6 ft). Sensi's White Label notes say outdoor and greenhouse plants can reach 200–250 cm (6.5–8 ft) by October.
How much does Girl Scout Cookies yield?
Seed banks quote roughly 1.3–1.6 oz per square foot (400–500 g/m²) indoors for feminized GSC. SeedFinder's clone-only entry calls it strong and tasty but not a big yielder, so good training and strong light matter.
What does Girl Scout Cookies taste like?
GSC tastes sweet and earthy with mint and spice, and some plants add cherry or lemon. Caryophyllene, myrcene and limonene are the terpenes most listings name.
What strains come from Girl Scout Cookies?
GSC is a parent or grandparent of many popular strains. Do-Si-Dos comes from OGKB, a GSC phenotype; Sunset Sherbet is GSC × Pink Panties; and Gelato combines Sunset Sherbet with Thin Mint GSC.
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David Connors –
This product is a real gem; it makes me want to get stoned and removes my tension and pain. It was also fairly easy to cultivate indoors, taking only a few months of work on my part. That being said, it took a little while to finish flowering and harvesting, so it’s not a huge concern. The nugs are really bright and cool, even though the cannabis itself is beautiful! are really delicious, freshly roasted nugs that I adore and eat every day. It’s fresh and cheerful, and it always makes me feel better when I’m down. Try it out!
Daven Calds –
Get your girl scout cookies over here; this stuff is a true gem that relieves pain my and tension while also making me want to get stoned. I’m anxious, nervous, and just thrilled where I can get bake out of my grown weed, and it only took me a few months of effort and was relatively simple to grow indoors, though it didn’t take too long to finish flowering and harvesting, which isn’t a big deal. Although the weed is lovely, the nugs are very bright and cool! This stuff is sativa-heavy and did make me feel energized and alert!
Douglas Caldwell –
My Girl Scout cookies have returned, and this time they are much better than before! I placed an order online and had the pot seeds delivered to my home in Canada, It’s my favorite strain of all time, and finally, I can grow it all on my own! I’m blown away! I germinated them in my backyard and got an attractive yield in about four months, all very high-quality, fresh nugs that I love and enjoy daily. It’s very upbeat and new, and it always brings me in a positive mood when I’m down. Give it a shot.
Antoine Paimboeuf –
She was a nice plant yielded as advertised and tall as advertised. Has a nice sweet and cookie taste like. Very Very Nice!