Headband Strain Feminized SeedsOG Kush × Sour Diesel, named for the pressure some users feel
4.81 out of 5 · 21 reviewsThe Headband strain is an OG Kush × Sour Diesel hybrid named for the gentle pressure around the forehead and temples that some users feel, as if wearing a snug band. DNA Genetics sells its seed version through the Reserva Privada line as Sour Kush. Expect a fuel-and-lemon aroma, THC reported around 17–26% and an indoor bloom of about 8 to 10 weeks. These feminized seeds grow female plants.
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What is the Headband strain?
Headband is an indica-leaning hybrid of OG Kush and Sour Diesel, best known in the seed version DNA Genetics releases through its Reserva Privada line as Sour Kush. It is listed at about 17–26% THC with very little CBD, smells of diesel and lemon, and flowers in roughly 8 to 10 weeks indoors. Its name comes from a pressure some people feel around the head, like a tight band.
Ratio from AllBud; SeedFinder lists Reserva Privada's Headband as mostly indica.
Many users report a squeezing feeling around the temples and forehead, which gave Headband its name.
Headband strain specs
Headband's numbers come from Reserva Privada's breeder notes and grower reports on SeedFinder, with THC and effects from AllBud, Weedmaps and Cannigma's lab averages. Several different plants are sold as Headband, so these figures describe the OG Kush × Sour Diesel seed line.
| Type | Indica-dominant hybrid, about 60% indica / 40% sativa |
|---|---|
| Genetics | Sour Diesel (mother) × OG Kush (reversed to make feminized seed) |
| Bred by | Best known from DNA Genetics / Reserva Privada as Sour Kush; earlier origins are disputed |
| THC | About 17–24% (AllBud) to 19–26% (Weedmaps); lab average near 21% (Cannigma) |
| CBD | Under 0.5% |
| Main terpenes | Myrcene, caryophyllene, limonene, pinene |
| Aroma & flavor | Diesel, lemon, sour citrus, earthy kush, smooth and creamy finish |
| Reported effects | Euphoric, relaxed, creative, happy, with a feeling of head pressure |
| Seed type | Feminized (female plants) |
|---|---|
| Flowering indoors | 8–10 weeks (breeder about 63 days; grow reports 57–67) |
| Outdoor harvest | Mid-October (Northern Hemisphere) |
| Height | Medium; plants grow about 1.5× taller after the light change |
| Yield | High in breeder and grower reports |
| Difficulty | Easy to moderate |
| Best methods | SCROG, topping the main stem, stakes during bloom |
| Climate | Indoors, or warm regions with a mild, dry fall |
Where does the Headband strain come from?
The Headband sold as seed today is a cross of Sour Diesel and OG Kush, and the best-documented version comes from DNA Genetics and its Reserva Privada label. DNA calls it Sour Kush, the strain formerly known as Headband, and says it was made by reversing an OG Kush plant so its pollen could fertilize a Sour Diesel mother. Reversing a female is what lets a breeder make feminized seeds.
The name itself is older and messier. Weedmaps and Cannigma link early Headband stories to East Coast Diesel cuts from the 1990s, known by names such as Underdawg and Daywrecker Diesel, while California clone-only cuts like 707 Headband circulate under similar names. Reserva Privada says its seed line is not one of those clones. Whatever the full history, the OG Kush and Sour Diesel pairing explains Headband's lemon-and-fuel nose and its solid kush body.
Why is it called Headband?
Headband is named for a pressure that many users feel wrapping around the forehead and temples, as if they had a snug headband on. Weedmaps and Cannigma both tie the name to this sensation, which tends to show up with the first rush of the high. Not everyone notices it, and how strong it feels varies with the dose and the plant.
Headband, Headband OG and 707 Headband are not always the same plant. Seed versions like this one are OG Kush × Sour Diesel; clone-only cuts with similar names can have different backgrounds.
What does Headband taste like, and how does it feel?
Aroma and flavor
Headband tastes of lemon and diesel fuel on an earthy kush base, and many smokers describe it as smooth and creamy rather than harsh.
- Lemon
- Diesel
- Sour citrus
- Earthy
- Creamy
- Hash
Terpenes
- Myrcene
- Earthy and musky; highest in lab averages
- Caryophyllene
- Black-pepper spice
- Limonene
- Lemon top note
- Pinene
- Fresh pine edge
Headband's terpene figures are lab averages compiled by Cannigma; single plants can rank them differently.
Reported effects
People who smoke Headband usually report a euphoric, creative head high balanced by steady body relaxation, plus the squeeze around the temples that gave it its name. Higher doses can feel spacey and heavy.
- Euphoric
- Relaxed
- Creative
- Happy
- Uplifted
Headband's common downsides are dry mouth and dry eyes; some users also mention dizziness or a spacey feeling that gets in the way of daytime tasks.
These Headband effects draw on AllBud, Weedmaps and Cannigma user data. Responses differ between people, and nothing here is medical advice.
How do you grow Headband seeds?
Headband seeds are a fairly easy grow: veg the plants until they fill about half the space, flower for 8 to 10 weeks, and support the branches through the stretch. The plants handle pruning well, clone easily and reward a SCROG net.
- Germinate2–7 days
Feminized Headband seeds should all grow female; start them in small pots and move up once roots fill the container.
- Vegetate4–6 weeks
Top the main stem and spread the branches. Take cuttings now if you want a mother plant; the breeder says Headband clones root in 8 to 10 days.
- Flower8–10 weeks
Height grows by about half after the light change. Stake or net the branches, since the buds harden and gain weight late in bloom.
- HarvestDay ~60–67 · mid-October outdoors
Indica-leaning plants tend to finish near day 60 and sativa-leaning ones closer to day 67. Judge by trichome color.
Grow tips for Headband
- Flip at half height. Headband stretched about 1.5 times in SeedFinder grow reports, so start flowering when plants reach roughly half your usable height.
- Use a screen. Weedmaps notes that a SCROG net improves Headband's yield and bud quality by evening out the canopy.
- Watch for two phenotypes. Growers describe a fuel-heavy, indica-leaning Headband that finishes sooner and yields more, and a milder-smelling, sativa-leaning type that runs about a week longer.
- Run a carbon filter. Headband's diesel and lemon aroma is strong enough to fill a room, so start odor control from mid-bloom.
- Outdoors, choose a warm fall. Headband finishes around mid-October, so it needs a site where autumn stays mild and fairly dry.
- Keep late-bloom humidity in check. Growers report good resistance to fungal problems, but the dense late buds still need moving air and humidity under about 50%.
Is Headband the right strain for you?
Great pick if you
- Like diesel and lemon flavors on a kush base
- Want a euphoric but relaxed strain for evenings or weekends
- Grow indoors and can run a SCROG or support net
- Want feminized seeds from a well-known OG Kush × Sour Diesel line
Think twice if you
- Dislike a tight, pressure-like feeling in the head
- Need an outdoor harvest before October
- Can't control strong odors
- Want a plant that finishes in under 8 weeks
Headband strain FAQ
Is Headband indica or sativa?
Headband is an indica-dominant hybrid, about 60% indica according to AllBud, and SeedFinder lists Reserva Privada's version as mostly indica. The Sour Diesel parent adds a lively, heady start, so many users find it more balanced than the ratio suggests.
Why is the strain called Headband?
Headband takes its name from the pressure some users feel around the forehead and temples, similar to wearing a snug headband. Many people notice the sensation, but not everyone does.
What are Headband's parents?
Headband is a cross of Sour Diesel and OG Kush. DNA Genetics made its seed version, sold as Sour Kush, by reversing an OG Kush plant to pollinate a Sour Diesel mother.
Is Sour Kush the same as Headband?
In DNA Genetics' catalog, yes. The breeder sells its OG Kush × Sour Diesel cross as Sour Kush, the strain formerly known as Headband. Other products sold as Sour Kush or Headband may come from different sources, so check the listed genetics.
Is Headband the same as 707 Headband?
Not necessarily. 707 Headband is a California clone-only cut, and Reserva Privada says its Headband seeds are not that clone. Both share Kush and Diesel heritage, but they are separate plants.
How much THC does Headband have?
Headband is reported at about 17–24% THC on AllBud and 19–26% on Weedmaps, with a lab average near 21% in Cannigma's data. CBD is usually under 0.5%.
How long does Headband take to flower?
Headband flowers in about 8 to 10 weeks indoors. The breeder lists around 63 days and grow reports range from 57 to 67 days; outdoors it finishes around mid-October.
What does Headband taste like?
Headband tastes of lemon and diesel over earthy kush, and many smokers call the smoke smooth and creamy. Some growers also describe a hash-like flavor once the buds are dried and jarred.
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M. Evans –
A single strain hit your head high relaxing feeling like someone do head massage. If you like the smell of a diesel you’re on the right track, Headband has smooth smoke scented diesel with lemon perfect combo. Unique berries and pepper flavor is a good mixed. Takes 7 weeks to bloom and enjoy heavy yields.
Andrew Towns –
It has a rich and velvety finish when you smoke it! Very smooth and yummy, combines the earthy and fruity flavors well! As for the seeds, I got average yields from this medium sized plant. Wasn’t anything mind-blowing but I’m not complaining. It might do better outdoors, will try it real soon. Amazing relax highs, hits you right in the sweet spot! It is strong enough to give your body a nice body rub without crashing. Happy with these seeds!
Mark Connor –
Thankfully, I found this strain a few months ago when I was researching for a marijuana seed that I could plant in both indoor and outdoor for personal use. I was looking for a perfect mix of quality and quantity. Yield is great and also the effect kicks in like hitting the bull’s eye! I could not forget the first time I used it. It was fun that night! The rest is history. ::)
Desire Franchet –
I got all 5 of my seeds to germ without any issues, and they grew super resistant in just about 8 weeks time. The buzz is really unique, very relaxing . Wakes me up and puts a smile on my face every time. Definitely a great grow highly recommend!
MonDemers –
It grows as I expected, first time growing first time outdoor Headband feminized particularly with regards to germination and a amazing plants. It was a great strain to grow since was my fist time. I recommend this strain to anyone growing outdoors!
Samuel Fields –
Headband is an incredible variety, it has a very exquisite flavor and a spectacular bearing that leaves any grower surprised. Beaver seeds is my favorite seed bank since they only make top quality genetics with seeds that germinate healthy and strong. Without a doubt the best genetics that I have seen in person and that I have tried. Excellent Strain!
Patrick Martin –
Among all the strains I have grown, this has definitely been the best. Compact and very resinous buds. Pleasant smell and powerful flavor. Very strong cerebral and physical effect. It will not be the last purchase without a doubt. I loved it!!
Jerome Ortiz –
A real beauty and marvelous aroma and color. An extraordinary strain that reflects the work and effort that goes into these varieties in order to obtain a quality seed and a great producer of buds. A delight strain that everyone should try!
Norman Patton –
Very easy to grow, she doesn’t complain about a thing. Very fast girl too. It is an Excellent Plant in flavor, aroma and the Sensational and Relaxing trip an incredible Experience to taste this strain that every grower cannot stop trying. Definitely a strain worth growing again!
Michael V. –
This is an absolutely fantastic strain. She grew perfectly on her own and with some training. It makes me want to be able to run more girls. Incredibly powerful effects that become noticeable very quickly. You do actually feel like there is a headband on you. Will be purchasing again as I’m very impressed and would like to add this to my list.