Apple Tartz

breed by Clearwater Genetics

Here you can find all info about Apple Tartz from Clearwater Genetics. If you are searching for information about Apple Tartz from Clearwater Genetics, check out our: Basic infos, Gallery, Degustation, Awards, Strain Reviews, Direct Comparisons, Lineage / Genealogy, Hybrids / Crossbreeds, User comments, for this cannabis variety here at this page and follow the links to get even more information. Or list all Apple Tartz Strains (± 2) If you have any personal experiences with growing or consuming this cannabis variety, please use the upload links to add them to the database!

Basic infos

Apple Tartz is an indica / sativa from Clearwater Genetics and can be cultivated indoors and outdoors Clearwater Genetics's Apple Tartz is only available as feminized seeds.

Clearwater Genetics Description

Apple Tartz is a balanced hybrid strain from Colorado Springs, US. It combines genetics from popular modern American hybrids and boasts fruity aromas reminiscent of the hearty dessert it is named after. Containing around 25% THC and lots of terps, Apple Tartz is very powerful and produces strong effects that are relaxing and very appealing to both recreational and medical users. Keep reading to learn all there is to know about the Apple Tartz cannabis strain.

History of the Apple Tartz Strain

Apple Tartz is a hybrid cannabis variety developed by Clearwater Genetics—a collective of growers and breeders based in Colorado Springs, US. Unfortunately, Clearwater Genetics is a very low-key brand and has shared very little information about its origins and history. Similarly, Clearwater Genetics provides little-to-no information about the lineage of its strains, including Apple Tartz. However, even with the strain's mysterious origins, that didn't stop Leafly from naming it their 'Strain Of Summer' in 2022.

Genetic Lineage of Apple Tartz

Clearwater Genetics created Apple Tartz by crossing two highly-revered modern hybrids: Apple Fritter and Runtz. Below, we'll look at both of these strains in more detail to find out how they've influenced the traits of Apple Tartz.

Apple Fritter is the first strain used to create the Apple Tartz hybrid. It was created by Lumpy's Flowers, a craft cannabis brand from North California. Josh Veal founded Lumpy's Flowers, which comprises a team of expert growers and breeders focused on producing top-shelf flowers for recreational and medical users. Apple Fritter is arguably the brand's most successful strain; after its creation in 2013 by Lumpy's co-founder Jason Dias, Apple Fritter was winning over smokers almost immediately with its bold aromas and potent effects.

A cross of Sour Apple and Animal Cookies, Apple Fritter is a direct descendant of the beloved Cookies and Diesel lines that have influenced many modern hybrids. In Apple Tartz, you may recognize some upfront apple aromas, as well as hints of dark spices like cinnamon, both of which come from Apple Fritter. Apple Fritter's dense bud structure and beautiful purple hues also shine through in its progeny.

Apple Tartz's second parent is Runtz—arguably one of the most popular strains to have been created in the last decade. While the strain was developed by a mysterious breeder known only as Nick, much of Runtz's success comes from the unique marketing approach of the Runtz Crew founded by rapper Yung LB and his manager Ray Bama. By teaming up with Berner and Cookies, Runtz Crew has made Runtz an international sensation treasured by smokers and growers worldwide. Combining Zkittlez and Gelato genetics, Runtz is known for its super sweet and fruity aroma, as well as its uplifting, happy, yet relaxing effects. Some traits of Runtz passed down to Apple Tartz include its berry, fruity aroma, dense resin production, sweetness, and happy yet soothing effects.

Physical Characteristics of Apple Tartz

Apple Tartz looks like a reasonably well-balanced hybrid strain. These plants seem to veg very vigorously and grow into tight bushes with compact nodes, broad leaves, and beautiful dark green colors. In fact, Apple Tartz is such a vigorous grower that some cultivators have seen her outgrow pots as big as 55l.

As they veg, Apple Tartz plants tend to grow very tall and produce a strong main stem/cola, as well as several side branches that like to compete for the top of the canopy. Once in bloom, Apple Tartz plants stretch considerably, reaching even taller heights and developing a thick cover of large leaves.

As they flower, Apple Tartz plants typically get heavy with dense buds that boast a tight structure and very few leaves (which makes for easy trimming come harvest time). Like its Apple Fritter parent, Apple Tartz takes on dark colors close to harvest and produces flowers that combine bright green and purple shades and fiery red pistils, all under a glistening sheen of trichomes.

Properties/Effects of Apple Tartz

Apple Tartz is rich in cannabinoids and terpenes. According to some sources, this strain produces roughly 25–26% THC (though some batches test higher) and around 1% CBG and other secondary cannabinoids.

According to some user reports, Apple Tartz is especially rich in myrcene, pinene, and limonene, which combine to produce a dense, pungent aroma with berry notes, grassy overtones, and a unique underlying creaminess. Notes of cinnamon and other dark spices also shine through very clearly in Apple Tartz's aroma, as do some earthy cookie undertones. The strain's flavor is similar, though slightly more earthy and piney.

As you'd expect from a strain with such rich concentrations of cannabinoids and terps, Apple Tartz is very potent. Usually, 1–2 hits are all it takes for this strain to start delivering its effects, which very quickly take over the entire body, leaving you in a warm, tingly, and relaxed buzz. These physical effects come accompanied by some cerebral stimulus which, depending on your tolerance and mental state, may leave you feeling uplifted and social or quiet and introspective.

Most users find Apple Tartz pleasantly relaxing in small doses—ideal for enjoying a lazy afternoon out in the sun or a cozy night inside. However, Apple Tartz can become very sedative in larger doses and put you into a deep, restorative sleep. Users with a high tolerance, however, report using this strain in the morning or during the day without any problems.

Uses of Apple Tartz

Apple Tartz is a popular strain, which isn't surprising given its potent THC levels and dank terpenes. Recreational users, for example, especially love Apple Tartz for its intense aromas and smell, as well as its blend of physical relaxation and mental positivity. According to different user reports, recreational smokers enjoy Apple Tartz:

• While relaxing at home after a long day

• Before bed

• While watching movies or TV

• While sunbathing or relaxing outdoors

• On weekends or public holidays

• While meditating

• Before a wholesome dinner or dessert

Given its strong physical stone and relaxing effects, it's no surprise that Apple Tartz is very popular among medical marijuana patients (MMJ) as well. Of course, every patient's needs are different, but reports from MMJ patients suggest that Apple Tartz may help with:

• Mood-related disorders

• Sleep issues

• Appetite management

• Physical discomfort

As is the case with any high-THC cannabis strain, Apple Tartz can produce side effects, especially in users with a low tolerance. These side effects may include:

• Headaches

• Dizziness

• Anxiety

• Paranoia

• Ruminations or overthinking

Cultivation/Production of Apple Tartz

Apple Tartz is no longer listed on the Clearwater Genetics website, suggesting that it is no longer available in seed form directly from the breeder. However, some vendors may still stock Apple Tartz seeds, or clones may also be available from select dispensaries and growers. Below, we've compiled grow information about this strain from different cultivators.

As mentioned, Apple Tartz is a vigorous strain capable of reaching prominent heights. Hence, many growers use low-stress training (LST) and high-stress training (HST), such as topping, mainlining, and super cropping, to control the strain's height. In fact, some indoor growers even opt to cut down Apple Tartz's veg time to keep the plant at more manageable sizes. According to grower reports, Apple Tartz is pretty versatile and can be grown in soil and hydro setups, as well as outdoors and inside (though indoor growers should keep the strain's height in mind).

Once in bloom, Apple Tartz stretches notably and develops a thick canopy. The Screen of Green (ScrOG) technique can help with this, providing adequate light flow to the plant's most important bud sites. Indoors, Apple Tartz usually takes eight weeks to reach maturity. The yields with this strain aren't known and can vary depending on your growing style/skill.

Apple Tartz: A Sweet, Fruity Dessert Strain Bred From Runtz and Apple Fritter

Apple Tartz is a popular cannabis hybrid bred by Clearwater Genetics in Colorado. Combining genetics from Apple Fritter and Runtz, Apple Tartz boasts a sweet fruity aroma with notes of cinnamon and earthy cookies. Plus, thanks to its high THC concentrations and rich terps, Apple Fritter produces strong, long-lasting effects that can be relaxing for users with a tolerance and outright sedating for novices. Both recreational smokers and MMJ patients report using this strain for various reasons, and growers applaud its vigor.