Pink Banana Runtz is an indica-dominant USA hybrid cross from the ‘Antonio, by Dutch Passion’ collection. This limited edition indica cannabis strain was created by crossing Banana Z (from TerpHogz, the original breeder of the 'Z' genetics) with Gelato #33.

Antonio's goal with this new Runtz cross was to develop Runtz genetics with larger flowers and a higher yield than traditional Runtz varieties on the market (which often have smaller buds). This new cultivar therefore produces relatively large buds, especially the main colas, which can reach large proportions when grown under a good quality LED light.

An easy to grow, high-yielding hybrid with impressive traits

During the vegetative phase, the plants are generally compact and bushy, but once flowering begins, they undergo a good stretch phase. This allows the main buds to protrude nicely above the canopy, absorbing as much light as possible and becoming nicely thick.

The plants are ideal for both natural and SOG cultivation. They can also thrive in a SCROG, but in this case, it is recommended to give them a bit more pre-vegetation time and completely fill the SCROG net before setting the clock to 12/12.

In terms of bud structure, they generally have a more hybrid bud structure with dense buds that are not fluffy at all, but neither are they super compact. This makes them suitable for growing in a wide range of conditions, with slightly better resistance to higher humidity.

Very suitable for beginners. They can even be grown in a greenhouse or outdoors, preferably in warmer/drier regions. This is a cannabis variety that truly shines in a controlled indoor grow with powerful (LED) lights and good (preferably organic) nutrients. The flowering time averages between 8-9 weeks, with an XL yield.

Sweet, creamy terpenes and a powerful, long-lasting high

During the flowering phase, the elongated buds become literally covered in trichomes. From the 3rd to 4th week of flowering, the resin layer will increase rapidly. Towards the end of bloom, the buds are very sticky and aromatic. The refined terpene profile, with primarily sweet, fruity, and creamy notes, is a delight for anyone who loves good cannabis!

The aroma isn't overpowering, but much more subtle than you might expect. However, true connoisseurs will detect notes of tropical fruit, apple, banana, and creamy ice cream. The five most dominant terpenes are caryophyllene, linalool, limonene, humulene, and myrcene. THC levels are always on average well above 20% and even 25% (if grown properly under the right conditions).

This makes the high from this strain very strong and long-lasting, making her ideal for experienced users. It's a hybrid high with both physical and mental effects, slightly euphoric and uplifting, yet also deeply relaxing. In short, a delicious smoke!

For best results, grow her at an average temperature of 20-27º C (68-81F) with an RH of between 50-65% (max. 50% in mid and late flowering). Several phenotypes can develop beautiful pink and light purple hues on the larger leaves and in the sugar leaves towards the end of flowering. This creates a truly unique appearance and lives up to its name. Try our Pink Banana Runtz now!

Sour Fruit Tartare F1 – Limited Edition Freebie

Due to the positive community feedback on the freebies from the 2024 Limited Drop, Dutch Passion include a free Sour Fruit Tartare F1 seed with every 5-pack of Pink Banana Runtz ‘Antonio by Dutch Passion’ Limited Edition seeds.

Sour Fruit Tartare originated following years of selection with a cup-winning Fruit Tartare #4 clone crossed with a Rosso Corsa. These Fruit Tartare x Rosso Corsa F2 regular seeds were originally developed by Alice, a grower friend of Antonio's from Italy.

After Antonio himself conducted multiple stress and lab tests over a two-year period, three phenotypes emerged as winners. All with purple buds and their own unique characteristics. Antonio, in turn, crossed the selected plants with a purple, potent mother plant selected from a Sour Trop BX1 line, also called Sour Tropicana Cookies (originally from Oni Seeds).

The result is impressive, and this new cultivar can rightly be described as super sour. Think very sour, sometimes with chemical notes like Ajax cleaner, Lysol, or Dettol complemented by fruity hints of passion fruit, guava, red fruit and blueberry. Depending on the phenotype, this can sometimes lean towards red wine or even rotten fruit. All this creates a completely new and extremely pungent terpene profile with a certain dankness you've probably never smelled or tasted in cannabis before!

Combine this with the beautiful purple, rose and dark hues in the buds, and you have a truly special cultivar! With a flowering time of around 9 weeks, this is a relatively fast sativa-dominant hybrid. Potency is medium to high, with THC averaging around 15% and peaking at 20% with a relaxed chilled effect. But the terpenes and unique flavour are what this strain is really all about!

Kindly note that with every 5-pack of feminised Pink Banana Runtz seeds, you'll receive a randomly selected free feminised Sour Fruit Tartare F1 seed — either phenotype #8 or #16.

We’d love to hear what you think! Share your feedback with Antonio and the Dutch Passion team by scanning the QR code on the packaging.

Happy growing — we look forward to your feedback!