Lava Cake feminized cannabis plant in flower

Feminized seeds

Thin Mint GSCxGrape Pie

THC: 20-24%
Bloom: 8-9 wks
Yield/sq ft: 1.3-1.6 oz
Level: Moderate

Lava Cake Feminized Seeds

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Chocolate mint, grape candy and a slow, cozy body melt. Lava Cake is a compact, indica-leaning dessert strain that wraps up in 8-9 weeks.

THC20-24%
Bloom8-9 weeks
Height2-4 ft indoors
LevelModerate

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SKU: BMS-LC-FEM Categories: Feminized Seeds, Hybrid Seeds, Indoor Seeds, Outdoor Seeds, Sativa Seeds

Quick answerLava Cake is an indica-dominant dessert hybrid, roughly 70% indica, widely documented as a cross of Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie. It is known for a sweet chocolate-mint and grape aroma, supplier-reported THC of 20-24%, short 2-4 ft indoor plants and an 8-9 week flowering time.

Lava Cake at a glance

THC20-24%Supplier reported. Potent, with a cozy, mellow character.

Flowering8-9 wksAfter lights go to 12/12

Indoor yield1.3-1.6 ozPer sq ft, trained canopy

Height2-4 ftIndoors. 5-7 ft outdoors

Outdoor harvestEarly OctInto mid October

Standout lookGolf-ball buds that can turn deep purple in cool nightsColor inherited from the grape side of the family

What is the Lava Cake strain?

Lava Cake belongs to the modern wave of dessert strains, and like its name suggests, it leans rich and sweet. It is widely documented as a cross of Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie, two parents that each bring something easy to spot in the finished flower.

Thin Mint GSC, a cookie-family selection, supplies the dense structure, heavy resin and the cool, chocolate-mint side of the aroma. Grape Pie contributes candied grape sweetness and a strong tendency toward purple coloring. Put together, they produce a strain that smells like a molten chocolate dessert with a fruity twist and has a calm, body-forward personality.

The indica side, about 70% of its makeup, shapes the plant: short and bushy with tight node spacing and compact, golf-ball-sized buds packed with trichomes. That makes it one of the easier dessert strains to fit into a small tent. These feminized seeds are bred so that each one grows into a flowering female plant.

Thin Mint GSCGrape Pie

Thin Mint GSC x Grape PieFeminized line

Lava Cake

How it feels

People commonly describe a fast, gentle mood lift that gives way to a warm, slow-spreading body relaxation. Expect it to last around two to three hours.

Almost right awaySoft mental lift
A light, positive shift in mood that arrives within minutes.
20 to 60 minutesWarm body melt
Relaxation spreads from the shoulders down and settles in deep.
2 hours onQuiet, sleepy evening
Best saved for a slow night in; larger amounts lean drowsy.

Commonly reportedRelaxedHappyEuphoricSleepy

Reported THC tops out near 24%, so begin with a modest amount. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints, and some people report anxiety or dizziness when they take too much. General reports, not medical guidance.

Aroma, flavor and terpenes

The jar opens with sweet chocolate and cool mint, then a candied grape note rolls in from the Grape Pie side. On the exhale there is a soft, woody spice that keeps the sweetness from getting cloying.

Flavor notesSweetMintChocolateGrape

CaryophyllenePepper, clove

Adds the warm, spiced depth under the chocolate.

HumuleneWood, herbs

Gives the finish its dry, earthy, woody edge.

LimoneneCitrus, candy

Brightens the grape and sweet top notes.

Dry slowly near 60°F and 60% humidity and cure for at least two weeks. Burp jars daily for the first week so the chocolate-mint aroma stays sharp.

How to grow Lava Cake

Rated moderate. Its short, bushy shape is easy to manage; the main jobs are opening up the dense canopy and keeping flowering humidity in range.

Indoors

Veg climate: 72-80°F, 55-65% RH
Flower climate: 70-80°F days, 40-50% RH
Night drop: A few degrees cooler for color
Light: 700-900 PPFD in flower (LED)
Training: Top early, then LST to widen
Feeding: Light to moderate; avoid overfeeding

Outdoors

Plant out: After last frost, nights above 50°F
Size: 5-7 ft with full sun
Harvest: Early to mid October
Best fit: Warm, dry fall regions (USDA 7-10)
Watch for: Mold inside tight buds after rain
Protect: Thin the interior; use a rain cover

Read the full indoor grow guide

Lava Cake is a natural fit for small indoor spaces. Plants usually stay between 2 and 4 feet, so even a 2×4 ft tent can hold a productive grow. It is rated moderate: the plant is cooperative, but its bushy habit and dense buds need attention to airflow.

Environment

Vegetative: 72-80°F and 55-65% relative humidity.
Flower: 70-80°F during lights-on with a slight drop at night, and 40-50% RH to keep mold out of the tight flowers.
Airflow: because the internodes are short, the canopy gets crowded fast. Keep a fan moving air through the middle of the plant, not just over the top.

Light and training

Aim for about 500-700 PPFD in late veg and 700-900 PPFD in flower under LED. Top early, around the fourth or fifth node, then use LST to spread the branches into a wide, flat shape. Clearing small, shaded growth at the bottom with defoliation sends energy to the top sites and improves airflow.

Feeding

Compact indica-leaning plants often need less food than taller strains. Start on the light side, raise strength only when the plant asks for it, and watch for darker, clawing leaves that signal too much nitrogen.

Harvest timing

Plan on 8 to 9 weeks of flower. Check trichomes under magnification: mostly cloudy with a touch of amber suits the relaxed, body-heavy character this strain is grown for.

Seed to jar in about 20 weeks

A short indoor schedule suited to its compact size. Veg length is your call; flowering time comes from the genetics.

Germinate1 wkSeedling2 wkVegetate4 wkFlower9 wkDry and cure4 wk

Week 1Week 20

Germinate weeks 1-1
Damp paper towel, 75-80°F
Seedling weeks 2-3
Mild light, 65-70% RH
Vegetate weeks 4-7
Top at node 4-5, begin LST
Flower weeks 8-16
8-9 weeks after 12/12
Dry and cure weeks 17-20
60°F, 60% RH, then jars

Growing Lava Cake outdoors in the US

Lava Cake prefers a warm, Mediterranean-style climate outdoors. With full sun it grows into a 5 to 7 foot plant and finishes in early to mid October. Move plants outside once the last frost has passed and nights stay above roughly 50°F.

Cool autumn nights can deepen its purple color, but its compact buds do not like moisture. In regions where October brings rain or heavy morning dew, remove crowded inner branches, keep the area around the plant clear for airflow, and cover plants during wet weather. Growers in short or rainy seasons often get better results in a greenhouse. For start dates by region, see our outdoor planting guide.

Home cultivation laws differ from state to state, including how many plants an adult may grow. Review marijuana laws by state before planting.

Will it finish where you live?

ExcellentInland California and the Southwest

Warm, dry autumns are the closest match to the Mediterranean climate it prefers.

GoodColorado Front Range and Utah valleys

Low humidity protects the buds, though an early frost at elevation is a risk.

GoodMidwest

An early-October finish usually works if you plant on time and watch for wet weeks.

FairNortheast

Humid late summers and fall rain raise mold risk in its tight buds.

FairSoutheast and Gulf Coast

The heat suits it, but heavy humidity makes airflow and pruning essential.

Check your state's home-grow rules before you plant. Laws by state

Who Lava Cake is for

Micro-tent growersA 2-4 ft indoor height that fits small tents and closets with low ceilings.
Dessert-flavor fansAnyone who loves chocolate, mint and grape candy in one jar.
Night-in consumersPeople looking for a calm, body-forward strain for slow evenings.
Warm-climate gardenersOutdoor growers in dry, sunny regions with a long, mild fall.

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Lava Cake strain data sheet

Genetics

Seed type: Feminized
Genetics: Indica-dominant hybrid (about 70% indica, 30% sativa)
Lineage: Thin Mint GSC x Grape Pie

Potency & profile

THC: 20-24% (supplier reported)
CBD: 0.1-0.5%
Commonly reported effects: Euphoric, Happy, Relaxed, Sleepy
Flavors: Chocolate, Grape, Mint, Sweet
Dominant terpenes: Caryophyllene, Humulene, Limonene

Growing

Flowering time: 8-9 weeks
Height: 2-4 ft indoors, 5-7 ft outdoors
Difficulty: Moderate
Climate: Warm and Mediterranean-like, 70-80°F days, 40-50% RH in flower
Best USDA zones: 7-10 (warm, dry autumns)
Outdoor harvest: Early to mid October

Yield

Indoor yield: 1.3-1.6 oz per sq ft
Outdoor yield: 16-19 oz per plant

Ranges are typical for this strain and vary with phenotype, environment and technique.

Lava Cake FAQ

Is Lava Cake indica or sativa?

Lava Cake is an indica-dominant hybrid, usually described as about 70% indica and 30% sativa. It grows short and bushy, and its effects lean toward body relaxation after a quick, gentle lift.

How strong is Lava Cake?

Our supplier reports THC of 20-24%. That makes it potent enough for experienced consumers, while newer users should start small. Actual levels vary with phenotype, environment and harvest timing.

How long does Lava Cake take to flower?

Indoors, it typically finishes 8 to 9 weeks after the switch to a 12/12 light schedule. Outdoors in the US, plan for harvest in early to mid October.

How much does Lava Cake yield?

A trained indoor canopy can produce roughly 1.3 to 1.6 ounces per square foot. Outdoors, healthy plants in full sun can produce about 16 to 19 ounces each.

Is Lava Cake easy to grow for beginners?

It is rated moderate. Its small, manageable size helps newer growers, but the dense canopy needs pruning and steady airflow to keep humidity-related problems away.

What does Lava Cake smell and taste like?

Expect sweet chocolate and cool mint up front, followed by candied grape and a woody, peppery finish. Caryophyllene, humulene and limonene are the terpenes most commonly reported.

Where does Lava Cake grow best in the US?

It does best outdoors in warm, dry regions such as inland California and the Southwest. In the humid Northeast or Gulf Coast, indoor growing or a greenhouse gives more reliable results.

What are Lava Cake's parent strains?

Lava Cake is widely documented as a cross of Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie. The Thin Mint side brings the dense buds and chocolate-mint aroma, while Grape Pie adds fruity sweetness and purple color.

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