Moonbow #75
Breeder: Archive Seed Bank
A landmark balanced hybrid from Archive Seed Bank, bred by Fletcher Watson ('The Docta') in Portland, OR. Moonbow #75 is a legendary phenotype hand-selected from 200 plants for its exceptional stability, candy-forward terpene saturation, and OG-like potency. The cross of Zkittlez and Do-Si-Dos marries rainbow-candy aromatics with structural density and a heavy resin coat. Listed among Leafly's '100 best weed strains of all time' and rated 4.9/5 by users, the #75 cut became a keystone parent in modern cannabis genetics — powering derivatives like Rainbow Belts that dominate solventless competitions nationwide.
Lineage & Genetics
Cross: Zkittlez x Do-Si-Dos
Zkittlez contributes the rainbow-candy aromatics, limonene-forward terpene expression, and vibrant coloration. Do-Si-Dos (OGKB x Face Off OG) contributes structural density, OG-like potency, heavy resin production, and the sturdy frame that makes the plant commercially viable. The combination produces dense, sugar-coated flowers with a complex candy-gas nose and balanced hybrid effects.
Terpene Profile
Caryophyllene — Provides peppery OG spice depth and engages CB2 receptors. Contributes to the warm, relaxing body component of the balanced high.
Limonene — Drives the zingy lime Zkittlez terps and citrus brightness. Enhances mood elevation and the euphoric onset.
Linalool — Contributes lavender sweetness and floral notes that complement the candy profile. Enhances the calming, anti-anxiety properties.
Myrcene — Adds tropical fruit undertones and body relaxation. Contributes to the deeper couch-friendly effects that emerge after 45-90 minutes.
Pinene — Provides freshness and clarity, helping maintain the 'uplifted' quality during the euphoric onset phase.
Aroma: Sweet rainbow candy and blackcurrant on the open, with zingy lime Zkittlez terps layered over peppery OG spice. Undertones of lavender, tropical fruit, and creamy gas. Burns with a grape-flavored incense and potpourri quality. Total terpene content in well-grown batches: 1.5-3.0%.
Flavor: Candy, grape, and citrus on the inhale with berry sweetness throughout. The peppery OG spice emerges on the exhale with a creamy gas finish. The grape-incense quality becomes more pronounced through a joint or bowl session.
Effects & Experience
Onset: Balanced hybrid with a euphoric, social onset and quick mood lift. Color saturation and sensory enhancement reported in the first 15-30 minutes.
After 45-90 minutes the body component deepens, encouraging couch-friendly relaxation without full sedation. THC testing 20-30% depending on grow quality, with top-shelf batches from Michigan testing at 28%+. The progression from social euphoria to physical calm makes it versatile for both daytime and evening use.
Duration: 2-3 hours for the full progression from euphoric onset to relaxed finish
Commonly Reported Uses
Grower's Notes
Moonbow #75 is a clone-only cut that grows like a modern hybrid with OG-influenced density and manageable vigor. It rewards patient growers who dial in environment and feeding, producing dense, conical flowers blanketed in sticky trichomes with a saturated candy-gas nose. The plant is not excessively demanding but performs best with consistent micronutrient availability and controlled VPD.
Runs 56-70 days under 12/12 with the sweet spot at 63-67 days depending on desired ripeness. Watch trichome maturity closely — early harvest leans sativa-forward and euphoric; later harvest deepens the body sedation. The Moonbow 112 IX line averages around 67 days for comparison.
Expect moderate stretch of 1.2-1.8x after flip, manageable in standard tents. Responds very well to topping and SCROG training. Produces dense, conical colas with significant calyx stacking. Left untopped, develops a dominant central cola with strong lateral branching.
Thrives at 75-80°F day and 68-72°F night through mid-flower. Drop nights to 65-68°F in the final 2 weeks to promote anthocyanin expression (lavender/plum accents). VPD targets: 0.8-1.2 kPa in veg, 1.2-1.5 kPa in bloom. Humidity from 60-65% veg down to 45-50% by late flower.
Not excessively hungry but appreciates consistent micronutrient availability. Quality substrate with perlite, peat, or coco coir. Avoid overfeeding nitrogen in bloom — excess N mutes the candy terpene expression that makes this cut special.
Absolutely epic for flower production with exceptional trichome coverage. However, Archive notes the #75 'doesn't wash for shit' — poor hash/rosin yields despite visual frost. This is the specific weakness that led Archive to create Crossbow (Moonbow #75 x Planet Purple F2) to improve wash characteristics.
History & Origin
Moonbow #75 was bred by Fletcher Watson ('The Docta') of Archive Seed Bank in Portland, OR. Hand-selected as phenotype #75 from a hunt through 200 plants of the Zkittlez x Do-Si-Dos cross for its exceptional stability, candy-forward terpene saturation, and OG-like potency. Listed among Leafly's '100 best weed strains of all time' and rated 4.9/5 by users. Named selections #75, #99, and #112 all gained legendary status within the Archive program.
Notable Crosses
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Frequently Asked Questions
6 common questions about Moonbow #75
What is Moonbow #75 and what are its genetics?
Moonbow #75 is a hybrid cannabis strain (50/50 Balanced) bred by Archive Seed Bank. It is a cross of Zkittlez x Do-Si-Dos, testing at 20-30% THC. A landmark balanced hybrid from Archive Seed Bank, bred by Fletcher Watson ('The Docta') in Portland, OR. Moonbow #75 is a legendary phenotype hand-selected from 200 plants for its exceptional stability, candy-forward terpene saturation, and OG-like potency.
What does Moonbow #75 smell and taste like?
Moonbow #75's dominant terpenes are Caryophyllene, Limonene. The aroma is described as sweet rainbow candy and blackcurrant on the open, with zingy lime zkittlez terps layered over peppery og spice. undertones of lavender, tropical fruit, and creamy gas. burns with a grape-flavored incense and potpourri quality. total terpene content in well-grown batches: 1.5-3.0%.. The flavor profile features candy, grape, and citrus on the inhale with berry sweetness throughout. the peppery og spice emerges on the exhale with a creamy gas finish. the grape-incense quality becomes more pronounced through a joint or bowl session..
What are the effects of Moonbow #75?
Balanced hybrid with a euphoric, social onset and quick mood lift. Color saturation and sensory enhancement reported in the first 15-30 minutes. After 45-90 minutes the body component deepens, encouraging couch-friendly relaxation without full sedation. THC testing 20-30% depending on grow quality, with top-shelf batches from Michigan testing at 28%+. Duration is typically 2-3 hours for the full progression from euphoric onset to relaxed finish. Commonly reported uses include Mood elevation, Social anxiety, Stress, Mild pain.
How hard is Moonbow #75 to grow?
Moonbow #75 is rated intermediate difficulty. It flowers in 63-67 days, reaches medium; 1.2-1.8x stretch in height, and yields 500-600 g/m² indoors. Best suited for indoor preferred; outdoor in warm climates environments.
What are the parent strains of Moonbow #75?
Moonbow #75 is a cross of Zkittlez and Do-Si-Dos. Zkittlez contributes the rainbow-candy aromatics, limonene-forward terpene expression, and vibrant coloration. Do-Si-Dos (OGKB x Face Off OG) contributes structural density, OG-like potency, heavy resin production, and the sturdy frame that makes the plant commercially viable.
What strains were bred from Moonbow #75?
Moonbow #75 has been used as a parent in several notable crosses, including Rainbow Belts, Crossbow, Moon Boots, Space Walker, Rose Gold. Its genetics contribute to a wide range of modern cultivars.
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