Space Queen
Breeder: Vic High (BCGA) / Brothers Grimm
Space Queen is a legendary balanced hybrid created in the late 1990s through a collaboration between Vic High of the BC Growers Association and MrSoul of Brothers Grimm Seeds. The cross combined Vic High's prized Romulan female clone with a Cinderella 99 male, producing a strain celebrated for its intense resin production, complex tropical-cherry aroma, and euphoric yet functional effects. Space Queen became a cornerstone of West Coast breeding, notably used by Subcool of TGA Genetics as a parent in numerous iconic crosses. The strain displays impressive trichome density across all phenotypes and delivers a speedy, creative head high balanced by gentle physical relaxation inherited from Romulan.
Lineage & Genetics
Cross: Romulan x Cinderella 99
Romulan is a legendary pure indica clone from British Columbia, known for its powerful sedative effects, pine-earth aromatics, and dense bud structure. It contributes physical relaxation, structural density, and resin production to the cross. Cinderella 99 (C99) is MrSoul's famous sativa-dominant hybrid (Princess x P94), derived from a Jack Herer seed found in a Sensi Seeds pack. It contributes the speedy cerebral effects, tropical fruit and cherry aromatics, short flowering time, and vigorous growth characteristics that make Space Queen a faster-finishing hybrid than most sativa-influenced varieties.
Terpene Profile
Terpinolene — Drives the complex tropical fruit and floral character; responsible for the unique cherry-apple-vanilla aroma that defines the strain
Caryophyllene — Adds peppery spice and contributes to the relaxing body effects inherited from Romulan
Myrcene — Provides herbal, earthy depth and supports the gentle physical relaxation component
Limonene — Contributes citrus brightness and supports the euphoric, mood-elevating effects
Aroma: Complex tropical-cherry bouquet with apple, vanilla, and pine undertones. The dominant scent is a sweet, fruity medley that is immediately recognizable — cherry candy and ripe tropical fruit over a resinous pine base inherited from Romulan. Breaking the buds intensifies the vanilla and apple notes. The aroma is loud and fills a room quickly.
Flavor: Cherry and apple sweetness on the inhale with vanilla cream through the mid-palate. The exhale transitions to tropical fruit and pine with subtle earthy spice. The flavor is clean and well-defined, with the terpinolene-driven fruit notes remaining prominent throughout. A proper 2-4 week cure brings out the full cherry-vanilla-apple complexity.
Effects & Experience
Onset: Fast-acting cerebral rush — euphoria and mental energy arrive within minutes, often accompanied by heightened sensory awareness and creative inspiration.
The initial effects are dominantly cerebral: euphoria, creative energy, mental focus, and an uplifted mood that promotes productivity and social engagement. The sativa influence from Cinderella 99 is immediately apparent in the speedy, clear-headed nature of the high. Over 20-30 minutes, a gentle physical relaxation from the Romulan parentage settles in without producing sedation or couch-lock. The experience remains functional and energizing throughout, making it suitable for daytime creative work and social activities.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Commonly Reported Uses
Grower's Notes
Space Queen is a vigorous balanced hybrid that rewards attentive canopy management with heavy yields of extremely resinous flower. Expect significant stretch during the first three weeks of flowering — plan vertical space accordingly or employ aggressive training early in veg. The strain thrives in warm, dry environments and produces dense, trichome-caked colas that benefit from structural support.
Training
Top at least once during veg to encourage lateral branching. SCROG is the preferred method for indoor grows — weave branches through a horizontal trellis to maximize light penetration across all bud sites. LST combined with one or two toppings produces excellent canopy uniformity. SOG also works well with shorter veg times.
Stretch Management
Expect 50-80% height increase during the flowering transition. The intense stretch occurs primarily in weeks 1-3 of flower. If height is limited, flip to 12/12 earlier than usual or supercrop aggressive tops during early flower.
Environment
Maintain 26-32°C (85-90°F) day temps — Space Queen tolerates heat better than most strains. Keep relative humidity at 40-60% in veg and drop to 30-40% during flower to prevent bud rot in those dense colas. Supplemental CO2 at 900-1200 ppm significantly boosts yield and resin density.
Nutrients & pH
Performs well in both soil and hydroponic systems. Target soil pH of 5.8-6.0. Silica supplementation strengthens stems and helps support heavy colas. Moderate, consistent watering — avoid wet-dry fluctuations. Living soil with balanced mineralization produces the most vivid terpene expression.
Structural Support
Branches will need trellising or staking by mid-flower. The dense, resinous buds become heavy and can snap unsupported branches. A second trellis layer above the canopy is recommended for larger plants.
Lighting
Target 600-800 PPFD during mid-flower and 800-900 in late flower under supplemental CO2. LED grows produce excellent results. The high flower-to-leaf ratio means good light penetration even without heavy defoliation.
Harvest Timing
Most phenotypes finish in 56-63 days. Watch trichomes closely — the speedy sativa effects are best preserved by harvesting when trichomes are mostly cloudy with minimal amber. Waiting too long shifts effects toward sedation.
Drying & Cure
Hang full branches in a dark room at 15°C (60°F) and 55-60% relative humidity for 10-14 days. The dense bud structure allows fairly even drying but monitor after day 7 for over-drying. Stems should snap cleanly before trimming and jarring. A 2-4 week cure brings out the signature cherry-vanilla-apple flavor profile.
Phenotype Variation
Space Queen expresses a range of phenotypes from 50/50 hybrid to sativa-dominant. The most sought-after phenos produce large, resinous colas with strong apple-vanilla-cherry aromas. Some phenos lean more toward Romulan's pine-earth profile. All phenotypes share exceptional trichome coverage.
History & Origin
Space Queen was created in the late 1990s through a collaboration between Vic High of the BC Growers Association (BCGA) and MrSoul of Brothers Grimm Seeds. Vic High contributed his prized Romulan female clone — a legendary British Columbia indica — while MrSoul provided the Cinderella 99 male that had become one of the most sought-after breeding studs of the era. The resulting hybrid combined the best traits of both parents and quickly gained a devoted following in Pacific Northwest cannabis circles. Space Queen's most significant cultural impact came through Subcool (William Tricolla) of TGA Genetics, who used Space Queen as a foundational parent in numerous crosses including Jilly Bean, Space Bomb, and Querkle. Brothers Grimm Seeds later made Space Queen available in feminized seed form, ensuring the genetics remain accessible to modern growers.
Notable Crosses
Strains bred using Space Queen as a parent:
Frequently Asked Questions
6 common questions about Space Queen
What is Space Queen and what are its genetics?
Space Queen is a hybrid cannabis strain (50% Indica / 50% Sativa) bred by Vic High (BCGA) / Brothers Grimm. It is a cross of Romulan x Cinderella 99, testing at 16-23% THC. Space Queen is a legendary balanced hybrid created in the late 1990s through a collaboration between Vic High of the BC Growers Association and MrSoul of Brothers Grimm Seeds. The cross combined Vic High's prized Romulan female clone with a Cinderella 99 male, producing a strain celebrated for its intense resin production, complex tropical-cherry aroma, and euphoric yet functional effects.
What does Space Queen smell and taste like?
Space Queen's dominant terpenes are Terpinolene. The aroma is described as complex tropical-cherry bouquet with apple, vanilla, and pine undertones. the dominant scent is a sweet, fruity medley that is immediately recognizable — cherry candy and ripe tropical fruit over a resinous pine base inherited from romulan. breaking the buds intensifies the vanilla and apple notes. the aroma is loud and fills a room quickly.. The flavor profile features cherry and apple sweetness on the inhale with vanilla cream through the mid-palate. the exhale transitions to tropical fruit and pine with subtle earthy spice. the flavor is clean and well-defined, with the terpinolene-driven fruit notes remaining prominent throughout. a proper 2-4 week cure brings out the full cherry-vanilla-apple complexity..
What are the effects of Space Queen?
Fast-acting cerebral rush — euphoria and mental energy arrive within minutes, often accompanied by heightened sensory awareness and creative inspiration. The initial effects are dominantly cerebral: euphoria, creative energy, mental focus, and an uplifted mood that promotes productivity and social engagement. The sativa influence from Cinderella 99 is immediately apparent in the speedy, clear-headed nature of the high. Duration is typically 2-3 hours. Commonly reported uses include Creative focus, Mood elevation, Social engagement, Stress relief.
How hard is Space Queen to grow?
Space Queen is rated intermediate difficulty. It flowers in 7-9 weeks, reaches 90-150 cm / 3-5 ft in height, and yields 400-550 g/m² indoors. Best suited for warm, arid; 26-32°c (85-90°f); low humidity environments.
What are the parent strains of Space Queen?
Space Queen is a cross of Romulan and Cinderella 99. Romulan is a legendary pure indica clone from British Columbia, known for its powerful sedative effects, pine-earth aromatics, and dense bud structure. It contributes physical relaxation, structural density, and resin production to the cross.
What strains were bred from Space Queen?
Space Queen has been used as a parent in several notable crosses, including Jilly Bean, Space Bomb, Querkle. Its genetics contribute to a wide range of modern cultivars.
Sources & References (7)
- https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/space-queen/brothers-grimm
- https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/space-queen/subcools-the-dank/genealogy
- https://brothersgrimmseeds.com/collection/space-queen-strain-feminized-seeds/
- https://www.budsss.com/shop/p/space-queen-xx-f
- https://leafwell.com/cannabis-strains/space-queen
- https://www.leafly.ca/strains/space-queen
- https://app.jointcommerce.com/blog/category/cannabis-101/space-queen-strain-a-comprehensive-strain-guide/
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