Gorilla SFV OG

Gorilla SFV OG Cannabis Seeds by Expert Seeds

Gorilla SFV OG is a 90% indica-dominant feminised cannabis seed strain that crosses the legendary Gorilla Glue #4 with San Fernando Valley OG — a Californian OG Kush relative nicknamed "sneaky weed" for its delayed, floor-hitting stone. Expert Seeds bred this one for raw power: 24% THC, 55–60 day flowering, and yields that make the growing effort more than worthwhile. Available in packs of 3 or 5 seeds.

Gorilla SFV OG Specifications and Genetics

Every number you need before popping a seed. Expert Seeds designed Gorilla SFV OG to be straightforward — big yields, manageable height, and a flowering window that doesn't drag on.

Why Gorilla SFV OG Deserves a Spot in Your Grow Room

Two powerhouse parents, one seriously stacked offspring. Gorilla Glue #4 needs no introduction — she's been winning cups and coating scissors in resin since the early 2010s. SFV OG is the quieter half of this pairing, but don't let that fool you. She earned the nickname "sneaky weed" because her onset creeps in slowly, then lands like a sack of bricks. Expert Seeds crossed these two knowing full well what would happen: a 24% THC indica that hits fast, stays long, and produces dense, resinous buds.

What makes this strain genuinely useful for growers — not just smokers — is the combination of compact size and generous yield. At 80–110 cm indoors, she fits comfortably in a standard grow tent without needing aggressive training or constant topping. Yet she still pushes up to 450 g/m² in 55–60 days of flower. That's a strong return for a plant you don't need to babysit. Outdoors in a warm, sunny climate, she stretches her legs a bit more and can reward you with up to 550 g per plant by October. If your climate runs cooler, a greenhouse keeps her happy.

The honest limitation? This is not a subtle smoke. At 24% THC and 90% indica genetics, Gorilla SFV OG is built for experienced palates. If you're growing for friends who prefer something lighter, this isn't the one. But if you want a strain that delivers a deep, full-body stone with a slight sativa edge to keep things interesting — and you want it in under 60 days of flower — she's hard to beat. Compared to a pure Gorilla Glue #4, which can stretch taller and take longer to finish, Gorilla SFV OG stays more compact and wraps up faster, thanks to that SFV OG influence.

Growing Gorilla SFV OG Seeds: Indoor and Outdoor

Expert Seeds rates this strain as beginner-friendly, and from what we've seen, that checks out. She doesn't demand advanced feeding schedules or complicated light manipulation. Here's how to get the best from her in both environments.

1. Germinate your feminised seeds using the paper towel method or directly in a starter plug. Gorilla SFV OG germinates reliably — keep temperatures around 22–25°C and you should see taproots within 48–72 hours.
2. Transplant seedlings into their final containers once the first true leaves appear. For indoor grows, 11–15 litre pots work well given her compact 80–110 cm stature. No need for massive containers.
3. Veg for 3–4 weeks under 18/6 lighting. She stays naturally short, so you don't need to rush into flower. A bit of low-stress training (LST) during veg opens up the canopy and lets light reach lower bud sites — worth the 10 minutes of effort.
4. Flip to 12/12 when she's around 40–50 cm tall. She'll roughly double during the stretch phase, landing in that 80–110 cm sweet spot. Flowering takes 55–60 days. Watch the trichomes — she packs on resin heavily in the final two weeks.
5. For outdoor growing, plant after the last frost in a spot with full sun. She thrives in warm, Mediterranean-style climates. In Northern Europe, a greenhouse is your best friend. Expect harvest around October, with outdoor yields reaching up to 550 g per plant in optimal conditions.
6. Dry slowly in a dark room at 18–20°C and 55–60% humidity for 10–14 days, then cure in glass jars for at least two weeks. The terpene profile develops noticeably during the cure — don't skip this step.

Aroma, Flavour, and the Gorilla SFV OG Smoke

Open a jar of cured Gorilla SFV OG and the first thing that hits you is a thick, piney funk layered with diesel and a sour earthiness that screams OG Kush lineage. Break a bud apart and the Gorilla Glue side shows up — that sticky, almost chemical resin smell that coats your fingers and doesn't wash off easily. The smoke itself is heavy and expansive. It fills the lungs quickly, so smaller hits are worth considering if you're not used to high-THC indicas.

On the exhale, there's a woody, slightly chocolatey undertone that rounds things out. According to research published in Molecules, terpene profiles in cannabis are critical to the overall character of a strain, with the specific combination and abundance of terpenes shaping both aroma and the so-called entourage effect (Ferrante et al., 2021). Gorilla SFV OG's terpene mix — heavy on myrcene and caryophyllene with a touch of limonene — gives her that classic indica nose with just enough citrus brightness to keep it interesting.

The effect is fast-hitting and long-lasting. Being 90% indica, expect a powerful body stone that settles deep into your muscles and keeps you firmly planted on the sofa. But that 10% sativa genetics adds a slight cerebral lift at the onset — a brief window of mental clarity before the indica takes over completely. This is evening smoke. Don't plan on being productive afterwards.

Gorilla SFV OG Compared to Similar Strains

Choosing between heavy indica seeds? Here's how Gorilla SFV OG stacks up against two popular alternatives in the same weight class.

Gorilla SFV OG's advantage is the combination of high potency with a shorter, more compact plant that finishes faster. If you're working with limited vertical space — say a 120 cm tent — she fits where a full-size GG#4 might not without heavy training.