Visually, Deep Purple is striking with its very large, tapered flowers adhering in a dense indica bud structure. The bright, almost neon green flowers are threaded with neon orange hairs, which are actually pistils meant to catch pollen from fertilizing male plants. True to its name, many phenotypes also display shades of purple in their leaves, ranging from pale lavender to deep violet. These colors are due to anthocyanins in the plant’s genetics, which are stimulated by colder temperatures during the growing process.
The aroma of Deep Purple is a complex mix of grapes and sweet plums, grounded by a musky, dank scent of freshly tilled soil. When the buds are ground up, they emit a hashy, incense-like odor. Upon combustion, Deep Purple burns with a rich, smooth smoke that expands in the lungs. On the exhale, the smoke leaves flavors of sugary grape and berry, tinged with earthy, tobacco-like notes.
The effects of Deep Purple are slow to onset, often described as a "creeper" strain. Initial effects include a pressure around the eyes and temples, accompanied by a trippy sativa edge. Auditory and visual distortions are commonly reported, making the high a somewhat surreal experience. As users adjust to these altered perceptions, Deep Purple’s high transitions into an easygoing and lucid relaxation. While some productivity and creative output are still possible, the strain often leads to heavy couch-lock, making it ideal for lazy afternoons or evenings.
Medically, Deep Purple offers various benefits. Its sedative effects are excellent for treating insomnia, providing a restful night's sleep. The strain can temporarily numb aches and pains, both minor and chronic, and its anti-inflammatory properties may soothe everyday irritations such as headaches and nausea. Psychologically, Deep Purple can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD. It may also aid patients with attention deficit disorders by helping them sustain focus on simple tasks. Due to its relatively low risk of inducing paranoia, Deep Purple is a good choice for those with a low tolerance for THC or who are prone to panic.
Growing Deep Purple is moderately easy, making it a good choice for both novice and experienced cultivators. Breeders TGA Subcool have made seeds of Deep Purple available for sale online. The strain can be successfully cultivated indoors or outdoors, with outdoor growth requiring a semi-humid, Mediterranean-like climate. Indoors, Deep Purple plants grow short and bushy with strong lateral branches. Growers should regularly trim away any broad fan leaves to ensure light and air reach the lower flowering nodes. Deep Purple has a short flowering time of about 7 to 8 weeks and offers a moderate yield at harvest.
