Hybrid55% Sativa / 45% Indica18–25% THC

Wedding Crasher

Also known as: Wedding Crashers

Breeder: Symbiotic Genetics

Wedding Crasher is a slightly sativa-leaning hybrid bred by Symbiotic Genetics around 2017. It merges the rich, doughy sweetness of Wedding Cake with the grape-candy punch of Purple Punch, producing a balanced effect that opens with cerebral euphoria and settles into a warm, sociable relaxation. The strain earned an 18th-place finish at the 2018 Emerald Cup and has since become one of the most crossed cultivars of its generation, with over 50 documented descendants on SeedFinder. Wedding Crasher is widely available from multiple seed distributors including Royal Queen Seeds, Crop King Seeds, and Premium Cultivars, though the original Symbiotic cut remains the reference standard. Symbiotic Genetics created Wedding Crasher by crossing a Wedding Cake cut sourced from Jungle Boys (originally bred by Seed Junky Genetics) with a Purple Punch F2 stud male from Budologist. The cultivar gained mainstream traction around 2017-2018 when Jungle Boys began running it commercially in Los Angeles. The name, a nod to the 2005 comedy film, suits a cultivar that arrived uninvited to the dessert-cross party and refused to leave—its grape-vanilla-dough terpene architecture offered a distinct alternative to the cookie-and-cake flavor lane that dominated the era. THC typically tests 21-25% with notable CBG presence (1-2%). Dominant terpenes are limonene (0.8-1.4%), caryophyllene (0.5-0.9%), myrcene (0.3-0.6%), and linalool, producing a layered aroma of sweet vanilla, ripe grape, dark berries, and earthy gas. The cultivar has become a foundational breeding parent in the modern solventless hash scene, contributing to Grape Cream Cake and other wash-forward crosses.

Lineage

Wedding Cake x Purple Punch

THC Range

18–25%

Flower Time

8-10 weeks

Difficulty

Intermediate

Lineage & Genetics

Cross: Wedding Cake x Purple Punch

Parent strains in encyclopedia:Wedding Cake→Purple Punch→

The mother is Jungle Boys' cut of Wedding Cake (bred by Seed Junky Genetics; Triangle Kush x Animal Mints lineage). The father is Budologist's Purple Punch F2 stud male, a second-generation selection of the Larry OG x Granddaddy Purple cross. Symbiotic Genetics combined these two elite clones to produce the original Wedding Crasher release.

Terpene Profile

DOMINANT

Caryophyllene — Spicy, peppery backbone that drives physical comfort and anti-inflammatory effects

DOMINANT

Limonene — Bright citrus-grape uplift responsible for the euphoric onset

SECONDARY

Myrcene — Earthy sweetness with a smooth finish; contributes to the relaxation tail

SECONDARY

Linalool — Floral lavender undertone that adds calming depth

SECONDARY

Humulene — Woody, hoppy layer that rounds out the spice

SECONDARY

Pinene — Fresh pine accent present in some phenotypes

Aroma: Opens with ripe grape and sweet vanilla, layered over an earthy base with a gassy diesel finish that emerges when buds are broken apart. The nose is distinctly dessert-forward with enough fuel to remind you it carries Cookies genetics.

Flavor: Vanilla cream and grape candy on the inhale, transitioning to sweet dough and berry notes mid-pull, with a fuel-tinged exhale that lingers. The smoke is smooth and full-bodied.

Effects & Experience

Onset: Fast-acting cerebral euphoria within minutes — mood lifts noticeably with a wave of creative energy and sociability.

The initial head rush settles into a balanced state of uplifted focus and gentle physical relaxation. Users report feeling happy, talkative, and motivated without heavy sedation. Higher doses bring more body weight.

Duration: 2–3 hours typical. The cerebral effects fade first, leaving a pleasant, mellow afterglow.

Commonly Reported Uses

Stress reliefAnxietyDepressionMood elevationMild painSocial situations

Grower's Notes

Flower

8-10 weeks

Indoor Yield

400-550 g/m²

Outdoor Yield

550-600 g/plant

Difficulty

Intermediate

Height / Stretch

Medium-Tall (120-180 cm indoor)

Environment

Indoor, Outdoor

Wedding Crasher from Symbiotic Genetics (Wedding Cake x Purple Punch) is a vigorous hybrid that demands early canopy management but rewards attentive growers with dense, trichome-drenched colas and a distinctive vanilla-grape terpene profile. The cultivar exhibits significant vertical stretch during the first three weeks of flower—expect 20-30% height gain after the flip—so topping during veg and employing LST or a SCROG net is essential for indoor growers working in height-limited spaces. Structure is indica-leaning with stocky internodes and heavy lateral branching; most phenotypes develop elongated spear-shaped colas that benefit from trellising to prevent stem snap under their own weight in late flower.

Flowering Time and Harvest

Flowering runs 8-10 weeks from the flip to 12/12, with the majority of phenotypes finishing around days 56-63. Bud swell is most aggressive during weeks five and six, and resin production ramps dramatically through weeks four to six as the room fills with an intense grape-and-dough aroma. Purple hues from anthocyanin expression emerge readily, particularly when night temperatures are dropped to 60-65°F during weeks six through eight; deep violet sugar leaves against the frosty trichome blanket give this cultivar exceptional bag appeal.

Yield

Indoors under optimized conditions—proper training, consistent environment, 600-1000 PPFD at canopy—Wedding Crasher yields 400-550 g/m². Outdoor plants in a long-season Mediterranean climate can reach 550-600 g per plant, finishing by late October in the Northern Hemisphere. Untrained, untopped plants typically yield 20-30% less.

Nutrient Management

Nutrient demands are moderate to heavy. Use a 3-1-2 NPK ratio through veg with supplemental cal-mag (150-200 ppm Ca, 50-75 ppm Mg), especially under LEDs in coco. Transition to a bloom-focused 1-3-2 ratio at the flip. EC should ramp from 1.2-1.8 in veg (coco/hydro) to a peak of 2.0-2.2 during weeks four to six of flower, then taper to 1.0-1.2 for a 10-14 day pre-harvest flush. Maintain pH at 5.8-6.2 in hydro/coco or 6.2-6.8 in soil. Watch for nitrogen toxicity (dark, clawing leaves) in late veg—this line runs slightly N-sensitive when pushed hard. Soil runs tend to express richer terpene complexity; hydro pushes yield numbers higher.

Pest and Disease Resistance

The dense, compact cola structure is this cultivar's greatest asset and its primary liability. Those resinous buds trap interior moisture and are highly susceptible to botrytis (bud rot). Keep RH below 50% from week four of flower onward and below 45% for the final three weeks. Strong oscillating airflow at canopy level is non-negotiable, and strategic defoliation at the transition to flower improves air exchange around developing bud sites. The cultivar shows moderate resistance to common pests but should be monitored for powdery mildew; IPM with beneficial insects and preventive neem or copper-based sprays is recommended, especially in humid outdoor environments.

Wash and Extraction

For solventless extraction, Wedding Crasher's heavy trichome coverage and greasy resin texture make it a viable hash plant. Fresh-frozen whole-plant material typically returns in the 3-6% range for bubble hash, with the best micron collection at 73-120μ. Its offspring Grape Cream Cake (Grape Pie x Wedding Crasher x Ice Cream Cake) has become an elite hash benchmark, confirming the wash-worthy genetics in this line.

Drying and Curing

Drying and curing are critical to preserving Wedding Crasher's volatile vanilla and grape terpenes (primarily linalool, β-caryophyllene, myrcene, and limonene). Hang whole branches in the dark at 60-70°F with 45-55% RH, targeting a 10-14 day dry—anything under seven days will sacrifice terpene quality. Cure in sealed jars at 58-62% RH with humidity packs; burp twice daily the first week, then taper to every other day. This cultivar genuinely benefits from an extended 4-8 week cure, during which the vanilla-grape aromatic profile fully resolves. A two-week cure will leave the profile flat by comparison.

History & Origin

Created circa 2017 by Symbiotic Genetics using Jungle Boys' Wedding Cake clone and Budologist's Purple Punch F2 male. The strain debuted competitively at the 2018 Emerald Cup, placing 18th in the Outdoor Licensed category. It gained mainstream popularity through 2019–2021 as dispensaries across California and Oklahoma featured it heavily. By 2021, a Gas Giant-grown Wedding Crasher took 1st Place Indica Flower at the High Times Cannabis Cup People's Choice Oklahoma. The strain's breeding value proved equally significant — SeedFinder catalogs 53 direct descendants from the original Symbiotic release.

Awards & Recognition

●2018 Emerald Cup — 18th Place, Outdoor Flower (Booney Acres)
●2019 Emerald Cup — 3rd Place, Ice Water Hash 104μ (Papa's Select, Humboldt)
●2021 High Times "Best of the Best" — Named one of the top strains in America
●2021 Oklahoma Cannabis Cup — Winner, Indica category (Gas Giant)

Notable Crosses

Strains bred using Wedding Crasher as a parent:

Cake Crasher— Wedding Cake x Wedding Crasher

Beach Crasher— Wedding Crasher x TK BX1

Apple Crasher— Wedding Crasher x Apples and Bananas

Banana Crasher— Banana Punch x Wedding Crasher→

Beach Grapes— Wedding Crasher x Grape Pie

Alien Wedding— Wedding Crasher x Fire Alien White

Lemon Crasher— Lemon Miracle x Wedding Crasher

Frequently Asked Questions

7 common questions about Wedding Crasher

What is Wedding Crasher and what are its genetics?

Wedding Crasher is a hybrid cannabis strain (55% Sativa / 45% Indica) bred by Symbiotic Genetics. It is a cross of Wedding Cake x Purple Punch, testing at 18–25% THC. Wedding Crasher is a slightly sativa-leaning hybrid bred by Symbiotic Genetics around 2017. It merges the rich, doughy sweetness of Wedding Cake with the grape-candy punch of Purple Punch, producing a balanced effect that opens with cerebral euphoria and settles into a warm, sociable relaxation.

What does Wedding Crasher smell and taste like?

Wedding Crasher's dominant terpenes are Caryophyllene, Limonene. The aroma is described as opens with ripe grape and sweet vanilla, layered over an earthy base with a gassy diesel finish that emerges when buds are broken apart. the nose is distinctly dessert-forward with enough fuel to remind you it carries cookies genetics.. The flavor profile features vanilla cream and grape candy on the inhale, transitioning to sweet dough and berry notes mid-pull, with a fuel-tinged exhale that lingers. the smoke is smooth and full-bodied..

What are the effects of Wedding Crasher?

Fast-acting cerebral euphoria within minutes — mood lifts noticeably with a wave of creative energy and sociability. The initial head rush settles into a balanced state of uplifted focus and gentle physical relaxation. Users report feeling happy, talkative, and motivated without heavy sedation. Duration is typically 2–3 hours typical. the cerebral effects fade first, leaving a pleasant, mellow afterglow.. Commonly reported uses include Stress relief, Anxiety, Depression, Mood elevation.

How hard is Wedding Crasher to grow?

Wedding Crasher is rated intermediate difficulty. It flowers in 8-10 weeks, reaches medium-tall (120-180 cm indoor) in height, and yields 400-550 g/m² indoors. Best suited for indoor, outdoor environments.

What are the parent strains of Wedding Crasher?

Wedding Crasher is a cross of Wedding Cake and Purple Punch. The mother is Jungle Boys' cut of Wedding Cake (bred by Seed Junky Genetics; Triangle Kush x Animal Mints lineage). The father is Budologist's Purple Punch F2 stud male, a second-generation selection of the Larry OG x Granddaddy Purple cross.

What strains were bred from Wedding Crasher?

Wedding Crasher has been used as a parent in several notable crosses, including Cake Crasher, Beach Crasher, Apple Crasher, Banana Crasher, Beach Grapes. Its genetics contribute to a wide range of modern cultivars.

Has Wedding Crasher won any cannabis awards?

Yes. Wedding Crasher has received recognition including 2018 Emerald Cup — 18th Place, Outdoor Flower (Booney Acres); 2019 Emerald Cup — 3rd Place, Ice Water Hash 104μ (Papa's Select, Humboldt); 2021 High Times "Best of the Best" — Named one of the top strains in America.

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