What is the main difference between Key Lime Pie and Sour Diesel?

Key Lime Pie is a Indica strain (75% Indica / 25% Sativa) with THC levels of 20–24%, while Sour Diesel is a Sativa strain (10% Indica / 90% Sativa) with THC levels of 24–28%.

Which strain has higher THC — Key Lime Pie or Sour Diesel?

Sour Diesel has higher THC at 24–28%, compared to Key Lime Pie at 20–24%.

Is Key Lime Pie or Sour Diesel easier to grow?

Key Lime Pie has moderate growing difficulty with a 8-10-week flowering period, while Sour Diesel has moderate difficulty with a 7-9-week flowering period.

What effects does Key Lime Pie have compared to Sour Diesel?

Key Lime Pie produces relaxing, happy, tingling, euphoric, sleepy effects, ideal for evening use. Sour Diesel produces energetic, talkative, uplifting, creative, euphoric effects, best for morning use.

What terpenes are in Key Lime Pie and Sour Diesel?

Key Lime Pie features Caryophyllene, giving it candy, chocolate, citrus flavors. Sour Diesel features Caryophyllene, with candy, citrus, dank flavors.

Which medical conditions can Key Lime Pie and Sour Diesel help with?

Key Lime Pie may help with anxiety, arthritis, chronic pain, depression, headaches, inflammation, insomnia, migraines, ptsd, stress, pain. Sour Diesel may help with anxiety, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, headaches, loss of appetite, migraines, nausea, ptsd, stress. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Key Lime Pie

Indica — THC 24%

Sour Diesel

Sativa — THC 28%

Potency, effects, terpenes, flavors, growing difficulty, and medical uses — compared side by side.

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Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

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Potency

Sour Diesel

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Medical

Sour Diesel

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Growing

Tie

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Flavor

Sour Diesel

Strain Profile Comparison

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Key Lime Pie

Sour Diesel

Effect Matchup

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Key Lime Pie

Effect

Sour Diesel

100%

Relaxing

46%

88%

Happy

53%

68%

Euphoric

60%

77%

Tingling

60%

Sleepy

53%

Social

Energetic

100%

Talkative

88%

Uplifting

77%

Creative

68%

Focused

41%

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Key Lime Pie — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Sour Diesel — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelVery Strong

Girl Scout Cookies PhenotypeKey Lime Pie

Indica 75%Sativa 25%

Chemdawg 91 x Super SkunkSour Diesel

Indica 10%Sativa 90%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Key Lime Pie

Profile Comparison

Shared (3)

RelaxingHappyEuphoric

Only Key Lime Pie (3)

TinglingSleepySocial

Only Sour Diesel (5)

EnergeticTalkativeUpliftingCreativeFocused

Possible Side Effects

Shared

Dry mouthDry eyes

Only Key Lime Pie

Dizzy

Only Sour Diesel

Paranoid

Growing Guide Comparison

Key Lime Pie

DifficultyModerate

Flowering8-10 weeks

HarvestLate September

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightShort to Medium

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateCool

Sour Diesel

DifficultyModerate

Flowering7-9 weeks

HarvestOctober Yield

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor Yield600g/plant (21.2oz/plant)

Indoor Height90–160cm (35–63in)

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureBushy

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateDry

About These Strains

Key Lime Pie

Indica 75/25 — THC 20–24%

Key Lime Pie is just as tasty as it sounds! This indica dominant hybrid (75% indica/25% sativa) strain is a phenotype of the ever-popular Girl Scout Cookies strain and boasts a moderate THC level f 19-22%.

Smoking Key Lime Pie will give you an intense onset of feeling stoned followed by a mellow, lucid high with cerebral clarity.

Sour Diesel

Sativa 10/90 — THC 24–28% — CBD 2–2%

Sour Diesel, otherwise known as "Sour D" or "Sour Deez" is a sativa dominant hybrid strain with a 90:10 sativa/indica ratio. The origin of Sour Diesel is frequently debated within the marijuana community.

Some say it's a cross between mass super skunk and 91 Chemdog, while others claim that it's a cross between Mexican sativa and a Chemdog phenotype.

Which One Is Right for You?

Key Lime Pie and Sour Diesel are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Key Lime Pie is a Indica with 20–24% THC, while Sour Diesel is a Sativa with 24–28% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Key Lime Pie

Choose Key Lime Pie if you want deeper body relaxation. Key Lime Pie is just as tasty as it sounds! This indica dominant hybrid (75% indica/25% sativa) strain is a phenotype of the ever-popular Girl Scout Cookies strain and boasts a moderate THC level f 19-22%.

Choose Sour Diesel

Choose Sour Diesel if you want higher THC potency, more cerebral/uplifting effects, higher CBD for medical use. Sour Diesel, otherwise known as "Sour D" or "Sour Deez" is a sativa dominant hybrid strain with a 90:10 sativa/indica ratio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Key Lime Pie vs Sour Diesel

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using cannabis for any medical condition. Effects, potency, and medical benefits may vary. Do not use cannabis if pregnant, nursing, or under the legal age in your jurisdiction.

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