A collab between Cookies and Power Genetics, Gary Payton is a highly coveted hybrid marijuana strain bred by Cookies cultivar and named after the NBA Hall of Famer. Combining the Y and Snowman breeds a potent, flavorful, and colorful strain. It has high amounts of THC and almost no CBD, and middle-of-the-road effects that provide an even-keeled experience.

Gary for short is bred by crossing the genetics of the Sativa-dominant cannabis strain The Y or “Y Griega” and the hybrid cannabis strain Snowman. It’s a highly sought out hybrid cannabis strain known for its potent onset of effects, tantalizing fragrance, and rarity. Bred by the famous Cookies genetics and Powezzz Genetics, The NBA Hall of Famer Gary cannabis strain is hard-hitting and has long-lasting effects recommended for more experienced users.

Gary Payton has conical shaped and tightly packed buds that are layered in a frosting of resinous and crystalline glandular trichomes, and burnt orange pistils that you typically will find in most signature Cookies bred strains. Depending on cultivation and curing techniques, adequately cultivated flowers of the Gary Payton cannabis strain will usually be forest to vivid green in color and bear hues of dark purples. It’s known to emit a nutty, musky, piney, and earthy aroma, accompanied by sweet berry undertones and produces a robust earthy flavor, and berry aftertaste.

It’s the quick and euphoric onset of effects that leaves users in a calming and relaxed state of body and mind, uplifting the mood and helping with combating symptoms of anxiety, stress, and headaches, according to some reviewers. Medical consumers have reviewed the Gary Payton cannabis strain to help with inducing appetite and provide aide to those who suffer from depression. Dominant terpenes found in the Gary Payton cannabis strain are Beta-Caryophyllene, Linalool, and Alpha-Humulene, while THC content typically reaches a modest 18%.