secure connectionItalian Ice Feminized is the kind of strain you light up when the day’s done and your body needs a reset. Earthy, spicy, and smooth, it calms the mind and hits with just the right kind of weight.
Italian Ice Feminized is the kind of strain you light up when the day’s done and your body needs a reset. Earthy, spicy, and smooth, it calms the mind and hits with just the right kind of weight.
Italian Ice is one of those strains that doesn’t have to shout to get attention. It just sort of glides in with that smooth Gelato heritage, throws in some of Forbidden Fruit’s exotic flair, and quietly takes over the room. This isn’t your average dessert strain. It’s deeper, duskier, with earthy undertones and a kind of cedar-sweet pungency that clings to the senses in all the right ways.
But what really seals the deal? The effect. It’s the kind of high that doesn’t just hit. It unfurls. Think calm but not couch-locked, focused but mellow, sleepy but not zonked. It’s balanced in that low-key way that sneaks up on you. Add to that a seriously forgiving nature in the grow room, and you’ve got a crowd-pleaser that beginners can tame and veterans will respect.
Italian Ice Fem is born from a cross between Gelato and Forbidden Fruit, two California heavyweights with reputations that speak for themselves. Gelato brings that creamy, smooth backbone and a reliable indica buzz. Forbidden Fruit spices things up with a citrus-laced funk and a touch of tropical skunk. Together, they’ve produced a strain with rich genetics and a flavor profile that’s anything but ordinary. This is one of those rare hybrids that feels deliberately crafted, not just crossed for flash.
This strain leans into the calming end of the spectrum. The high sets in with a gentle weight, slowing down the mental chatter without switching the lights off completely. It’s perfect for evenings, deep-focus creative work, or anytime you want the world to feel a little softer around the edges. The body feel is heavy enough to ease tension, but not so much that you can’t get off the couch if the snacks are too far away.
Flavor-wise, there’s a grounded richness that sets Italian Ice apart. You’ll get earthy and pungent notes right up front, with hints of cedar and wood polish on the finish. It’s less candy shop and more high-end smoke lounge.
With moderate THC levels, Italian Ice Fem delivers a steady, measured experience that won’t overwhelm most users. It’s strong enough to take the edge off, but not so intense that it steals the whole show. CBD hangs around just enough to mellow things out and keep the experience smooth and approachable.
This one leans heavily on Delta 3 Carene and Myrcene, which helps explain that sedative calm and sleepy-eyed warmth. Myrcene brings that herbal depth and couch-friendly body effect. Alpha Phellandrene adds just a touch of sharpness and clarity to the mix. Together, they create a terpene profile that feels thoughtfully layered. It’s sweet and spicy, but with backbone.
Italian Ice is very beginner-friendly. It’s not one of those diva strains that throws a fit over a temperature dip or nutrient bump. It grows with a sturdy, balanced structure and doesn’t need a ton of training to produce decent results. With high fungal resistance, it’s a solid pick for growers in humid or variable climates too.
Whether you're working with a compact indoor tent or a sun-drenched outdoor plot, Italian Ice adapts easily. Indoors, it stays well-behaved, with a manageable size ranging from 100 cm to 150 cm. Outdoors or in a greenhouse, it really stretches its legs and can reach between 120 cm and 180 cm, pumping out dense, frosty buds without much fuss. It’s a good match for Mediterranean-style climates, but also holds its own in more temperate or mountainous regions thanks to its rugged genetics.
Italian Ice doesn’t waste time. Expect a fast-flowering cycle, somewhere in the eight to nine week range once the flowering stage kicks in. Indoors, you can expect between 350 grams per m2 and 500 grams per m2. Outdoors, it’ll reward you generously with yields ranging from 450 grams per plant to 650 grams per plant. The buds are chunky, resin-rich, and a joy to trim and cure. This is one of those strains that tends to deliver more than you expect, especially if you treat her well in the final weeks.
If you're after a mellow, flavorful strain that plays nice in the grow room and even better in your stash jar, Italian Ice is a top pick. You get the best of Gelato’s lush body and Forbidden Fruit’s funky complexity in a package that’s refreshingly easy to manage. Buy your Italian Ice seeds now from WeedSeedsExpress and bring a little extra chill to your grow space and your evenings.
| Lineage | Gelato X Forbidden Fruit |
| Flowering Type | photoperiod |
| Gender | feminized |
| Genotype | Indica dominant |
| Ratio | 30 % Sativa / 70 % Indica |
| Grower Profile | Beginner |
| THC | Up to 18.00% |
| CBD | Up to 1.50% |
| Yield Indoor | Up to 500 gr./m2 |
| Yield Outdoor | Up to 650 gr./plant |
| Height Indoor | Up to 150 cm |
| Height Outdoor | Up to 180 cm |
| Climate | Arid, Mediterranean, Temperate, Mountains |
| Flowering Time | 54 to 59 days |
| Flavors | Earthy, Pungent, Cedar |
| Terpines | Delta 3 Carene, Myrcene, Alpha Phellandrene, Limonene |
| Effects | Relaxed, Focused, Sleepy, Calming |
buds turned out beautiful.. the effect is balanced for me.. it's relaxing but not lethargic, perfect for chill days or just hanging out with friends
This was one of the easier strains I’ve grown. The germination rate was great, and the plants didn’t need a lot of babysitting. I grew these outdoors, and they handled the transition from veg to flower smoothly. By the end, the buds were absolutely covered in trichomes, with a sweet, fruity smell that hit you as soon as you walked by. I did notice that one plant was a bit more sensitive to nutrients, so I had to dial it back a bit. The smoke is super smooth, with a mellow, euphoric high. Great for chilling with friends or just winding down solo.
What does Italian Ice taste like?
Sweet and fruity (berries, grape, citrus) with creamy gelato notes and a hint of diesel/spice.
What effects can I expect from Italian Ice?
A balanced hybrid: uplifting and euphoric in the head with calming body relaxation. Potent and better suited for afternoon/evening; higher doses can be sedating.
What are the THC and CBD levels of Italian Ice?
THC typically ranges from 18–25%+, while CBD is usually below 1%.
What is the flowering time and outdoor harvest window for Italian Ice?
Indoors: about 8–9 weeks after the light switch. Outdoors (Northern Hemisphere): late September to early October.
How much can Italian Ice yield indoors and outdoors?
Under good conditions around 500 grams per m2 indoors (SCROG), and up to 800 grams per plant outdoors.
How tall does Italian Ice grow?
Medium height: around 100 cm indoors and up to 200 cm outdoors with training.
Is Italian Ice easy to grow and what training works best?
Moderate difficulty. Responds well to topping, LST and defoliation; great in SCROG. Keep humidity moderate to prevent mold. Expect 1.5–2× stretch after flip.
What climate does Italian Ice prefer?
Warm, fairly dry Mediterranean conditions with daytime temperatures around 21 °C–27 °C, strong airflow and lower humidity in late bloom.
What are the genetics and seed type of Italian Ice?
Gelato 45 x Forbidden Fruit. Commonly offered as feminized photoperiod seeds.
Does Italian Ice smell strong and need odor control?
Yes. It’s very aromatic and pungent; a carbon filter is recommended indoors. Dominant terpenes often include myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene.
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