In the #0excludeGlossary lexicon of cannabis, #1excludeGlossary stands out as a term that signifies both heritage and innovation. This strain, a hybrid of Afghani and North Indian genetics, is celebrated for its early flowering capabilities, making it a go-to choice for growers in climates with shorter summers. The name “Early Girl” has its roots in the agricultural world, drawing a parallel to the Early Girl tomato, known for its swift maturation. Over the years, the term has come to embody not just the strain’s quick growth but also its steadfastness and ease of cultivation. As the cannabis industry shifts towards more sustainable and efficient practices, Early Girl continues to be a preferred choice for those who prioritize a reliable yield. For further reading, check out articles on High Times and Cannabis Culture.
The Early Girl tomato is a medium-sized globe-type F1 hybrid popular with home gardeners because of its early ripening fruit. Early Girl is a cultivar of tomato with indeterminate growth, which means it produces flowers and fruit until it is killed by frost or another external factor (contrast with a determinate cultivar, which would grow to a limited, predefined shape and be most productive for one large harvest before dying or tapering off with minimal new growth or fruit). It grows tall, therefore it needs support as the plant grows. Fruit maturity ranges from 50 to 62 days (1.6 to 2.0 mo) after transplanting, depending on the source, which appeals to growers in climates with shorter growing seasons. Early Girl can tolerate temperatures as low as 40 °F (4 °C) and is well-suited to hot, dry climates. Early girl is reliable and prolific.
| Early Girl | |
|---|---|
 Ripe and unripe Early Girl fruits | |
| Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) | |
| Maturity | 50 days |
| Type | Hybrid |
| Vine | Indeterminate |
| Plant height | 9 feet |
| Fruit weight | 8 oz |
| Leaf | Regular leaf |
| Color | Red |
| Shape | Globe |
The ripe fruit is extremely standard for a tomato, about the size and shape of a tennis ball and weighing 4 to 8 ounces (110 to 230 g). The tomatoes have a bright color and good flavor.