I've been researching what strain to get. I have two requirements, as stated above it needs to be able to handle temps of 86-90F (will be grown in these temps the entire cycle) and it needs to be relatively short or at least SCROG-able. I've *always* wanted to grow white widow...would this plant be fitting for my needs?In my experience you should go for a strong Sativa-Indica hybrid like White widow. Will take a bit of heat and still finishes up in a reasonable time.
I grew WW from Nirvana in a wardrope that was running consistantly at around 35%c lights on and it didn't show any stress at all. Perpeptually for about 8months, Yeilded shitloads.
Also white widow is pretty much idiot proof, a good strain for beginners if thats what you are.
+1 If the root temps are stable most temp stress is mitigated. That's why you see plants outdoors in 100 degree weather surviving but indoors they die. Outdoor plants have the benefit of the roots being deep underground where that 100f air can't penetrate. Basements are great for this because the floor is always cool.Mandala Seeds has some good heat-resistant strains. One thing that really helps is giving the plants a bigger pot. Giving your plants more room for their roots can really help mitigate a lot of stress that comes from high temps.
I think you just have an incredible affinity for strains who's names begin with a k. the probability for doing so is 1 in 26 x 26 x 26.I would say killaminjaro, kwazulu, & from nirvana kaya gold.