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Autoflower Cannabis Seeds

If you are new to the cannabis world, you might not be familiar with autoflowering plants, as we traditionally deal with photoperiods. We want to be inclusive, so this first section is for all you new growers out there. Skip it if you want, we won’t be offended!

What Are Autoflowering Cannabis Strains?

Autoflowers differ slightly from the photoperiods that we all know. While photoperiods are Indicas, Sativas, or more commonly, a hybrid of the two, autoflowers have a third, lesser-known species bred in: the Ruderalis. 

Most Cannabis Ruderalis strains come from the harsh, formidable climates of Asia, Eastern Europe, and Russia, resulting in a robust, resilient plant that can survive in inhospitable environments that would be lethal to other species of cannabis. 

They are true survivors, and even their seeds have the innate ability to be viable despite being roughly handled or even crushed. 

So, how do they differ from our photoperiods?

Autoflowers vs Photoperiods 

There are several key differences between autoflowers and photoperiods, the primary one being that autoflowers don’t depend on light cycles to flip. Instead, they flip automatically based on their age, hence the name. 

• When They Flower 

Normally, photoperiods start flowering when the days grow shorter and darkness increases, but autos flower irrespective of daylight hours. This might be helpful if you’re living in an environment with short summers and sun exposure is scarce. Depending on the environment, some outdoor autos might even flower well into winter! 

• Size, Yield, and Lifecycle

Autos also tend to be smaller than photos, which can be a godsend if you have limited space. Naturally, this means their yield is typically less, so the choice is yours. They also have a shorter lifecycle and flower quicker, which suits growers that want shorter or multiple growing seasons. 

• Resilience

We mentioned earlier that autoflowers are incredibly resilient. Ruderalis have genes from industrial hemp, which means they can survive in harsh conditions, making them ideal for new growers who might make slight mistakes, or those living in unpredictable climates. 

• Cannabinoid Profile 

Cannabis Ruderalis varieties tend to contain higher concentrations of CBD, while Indicas and Sativas typically have under 1%. However, with advanced breeding techniques, autoflower strains still contain higher concentrations of THC than CBD. 

In addition, autoflowers can also be bred as CBD-rich strains that can be used in all kinds of medical applications. 

Why Grow Autoflowers?

In case you skipped the previous section, here are some reasons why some folks choose to grow autos.

• Flowers Automatically

Autos flower automatically based on their age, not light. This is a huge plus for growers that live in environments with short summers and scarce sunlight. Some autos can also flower in the winter, which is great if you’re looking for multiple growing seasons. 

• Smaller 

Autos tend to be smaller than photos, averaging 50 to 100 cm indoors with some outdoor plants reaching 150 cm. Of course, this depends on strain and phenotype, but many growers with limited space find autos way easier to control. 

• Shorter Lifecycle

Autos have a shorter lifecycle than photos. For example, photoperiods like AK47 and Blue Dream can take up to 10 weeks to flower but their autoflower counterparts can do so as early as 8 weeks. If you want a short growing season or multiple seasons in a year, autos might be your thing. 

• Resilient

Autoflowers have Cannabis Ruderalis genes, a species that hails from the harsh, unforgiving climates of Asia, Russia, and Eastern Europe. This makes them hardier and more resilient towards temperature fluctuations and common mistakes. 

New growers who might make mistakes feeding, watering, or pruning might find autos easier to grow. In addition, they don’t require as much maintenance such as LST, pruning, topping, or defoliating as their photoperiod counterparts, making them suitable for those who want easy-to-grow plants. 

How To Grow Autoflowers

Growing autoflowers successfully is almost the same as growing photoperiods. 

The key points are:

• Use only top-quality seeds from trusted sources. (Like us!). The better the seeds, the higher the chance of germination and your plants will have the best head start possible to grow strong and happy. 
• Germinate the seeds according to best practices. See our paper towel method here.
• Provide the appropriate amount of water, and be careful not to overwater. 
• Use top-quality soil specifically meant for cannabis plants. Here are our favorites. 
• Feed the appropriate amount of nutrients with the right NPK ratio according to the stage of the plant’s lifecycle. Higher nitrogen for the vegetative stage, higher phosphorus and potassium for flowering. 
• Monitor your plants closely for signs of common problems like mold, creepy crawlies, brown spots, infestations. 
• Keep humidity at 40 to 50% during vegetative and 50 to 60% during flowering. Provide plenty of airflow. 
• Autoflowers don’t need as much maintenance as photos, but you might still consider some forms of LST, pruning, and topping. 

Ready to Start Growing Autoflowering Cannabis Plants?

Now you’ve chosen to grow autos, time to pick your strain. 

From heavy-hitting Indicas like Northern Lights to mind-bogglin’ Sativas like Durban Poison, the choice is yours. Or enjoy the best of both worlds with award-winning hybrids like AK47, Gorilla Glue, and White Widow.  

One way or another, be sure to start with some bonza seeds from reputable banks. To us, there’s nothing more heartbreaking than seeds that don’t germinate or a sick plant. We love our plants, and when they are happy, we are happy too!