Autoflowering Cannabis Seeds

Auto Flower Cannabis Seeds Vs. Photoperiod Weed Seeds

The growth cycle of a cannabis plant is essential for agriculture, cloning, and harvest. The vegetative phase starts when seedlings begin to grow, absorb light, and reach their height. At the end of the vegetative stage, the cannabis plant enters the flowering stage, and as the name suggests, this is when the juicy buds and terpenes are created. There seems to be a lot of confusion regarding the difference between photoperiod weed seeds and auto-flowering seeds. The process can be simplified for educational purposes.

Marijuana is naturally a photoperiod plant which means it relies on a light cycle to bloom. Therefore, photoperiod weed seeds can germinate and enter the vegetative phase either indoors or outdoors. Photoperiod weed seeds entering the vegetative phase indoors require a 12-12 light cycle. This entails that to begin flowering, a cannabis plant needs 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness over 24 hours. Now the light schedule differs for photoperiod cannabis plants grown in an outdoor setting. As a general rule of thumb, marijuana plants entering the vegetative phase outdoors begin to flower when the daylight hours drop below 15.

So, What are Auto Flower Cannabis Seeds?

Auto-flower weed seeds do not depend on the light cycle to begin flowering. Instead, once the cannabis plant reaches a certain age, it starts to flower automatically. This ability to flower independent of the light cycle (and season) gives auto-flowering cannabis seeds its unique feature.

Breaking Down the Pros and Cons of Autoflower Cannabis Seeds

Autoflower cannabis seeds have been reported to produce fat and juicy buds: The plant establishes its size roughly around 1 to 2 months of maturity. Autos don't grow tall, but their buds begin to fatten during their lifespan.

Reports show that the autoflower weed seeds are good for beginners! Auto flower cannabis seeds don't rely on a light cycle to bloom. Instead, they will begin to enter the vegetative phase on their own once they reach a certain age. As they require little intervention and maintenance, Autos have been a great choice for beginners.

The THC content is comparable to photoperiod marijuana strains. Photoperiod cannabis seeds take a lot longer to grow, flower and develop their rich terpene profile. For this reason, buds from photoperiod marijuana seeds have always been considered superior to that of autos. However, the evolution of cannabis genetics has come a long way. Today, records show breeders can produce auto flower seeds containing moderate to high THC levels, creating plants with a spectacular and intense high.

Some Cons You Should Know About Autoflower Marijuana Seeds

Autoflower marijuana seeds cannot be cloned: Cloning is a form of asexual reproduction which involves cutting a branch from a mature female cannabis plant (referred to as a mother plant) and regrowing a new plant. Marijuana grown from its mother plant will be genetically identical, and this is what is referred to as cloning. A clone of an auto-flower marijuana plant would be the same age as its mother plant; thus, it would not develop. For this reason, auto-flower weed seeds make poor mothers and cannot be cloned.

Flavour profile and potency: When it comes to potency, auto-flower cannabis plants may not always be the best choice partly because their short life-cycle limits their THC concentration. Photoperiod marijuana plants have more time to develop a unique flavour profile and THC concentration. As a result, it is generally reported that photoperiod marijuana plants are a lot more potent than autos. With the advancement of genetic breeding, many cannabis seed breeders cultivate auto seeds with a moderate THC concentration.

The yield may be lower: Auto-flower weed seeds begin to flower once they reach a certain age, so this often limits their growth and development. In contrast, the growth of a photoperiod plant is controlled by the light cycle which means they can remain in the vegetative stage for a more extended period and grow to greater heights and develop more potent buds.

Our Massive Autoflower Seed Bank

There are many benefits to choosing auto-flower seeds. With auto-flower marijuana seeds, online forum users report a fast harvest, multiple yearly crops, good yields, and good flavors. At Seed-City, we take pride in stocking some of the best auto-flower seeds from top breeders worldwide. So, check out which of our legendary autos interest you the most.

White Widow Autoflower Seeds

The White Widow auto flower marijuana is genuinely a legend amongst cannabis connoisseurs. She is a hybrid of the original White Widow, a photoperiod plant, and the Critical+ Autoflower. White Widow auto-flower seeds are reportedly suited for beginner growers as their complete life-cycle averages 75 to 85 days with a yield of 190 to 240 g/plant. Their THC concentration is generally low, averaging at 15%. The White Widow has been reported as creating a smooth high, quite calming and relaxing. Her flavor profile is subtle but delicious, with the expectation of bursts of sweet citrus with notes of earth, floral, and sandalwood.

Northern Lights Autoflower Weed Seeds

The Northern Lights Auto-flower seeds is an Indica dominant plant that is a hybrid of the original Northern Lights and a Ruderalis strain. Northern Lights is known as an excellent strain that can make a great addition to a cannabis connoisseurs collection . This auto strain's average flowering time is 9 weeks, and it has been reported that a reasonable yield of 200 g/ plant (outdoors) and 550 g/m2 (indoors) is expected. A feature distinctive to this auto strain is her flavour and aroma profile, which online forum users often describe as a sweet fruity fragrance with pine and earth notes. Northern Lights boasts a moderate THC concentration of 14%. The high is reported as body-buzzing and calming.

BCN Critical Autoflower Cannabis Seeds

The BCN Critical Autoflower cannabis seeds by Seed Stockers is Seed-City's most popular auto-flower marijuana strain. Boasting a modest THC concentration of 22%, this auto-flower strain has been reported as having a deep, long-lasting high. It's reported that among the various auto-flowering strains, the BCN Critical Autoflower cannabis seeds are suited to both indoors and outdoor, where it has an average flowering period of 75 days. BCN Critical Mass has a sensational flavour profile, with reports of her buds producing a sweet and tangy citrus flavour. Sources show that this auto flower weed seed is very hardy, making her popular amongst a wide range of cannabis seed collectors.