What is an Autoflower?

An autoflowering cannabis strain is a type of cannabis plant that will automatically transition from the vegetative stage to the flowering stage based on the plant's age, rather than the light cycle. This is in contrast to traditional photoperiod cannabis strains, which rely on a change in the light cycle to initiate flowering. Autoflowering strains are believed to have originated from the cannabis ruderalis species, which is a wild and less potent strain of cannabis that can be found in the colder regions of the world like Russia, Poland, etc.

Autoflowering strains are usually smaller and less potent than traditional photoperiod strains, but they have a faster growth cycle and can be grown in a shorter period of time, typically from seed to harvest in around 8-10 weeks. They are also more resistant to stress, pests and disease, which makes them a great choice for beginners and for growers who want to get multiple harvests in a single growing season. They are also easier to hide since they are smaller, which makes them a good option for discreet growing.

It's important to note that autoflowering strains have some limitations, such as lower yields than traditional photoperiod strains and that laws and regulations regarding the cultivation of cannabis vary by location and it is illegal in some places. It is important to know and abide by the laws in your area before growing cannabis.

Why Grow Autoflower?

1. Faster Growth Cycle: Autoflowering strains have a shorter growth cycle than traditional photoperiod strains, typically completing the entire life cycle from seed to harvest in around 8-10 weeks.

2. No need to change light cycle: Autoflowering strains do not rely on a change in the light cycle to initiate flowering, eliminating the need for manual adjustments.

3. Discreet and easy to hide: Autoflowering strains tend to be smaller and more compact, making them ideal for discreet growing operations.

4. Stable Genetics: Autoflowering strains have a more stable and consistent genetics, making it easier to predict the final outcome of the plants.

5. High THC Content: Some autoflowering strains can have high THC content and good yields.

6. Easy to Grow: Autoflowers are known for their low maintenance and easy to grow nature, making them perfect for beginners.

7. Great for small spaces: Autoflowering strains are perfect for small spaces and indoor growing operations.

8. Suitable for all climates: Autoflowering strains can be grown in all climates, making them suitable for outdoor and indoor growing operations.

9. Resistant to pests and diseases: Autoflowering strains are more resistant to pests and diseases, which means less time spent on maintenance.

10. Multiple harvests in one season: Autoflowering strains allow growers to get multiple harvests in one season, increasing overall yield.
    
    

Where to grow autoflower?

Autoflowering cannabis strains can be grown in a variety of settings, both indoors and outdoors. Here are some options for growing autoflowering cannabis:

1. Indoors: Autoflowering strains are well-suited for indoor growing operations because they do not rely on a change in the light cycle to initiate flowering. This means that they can be grown under a constant light schedule, making them easier to manage than traditional photoperiod strains.

2. Outdoors: Autoflowering strains can also be grown outdoors, but they tend to be smaller and less potent than traditional photoperiod strains. They also can be grown in a shorter time frame, making them a good option for growers who want to get multiple harvests in a single growing season.

3. Greenhouses: Greenhouses are a great option for growing autoflowering cannabis. They offer the benefits of both indoor and outdoor growing, including protection from weather and pests, while still allowing for natural light.

4. Hydroponics: Autoflowering strains can also be grown using hydroponic systems, which involve growing plants in a nutrient-rich solution rather than in soil. This can speed up growth and increase yields.

Benefits of growing autoflower?

Faster growth cycle: Autoflowering strains have a shorter growth cycle than traditional photoperiod strains, typically completing the entire life cycle from seed to harvest in around 8-10 weeks.

1. No need to change light cycles: Autoflowering strains do not rely on a change in the light cycle to initiate flowering, eliminating the need for manual adjustments.

2. Discreet and easy to hide: Autoflowering strains tend to be smaller and more compact, making them ideal for discreet growing operations.

3. Stable genetics: Autoflowering strains have a more stable and consistent genetics, making it easier to predict the final outcome of the plants.

4. High THC content: Some autoflowering strains can have high THC content and good yields.

5. Easy to grow: Autoflowers are known for their low maintenance and easy to grow nature, making them perfect for beginners.

6. Great for small spaces: Autoflowering strains are perfect for small spaces and indoor growing operations.

7. Suitable for all climates: Autoflowering strains can be grown in all climates, making them suitable for outdoor and indoor growing operations.

8. Resistant to pests and diseases: Autoflowering strains are more resistant to pests and diseases, which means less time spent on maintenance.

9. Multiple harvests in one season: Autoflowering strains allow growers to get multiple harvests in one season, increasing overall yield.

10. Can be grown year-round: Autoflowering strains can be grown year