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As with any cannabis strain, an autoflower worth its weight needs to produce decent yields of flower with a strong structure, plenty of potent resin, and a mouth-watering aroma. Thanks to the hard work of cannabis breeders, today's autoflowers are capable of just that—and even more. In this article, we'll shine a light on the best autoflowering strains currently on the market. Regardless of your skills or how you choose to grow, these 10 specimens deserve a place in your garden.
If you still have doubts about the potency of autoflowers, toking on Gorilla Glue Autoflowering will put them to rest. Originally created as part of a breeding "accident" by Joesy Whales and Lone Watie, GG has become arguably one of the most popular cannabis strains on the planet, largely due to its incredible potency. Now, growing and enjoying this renowned strain is easier than ever before, thanks to the creation of Gorilla Glue Autoflowering.
It takes just 9 weeks for Gorilla Glue Autoflowering to grow from a sprouted seed into a bulky bush loaded with frosty flowers. During this time, she'll grow to 60–100cm tall and develop sticky, dense flowers with up to 24% THC. When it's time to light up, Gorilla Glue Autoflowering will hit you with a strong cerebral euphoria quickly followed by a creeping couch-lock. Her aroma is dominated by pine and citrus notes, accentuated with hints of sour fuel, while her taste is sweet and lemony.
The name Northern Lights is bound to prick the ears of many indica connoisseurs. This delicious, potent specimen is renowned for producing a strong physical stone, and is treasured by holistic and recreational users alike. Northern Lights Autoflowering packs the flavour, potency, and warming body buzz of the original Northern Lights into a fast, simple plant that'll reach harvest in record time. With a 10-week life cycle and strong genetics, Northern Lights Autoflowering is an express strain that performs well indoors and out, in a variety of climates. Her indica dominance makes Northern Lights Autoflowering very resilient to pests and cold climates.
Breeders claim that NLA can yield up to 200g/plant outdoors, or 500g/m² in SOG, and smokers never grow tired of basking in her delicious aromas and soothing effects. Her rich mix of terpenes exhibit a strong pine aroma with a touch of sweetness and spicy, earthy undertones. Meanwhile, her effects instantly put the mind at ease and relax the entire body, making her ideal for smokers wanting to unwind and recharge.
Amnesia Haze is a true Dutch coffeeshop classic. With her mind-boggling, almost psychedelic effect and iconic aroma, it's really no wonder this strain has left the legacy it has. The only downside to Amnesia Haze, as with most Haze varieties, has always been her long flowering stage and large stature. Luckily, with the creation of Amnesia Haze Autoflowering, those troubles are now in the past.
Reaching a maximum height of roughly 150cm, Amnesia Haze Autoflowering is perfectly suited to indoor cultivation in small tents or rooms. Meanwhile, her 11-week life cycle (that's right; this Haze takes just 11 weeks from seed to harvest!) makes Amnesia Haze Autoflowering ideal for outdoor gardeners working with short growing seasons. Come harvest time, she will reward with large, elongated flowers boasting a rich, sweet lemon aroma with those iconic hints of pepper, spice, and earth. And just like the original, Amnesia Haze Autoflowering produces an uplifting euphoria that's perfect for early mornings or daytime sessions when you need to stay productive, focused, and motivated.
Zkittlez is a US dispensary favourite. Created from Grape Ape, Grapefruit, and a mystery strain, this hybrid is loved for its strong candy-fruit aroma, dense flowers, and uplifting effects. She has won countless accolades at cannabis cups across the globe, and, thanks to this new autoflowering recreation, could become the hottest addition to your tent, room, or outdoor cannabis garden yet.
Zkittlez Autoflowering is typically an indica-dominant variety, like her photoperiod predecessor. She takes 11–12 weeks from seed to harvest, taking roughly 4 weeks to veg followed by an 8-week flowering phase. During bloom, Zkittlez develops thick indica-style buds with a heavy coating of aromatic resin. Pick her apart in a grinder, and you'll be seduced by a strong candy aroma dominated by hints of sweet berries, cherries, and tropical fruits. After just one hit, Zkittlez Autoflowering will lull you into a deep state of relaxation before sending you off into a deep, restorative slumber.
Blueberry is another classic US hybrid that has earned legendary status among cannabis connoisseurs everywhere. Her big, bold berry aroma and balanced effects, which perfectly combine a relaxing body buzz with a creative, social head high, are hard to top. Blueberry Autoflowering builds on that by taking these flavours and effects, and preserving them in a specimen that's even simpler and faster to grow.
Good soil and some light organic fertiliser is all it takes to bring out the best in Blueberry Autoflowering. In just 9–10 weeks, this stable hybrid will grow to roughly 75cm tall and produce long, dense flowers with a delicious fresh berry aroma and roughly 14% THC. While yields vary, Blueberry Autoflowering can produce up to 70g/plant. Light her up, and she will fill the room with her sweet stench (which also features subtle hints of pine and flowers) and will soothe the entire body while easing mental tension. Enjoy her later in the evening, among friends, or outside on your day off for a long-lasting, happy, and balanced buzz.
Wedding Cake (also known as Triangle Mints #23) is another new US strain that's quickly won the hearts of cannabis lovers everywhere. Slightly indica dominant, Wedding Cake combines genetics from Triangle Kush and Animal Mints. Her buds are renowned for their thick layer of sticky trichomes, rich vanilla cookies aroma, and powerful effects that combine a long-lasting euphoria and deep physical relaxation. Wedding Cake Automatic is just as delicious and potent, but boasts the easy cultivation traits of an autoflower.
Thanks to her solid genetics, Wedding Cake Automatic grows vigorously with little to no intervention needed from growers. With a solid growing medium and plenty of light, Wedding Cake Automatic will reach an average height, and performs well indoors and outdoors alike. Her entire life cycle lasts roughly 9 weeks, at the end of which she will weigh heavy with thick indica buds that smell of fresh cream cheese frosting, vanilla shortcake, and dark spices. She makes for a smooth and sweet smoke highlighting hints of wood and earth, and induces strong, immediate euphoria that eventually transitions into a warming body buzz.
Mazar is a beloved strain born in the hilly regions of north Afghanistan, where specimens can grow up to 4m tall and produce immense amounts of dense, delicious flower. Given its origins, Mazar can hold up to cool climates and is naturally resilient to many pests and pathogens. Auto Mazar takes the potency, flavour, and high yields of the original Mazar and combines them with the ease, speed, and manageable stature of an autoflower.
Auto Mazar's full life cycle lasts roughly 10 weeks from seed to harvest. On average, plants grow to just 70–80cm and produce a thick central stem with a few side branches. Her foliage is broad and dark green—characteristic of a high-calibre indica—and her nodes are closely spaced together. In bloom, Auto Mazar will develop 100–200g/plant of tight indica nugs covered in frosty resin. Her aroma is sweet and herbal, with a complex mix of sour, earthy, and spicy undertones. Her effects, as you might expect, hit right between the eyes, before inducing a narcotic body stone that's best enjoyed in the evening or just before bed.
Looking for a CBD-rich auto? Then this is it! Stress Killer Automatic CBD is a unique hybrid with a stable 1:1 CBD:THC ratio. The original feminized Stress Killer CBD combines genetics from Juanita la Lagrimosa (a fruity CBD strain) and Lemon Shining Silver Haze (a cross of Lemon Skunk and Amnesia Haze). Stress Killer Automatic CBD, however, combines these genetics with ruderalis.
Stress Killer Automatic CBD takes roughly 11 weeks to complete her life cycle—a little longer than some of the other strains on this list. But the wait is well worth it; depending on how and where she's grown, Stress Killer Automatic CBD can reach between 90 and 160cm, which is exceptional for an autoflower. Come harvest time, her strong branches and central stem will be loaded with heavy, bright green flowers emanating a bold citrus Haze aroma packed with hints of fruit. Finally, her high has to be one of the most balanced we've ever experienced; Stress Killer Automatic CBD is ideal for when you want to enjoy a gentle buzz that boosts the mood and keeps you focused. Light her up in the morning, during the day, or during late-night study/work sessions to enjoy CBD and THC in harmony.
Do we really need to introduce this new-school classic? Gelato might be a semi-new creation, but it has already won its status as a cannabis icon. Known for its fruity, creamy flavours/aromas and balanced genetics, Gelato has raked in countless accolades at cannabis cups everywhere. Now, with Gelato Auto, you can grow this American superstar with ease, in as little as 8–9 weeks.
Gelato Auto seeds are very stable and produce strong, fast-growing seedlings. As they grow, plants develop large leaves and plenty of bud sites. Then, once in bloom, Gelato Auto plants produce thick buds that can take on beautiful purple and blue hues in the right conditions. Gelato Auto is a top resin producer, making her a popular choice among growers who like to create their own hash and other concentrates. Finally, her aroma is exactly like that of the original Gelato, boasting super-sweet fruit overtones mixed with notes of cream, vanilla, and subtle earthy hints. Her effects are extremely balanced, producing an immediate cerebral rush that's ideal for creative or social situations, followed by a strong, soothing body buzz.
White Widow is a coffeeshop icon born in the Netherlands. Bred from a super potent Brazilian landrace sativa and a resin-rich indica from Southern India, White Widow has remained a stoner staple since its birth in the 90s, and is still treasured by weed lovers the world over. White Widow Autoflowering preserves the delicious aromas and flavours of the original WW, but in a small, fast-flowering plant that's ideal for novice or space-pressed growers.
Taking roughly 12 weeks to go from seed to harvest, White Widow Autoflowering is one of the slowest strains on this list. But as you know, good things come to growers who wait. Grow her in well-draining, nutrient-rich organic soil, and she will need little attention or intervention. Consider giving her a boost with molasses during the bloom stage, and you're guaranteed to harvest top-shelf Dutch flower. White Widow Autoflowering preserves that classic White Widow aroma; pungent citrus overtones mingle with earthy, floral notes. Her effects are very potent and kick in immediately after your first hit, sharpening your focus, boosting your mood, and leaving you feeling energetic and creative. White Widow Autoflowering is a perfect smoke for any time of day.
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