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How to grow autoflowers

Auto-flowering refers to a cannabis trait that allows these special plants to produce buds without needing a specific amount of darkness each day. Autoflowers are not photoperiod (light hours) dependent plants. An internal clock controls the plant’s natural transition from vegetative to flowering cycles. In this autoflower grow guide we will point out all you’ll …

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Best soil for growing autoflower marijuana plants

What is the best type of soil for autoflower cannabis? 

Growing a great crop of autoflower cannabis requires attention to detail regardless of the growing medium you use. If you’re going to grow in soil, you should understand how to prepare (or purchase) the best soil for autoflowers.  The best soil for growing autoflowers in any environment should drain well and dry out on a …

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Autoflower marijuana plant growing outdoors

Autoflower Feeding Schedule

Plants need food like the rest of us. And just like us, knowing what food leads to what outcome within the body is essential. Cannabis plants have different nutrients that help power other systems within them, and these can typically break down into micronutrients and macronutrients. The three main components you’ll see contributing to the …

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How to grow autoflowers outside

When growers first get started, there can be so many questions. Every topic can lead curious cultivators deeper into rabbit holes of community knowledge. One thing that can make it easier for your first few grows is to focus on growing autoflowers outdoors instead of photoperiod plants. Autoflowers will do just that – they “automatically …

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How to make super soil for autoflowers

When gardening, it’s best to let nature do her thing by providing the right conditions. With that in mind, let’s discuss how to make super soil for autoflowers. Making the effort now to create a premixed soil for autoflowers will save a lot of work later and pay off big at harvest time.  The best …

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how to germinate autoflowering cannabis seeds

Germination guide for autoflowering seeds

Germinating autoflower seeds is an important first step on your grow journey. Keeping sterile conditions and controlling the environment will propel your plants toward success. Autoflower seeds can be germinated using common techniques; what happens after germination makes the autoflower process slightly different. By giving your seedling a healthy, stress-free start, you establish a strong …

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Growing autoflowering cannabis by following the best grow light schedule

The best light schedule for autoflowers

Autoflower varieties are unique, thanks to the exclusive trait allowing these plants to flower under different light cycles. With a handful of autoflower lighting schedules to choose from, curious growers want to know, what is the best light cycle for autoflowers? Light drives growth, but is there such a thing as too much light, do …

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autoflower cannabis plant

How Autoflowers Were Created

Cannabis ruderalis, a little-known subgroup of the cannabis plant, has played a significant role in developing autoflowering cannabis strains. Autoflowers haven’t always been the most desirable plants to grow in the cannabis community, but they’ve been bred over generations to be able to compete with photoperiod plants. The history of autoflowering seeds and their ruderalis …

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How to maximize autoflower yield

Regarding the wide world of growing, autoflowers have developed a reputation for low yields and quality. However, through the work of breeders and growers, those days are behind us. Along with their hard work, there are various ways to help autoflowers reach their full potential. When asked how to maximize autoflower yields, it breaks down …

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Cannabis plants growing in fabric pots.

Choosing a pot size for autoflowers

Growing is an art of science, and some methods achieve better results than others. There are different sizes, types, and colors of pots to consider, and it can be intimidating to know if you’re making the right choice. And with good reason. Your choice of an auto flower pot can impact your plant’s growth. We’ll …

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Auto marijuana plant

What are the best nutrients for autoflowering cannabis?

Autoflowers can save the day when it comes to faster harvests, manageable plant sizes, simpler lighting requirements, and more. However, when growing autoflowers vs. regular or feminized seeds, there are some nuances. If you want to maximize yields and quality in your home grow, consider the best nutrients for autoflowering and know how autoflowers differ …

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