Top 10 Autoflowering Cannabis Strains For Cold Climates (2024)
- 1. Purple punch auto
- 2. Strawberry pie auto
- 3. Banana purple punch auto
- 4. Gorilla cookies auto
- 5. Forbidden runtz auto
- 6. Purple lemonade auto
- 7. Gorilla zkittlez auto
- 8. Lemon cherry cookies auto
- 9. Apricot auto
- 10. Strawberry gorilla auto
- 11. In conclusion
Growing cannabis outdoors is definitely easier than indoors, as you can rely on Mother Nature for providing all the conditions necessary for successful cultivation. Unfortunately, those conditions are often less than ideal. Many cannabis enthusiasts live in climates, such as Northern Europe, where it's virtually impossible to bring a traditional photoperiod variety to maturity before summer is over and the cold and wet autumn weather sets in.
Luckily, the autoflower revolution has given us plants that start flowering after a couple of weeks from sprouts and finish in another 2 months or even faster. Many autoflowers are also more resilient to cold, wet weather, wind, and pathogens.
Having said that, even among autoflowers, there are strains that are especially adapted to less than ideal climate conditions. Generally, you would want to go for Indica-dominant autos. Or better yet, read this article – we've curated a list of the most cold-resistant autoflowering strains in our catalog which are sure to take on the most challenging weather.
Purple Punch Auto
The perfect ratio of Indica and Sativa makes Purple Punch Auto a very productive and highly resistant autoflowering plant. Don't forget about the so-called hybrid vigor either – it's when the offspring of two distant parents turns out much stronger than an inbred variety.
An incredible flowering time of 63 days from seed to harvest is enough to cultivate this plant in short-summer climates (or have multiple harvests per season in a sunnier and warmer climate, such as Mediterrenean). And you won't have to worry about mold, mildew, or pathogens either.
The terpene profile of Purple Punch Auto can be described as a delicious blend of blueberry muffins and spices with the overtones of cherry and sweet-tart, making you feel like you've been eating a delicious dessert rather than smoking weed.
“It's a treat! This Purple Punch Auto girl grew really fast, she smelled amazing from flowering week 3. Aromas are cherries, berries, sweet fruits, pepper and a bit pungent. Lots of stickyness! Effects are like a punch, happy sleep, no hangover. You will smoke one joint, and you will be stoned and happy, you smoke the second because the grinder smells so good, and goodnight. If you're like me. I will grow this one again!! Good job, Fastbuds!!!
Strawberry Pie Auto
For all the lovers of sweet and fruity terps out there who also want a cold-resistant plant, Strawberry Pie Auto is an excellent choice, as this Indica-dominant autoflowering hybrid is hardy, easy-to-grow, and despite its relatively short stature, produces lots of chunky, sugar-coated buds. Perfect for outdoor gardens, it's also extremely well suited for balconies and terraces.
Strawberry Pie Auto boasts a high THC level of up to 26%, but strangely, all that high potency doesn't make the smoke harsh on the throat. On the contrary, expect a pleasant smooth and velvety experience thanks to the creamy, fruity, and sweet terps. The effects are very focused yet deeply relaxing, bordering on couch lock if you make one toke too many.
Banana Purple Punch Auto
A unique Cali strain that got everyone's attention due to the 'purple', fruity, sugary, or candy-like flavors, massive yields, and an excellent performance outdoors in all scenarios. This 75% Indica-dominant variety will take as little as 8 weeks from seed to harvest, making it ideal for those who have to deal with short summers and require fast finishing cultivars whose speed of flowering doesn't affect yields and quality.
With up to 26% THC and an incredible terpene profile, this cultivar is a must-have for flavor chasers and commercial growers looking to provide top-shelf product to their customers.
“What an amazing strain! Absolute champion! It was very easy to grow. Responded perfectly to LST. Very pleasant scent over flowering period. Sweet berries, ripe fruits and gummies. Not overwhelming. Dense and solid buds structure. Super frosty and super sticky. Will definitely grow this strain again and possibly again.”
Gorilla Cookies Auto
Gorilla Cookies Auto is an amazing blend of two old-school gems and well known for its ability to thrive in all conditions. It's a rapid-flowering, Indica-dominant hybrid, taking only 10 weeks from seed to harvest. Such speed makes this autoflower suitable for one grow cycle in the coolest and wettest of climates, while in better ones, it can produce perpetual harvests all year.
With up to 28.5% THC in some samples, this is arguably the strongest auto not just in our catalog but on the cannabis seeds market in general. Besides this over-the-top potency, the discerning smoker will also appreciate this strain's delightful terpene profile, which blends harmoniously old-school and modern flavors.
“What a giant. I´m so excited for her dry weight, but im relatively sure, that she is the #1 yielder of all plants i´ve ever grown. After the first couple of testsmokes i can say i like her. The taste is not fully developed, but its on the smooth sweet side. The high is quite strong but not overwhelming or too fatigue.”
Forbidden Runtz Auto
Forbidden Runtz Auto is an autoflowering version of a cross between two extremely popular varieties, resulting in a unique terp blend. When cultivated outdoors, the plant is very resilient, meaning it takes cold temperatures and high humidity in stride, with a strong resistance to mold, mildew, and insects.
Potency-wise, Forbidden Runtz Auto is just as strong. Expect extremely powerful effects with 26% THC plus lots of pungent, fruity, sweet, and earthy terps on your palate. The effects first melt your mind and then your body, allowing you to happily chat and have a few belly laughs before vegging out for hours watching Netflix or listening to music.
Purple Lemonade Auto
A purple giant of an autoflower with an extremely citrusy aroma and beautiful dark-colored and frosty buds, creating the ultimate bag appeal. It's amazing how a plant can grow so big and generous in such a short time (just 9-10 weeks), but Purple Lemonade Auto does just that, making it a great option for climates with a very short grow season. It's also a very beginner-friendly cultivar, chugging along despite rookie mistakes.
The effects are very uplifting, happy, and giggly at first and more relaxed and serene on the comedown, but with no couchlock or drowsiness, meaning you can stay high on Purple Lemonade Auto all day long. Unless of course you consume too much lured in by this smoke's concentrated sweet and sour citrus terps.
“God damn! If you're looking for a plant that will yield extremely well in the shortest time possible, look no further! Purple Lemonade from Fast Buds is the real deal! 250g of dry goodness? Just grab these beans and you'll be in awe what she has in store for you! Great smelling, great tasting and most definitely great yielding genetics!”
Gorilla Zkittlez Auto
Gorilla Zkittlez Auto is a very tough and robust plant that is very resistant to cold climates. However, it doesn't really have to be facing cold weather at all, as it finishes in just 9 weeks from sprouts so that the grower can plant the seed at the start of summer and harvest mature buds by the end of it.
Testing at around 27% THC, these buds may well became your favorite and not only for their potency but also for those extra loud pine, citrusy, and sweet terps followed by lip-licking flavors on the exhale.
“A very potent and productive strain. Massive amount of buds, snow-covered from the middle of flowering. Drinks a lot and smells incredibly strong during flowering.”
Lemon Cherry Cookies Auto
This is an auto version of the extremely popular award-winning cultivar. Its ease of growth, quick flowering times, and resistance to such end-of-season issues as mold and bud rot make it ideal for cool climates. With this strain, even beginner growers can count on extra large harvests, while its bright purple-colored flowers with an incredible fruity smell offer that through-the-roof bag appeal that makes Lemon Cherry Cookies Auto a prime candidate for commercial growers.
It's an Indica-dominant hybrid testing at up to 28.5% THC and boasting impressive trichome production, with a delicious sweet berry flavor plus hints of sour citrus, cherry, and sweet cookie dough.
“beautiful color, solid flowers and incredible smell. Curing it and it looks super nice. Easy to grow, was very happy with everything.”
Apricot Auto
This delicious variety is mostly sought-after for its generous resin production and insane terpene profile, but it's also a super-resistant and very easy-to-grow plant. In climates such as California, Spain, or Israel, you can grow this cultivar 3-4 times per year outdoors with no problems. In more challenging climates, it will perform great even if planted late in the season, and there are hardly any habitable regions in the world where you can't bring this plant to full maturity at least once per season.
This auto's THC levels test at up to 26%, and the terpene profile and flavor can be described as a blend of apricot, deliciously sweet tropical fruits, and a strong woody background. These buds are an exceptional choice for hash makers looking to take their extractions to the next level due to the quantity and quality of the resin.
“On the nose she smells of sweet fruit but when smoked you get sweet fruit like apricot or peach with a hint of gas and skunky undertones. People are going to like this one.”
Strawberry Gorilla Auto
Strawberry Gorilla Auto ticks all the boxes when it comes to yield, potency, and resistance. This extremely well-balanced Sativa hybrid is amongst the most popular strains due to its strong high and unique flavors. Taking 10 weeks from seed to harvest, it's perfectly suited for commercial growers who want multiple outdoor cycles each year.
Boasting abundant harvests of sweet ripe-strawberry terps, this plant is recommended to extract artists and hash makers who will appreciate its prolific resin profile as well as its record breaking THC levels of around 28 percent.
In Conclusion
The 10 strains we presented in this article will produce amazing results in all types of challenging climates. Growers who experience shorter summers followed by a cold and wet fall will find the above list to be their way of filling up those curing jars with enough bud to last them till the next season.
Just remember that plants are living beings: while cold-resistant, they aren't freeze-proof, so keep an eye on your babies and if the leaves are droopy or they're showing other signs of cold stress, make sure you take appropriate measures. Covering your plants with a plastic sheet or even building a basic greenhouse structure can make a difference between a regular harvest and a great one. Happy growing!
