Top 5 Outdoor Autoflower Seeds
- 1. What are the advantages of growing cannabis outdoors?
- 1. a. Natural sunlight
- 1. b. Huge yields
- 1. c. No maintenance
- 1. d. Save lots of money
- 2. Gorilla zkittlez auto
- 3. Amnesia zkittlez auto
- 4. Gorilla cookies auto
- 5. Stardawg auto
- 6. Californian snow auto
- 7. In conclusion
Given a choice between growing indoors or outdoors, most growers would choose the latter. It’s an absolute joy to grow marijuana in its natural environment and observe its beauty, aroma, and a promise of pleasure once it's harvested.
In this article, we take a look at Fast Buds' top 5 autoflowering cannabis strains for outdoor growers that will give you the upper hand against less-than-ideal climates! Remember that these strains can be grown indoors with as much success; it's just that they do a better job than others in outdoor gardens.
What Are the Advantages of Growing Cannabis Outdoors?
Outdoor gardens are the easiest and cheapest way to grow cannabis. This is because most of the things needed are already provided by nature. It’s possible that in some cases you'll have to make your own nutrients such as compost or KNF or buy fertilizers at your local grow shop but, in general, all you need is a patch of dirt plus sunlight and water.
When growing outdoors, you won’t need an expensive grow light, while still allowing your plant to reveal its full potential by converting natural sunlight into lots and lots of trichomes and terpenes.
Also, growing outdoors can be environmentally friendly and sustainable if you choose a more natural approach. You won’t need to use electricity for fans or any other equipment; in most cases, you won’t even need a greenhouse – it’s just a matter of germinating, planting, and then letting your plants do their thing.
Obviously, you will have to water and feed them but that’s it – unlike indoors, where you’ll have to constantly check a thermometer and a hygrometer to make sure the conditions are on point, adjust the light intensity, distance, fan speed, etc...basically, mimic the outdoors environment inside your grow tent.
Natural Sunlight
As we mentioned already, sunlight is unbeatable. It's trickier with photoperiod strains, as they flower in autumn, when the sunlight is already scarce in many countries. In this case, simply shift to autoflowers. If you plant them in May, they will flower in June and July, when the sun is the most intense, so you'll get a bumper harvest.
Huge Yields
Have you ever tried growing outside? Or have you seen pictures of growers flaunting their plants growing outdoors? No? We suggest you take a look. Cannabis plants are naturally meant to be grown outdoors. Although they won’t be spoon-fed like plants in your grow tent, they'll turn into monsters if you give enough space to their roots.
Yes, in most places, you can't grow cannabis outdoors year-around, so what? Your once-per-year harvest will be so big you won't need to grow till the next season.
No Maintenance
Plants growing outdoors quickly adjust to their conditions. You don’t need to monitor them constantly. You simply sow the seeds and let them do their thing. If the soil isn’t very fertile, you’ll need to provide fertilizers, and you'll probably need to water your patch every morning, but compared to the maintenance for plants growing indoors, this is a walk in the park.
Then there’s pH ,TDS, and whatnot, and if you’re into hydroponics, your efforts increase tenfold and you have to monitor the water too, but when the plants are outside, you don’t have to worry about pH and things like that at all. Your cannabis simply grows in its natural habitat just like other plants. It’s called weed for a reason, after all.
Save Lots of Money
You spend a good amount of money upfront and then during each cycle, when you grow marijuana indoors. Yes, it gives you more control, but at what cost?
With outdoor cultivation, on the other hand, you won’t be spending anything at all. Except for the cost of seeds, of course, and this is where you don't want to get cheap, as good genetics is key. So, let’s take a look at the top 5 autoflowers that guarantee you success outdoors.
1. Gorilla Zkittlez Auto
Gorilla Zkittlez Auto is a champion. She won Dabadoo Brasil 2022 and the American Autoflower Cup 2022. The best part of growing Gorilla Zkittlez Auto is that you absolutely don’t need to maintain it. It’s a very stable plant that continues to grow in the harshest conditions and with minimal maintenance, just like its ancestor Ruderalis. Even if you forget to water your garden for a few days, Gorilla Zkittlez Auto will cope with the stress.
Whether you choose a balcony or a backyard to grow this beauty, you’ll never regret your decision. The THC levels of this strain are amazing at over 27 percent. This potent smoke has a rich aroma that combines different fragrances – from fruity to spicy – making it a perfect addition for your outdoor grow.
2. Amnesia Zkittlez Auto
Derived from the genetics of the classic Amnesia Haze and Zkittlez, this plant is an excellent choice no matter where you decide to grow. It’s especially fit for outdoor gardens with their often challenging conditions. This autoflower has the tendency to branch out, so you'll get lots of deliciously smelling and tasting nuggets. We guarantee you’ll keep coming back to this strain simply because it’s so easy to look at and easy to grow as well.
As the name suggests, Amnesia Zkittlez Auto smells and tastes like candy. The effects are immediate, and you’ll feel good – really good. With over 24% THC, this Sativa-like high will have you soaring over the sky all day long.
3. Gorilla Cookies Auto
If you’ve ever avoided autoflowers because you thought they didn’t produce much, wait until you meet Gorilla Cookies Auto! She will teach you a thing or two about autoflowers, and we promise you that you may never want to look at another strain again. Gorilla Cookies Auto is perfect to be grown outdoors. She’s the epitome of abundance, and it's hard to take your eyes off all those buds glistening in the sunlight.
Your search ends right here if you want dank buds covered with gooey resin, as she packs on trichomes like there’s no tomorrow. Gorilla Cookies Auto defies every rule in the book on autoflowers. Plants of this type tend to be small, but this one will make you change your perception. The astonishing THC levels of up to 28.5% and the balanced Sativa-Indica effects are simply drool-worthy.
4. Stardawg Auto
Stardawg Auto will make you see twinkling stars even in broad daylight, thanks to all those trichomes covering her flowers and leaves! This strain is versatile and adjusts to any grow setup. She’s a sturdy, tall, and beautiful plant, and the smoke has a refreshing taste of pine due to the terpene called pinene. Pinene is also responsible for boosting your mood and focus and enhancing your memory, making it a great strain for medical patients.
Many growers in Europe have reported that Stardawg Auto is perfect for outdoor cultivation, as she requires very little to no maintenance. Planted in grow tents, she seldom exceeds 120cm (4 feet) in height, but you can expect a bigger stretch when she’s planted outside. She loves flaunting her regal size, and you’ll wonder whether you've planted an autoflower or a tree!
5. Californian Snow Auto
Growing California Snow Auto outdoors is like planting an apple tree! For one, she tastes like apples, and for two, she grows almost as huge as a tree. The “Snow” part of her name hints at an insane trichome production – by harvest time, this giant will remind you of a Christmas tree after a snowfall!
With white resin oozing out from every calyx and little leaf, California Snow Auto offers quite a spectacle. She’s a mixed hybrid with traits of both Indica and Sativa. The effects of this strain may be not as long-lasting as the others, but you'll love the intense rush that hits you on the first toke. Rich flavors of citrus and lime will make you want to grow her again and again.
This strain works well for both amateur and commercial growers since she produces up to 250 grams of pure bud covered with crystals from one single plant. She’s not ideal for growers with small spaces, so make sure you give her loads of room. Or, better yet, grow her in a raised bed outside. Also, don't think this plant would feel at home only in California – she's perfectly adapted to cooler climates as well.
In Conclusion
The success of outdoor cultivation depends largely on the climate, but only autoflowers can adapt themselves to virtually any climate out there. The presence of Ruderalis genetics makes them sturdy and resilient and a perfect fit to harsher climates. This doesn’t mean autoflowers will grow in freezing conditions, but as long as the temperature range stays within 15-25 °C and the relative humidity, within 40-70%, you will be able to grow and harvest pretty good bud with basic maintenance.
Autoflowers are also an excellent choice for beginners and growers looking for a quick turn-around in as little as 8 weeks without sacrificing the quality or quantity of the harvest. So make sure you take a look at the top 5 autoflower seeds for outdoor gardens and get yourself the best bud you've ever laid your eyes on!
