Description
Zkittlez Autoflower comes from crossing Zkittlez with Ruderalis, giving her an indica-dominant profile with reported THC in the 18%–22% range. She's easy to grow and finishes in about 77 to 84 days from seed.
Break open a bud and fruity notes come through first, backed by sweet, citrus tones. She carries a complex terpene profile similar to the photoperiod version, making her popular with hash and extract makers.
Indoors, she grows to a medium height with a bushy appearance, typically finishing in the 3.3–3.9 ft range. Yield potential is average, in the 350–450 g/m² range indoors. Given her easy grow rating and low maintenance needs, Zkittlez Autoflower suits beginner growers, including those new to autoflowering plants.
Grow info
Zkittlez Autoflower has a bushy, medium-height structure and low maintenance needs.
Indoor growing
Indoors, she grows to a medium height with a bushy appearance, well suited to a Sea of Green setup with smaller pots. A 12/12 or 18/6 light cycle is recommended. Flowering takes about 11 to 12 weeks from seed, with plants typically maturing around 80 days under HID lighting; the final 3–4 weeks of flowering is when the plant packs on the most weight. Indoor yield can reach up to about 1.6 oz per square foot.
Outdoor growing
Outdoors, she's shown good tolerance to powdery mildew and mold. Her medium height suits discreet growing, such as on a sunny terrace or balcony. Flowering begins automatically from around week 4. In hot or tropical climates, planting from March to November can allow multiple harvests per year; for a single yearly harvest, planting from mid-May to August is recommended, with harvest expected in early August. Large containers of about 11–17 gallons in a south-facing location are recommended. Outdoor yield can reach up to about 4 oz per plant. Checking buds during the final 2–3 weeks of flowering is recommended.
Training and plant care
Training is not recommended for this autoflowering strain.
Flavors & effects
Flavors
Zkittlez Autoflower has a sweet and sour aroma with lemon, strawberry, and candy-like notes and a fruity, citrus aftertaste. The flavor is bold, powerful, and long-lasting.
Effects
Reported effects include relief and a calming sensation. Some describe a relaxing yet energetic, upbeat effect. Effects are subjective and can vary from person to person.
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene
This terpene will give this strain a musky and spicy aroma. It can help with conditions like muscle spasms, pain and insomnia.
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Linalool
This terpene will give this strain a floral and sweet aroma. It’s also responsible for relieving and calming effects.
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Humulene
This terpene will give this strain a spice and earthy aroma. It can help with suppressing appetite and inflammation.
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