Modified on: 21/07/2025
The reason why auto seeds are not photosensitive and why their growth is not influenced by the shift of daily light hours due to the change of seasons depends on their genetic origins. Autoflowering cannabis plants begin flowering automatically based on age, rather than changes in the light cycle, which is an evolutionary adaptation resulting from their lineage.
In fact, one or more varieties of feminized seeds are combined with Cannabis Ruderalis genetics. In nature, Cannabis Ruderalis is a cannabis plant that grows and blooms spontaneously in places like Siberia, a region known for its inhospitable climate, with short summers and long periods of low temperatures. This has led Ruderalis genetics to develop exceptional adaptability, allowing the plant to resist the cold and grow with minimal light. However, when growing outdoors, it is still important to avoid frost, which can damage the plants.
Many of the main characteristics and the success of the plants growing from an auto seed come from this genetic heritage. The blooming is very quick, occurring from sowing to flower in a maximum of 10 weeks. During the blooming phase, the typical daily 12-hour light cycle required by other types of plants is not necessary, and harvests are possible throughout the year since flowering is not season-dependent. Autoflowering seeds can be successfully cultivated indoors, outdoors, or in a greenhouse, making them extremely adaptable and particularly suitable for growers working in a wide range of climates or with limited space.
