Growing cannabis flowers are easy to incorporate at any time of day and for any occasion. Autoflowers are particular types grown by many new growers and provide a good practice method when starting. If you’re one of those new growers, autoflowers may be an option for you.
When growing autoflowers outdoors, they grow fast, produce high yields, grow in quality soil, and don’t require you to buy lighting equipment since they receive powerful lighting from the sun.
Autoflowers are easy to grow with a few basic nutrients and soil. There are many varieties of autoflowers to pick from and serve to produce good buds.
We’ll go into detail about growing autoflowers outdoors for you to start growing.
What Amount Do Outdoor Autoflowers Yield?
Autoflowers yield about 150 to 175 grams per plant when grown outdoors under the right environmental conditions. You may need to consider the seed’s genetics and climate to gauge how much your plant can produce. With growing locations under shade and less sunlight, you may get about 50 to 100 grams.
It depends on the plant you’re growing and the weather conditions for growing them. You should monitor your plants closely to see how well they grow.
Can You Maximize The Autoflower Yield Outdoors?
Yes, you can due to the powerful sunlight. When growing autoflowers outside, they tend to grow under a 12-hour light cycle under the direct sun which makes them produce higher yields and maximum growth. The sun contains more lighting elements that are more powerful than the LED lights the plants may be under when indoors.
Autoflowers love the sunlight and adjust to increase their yields outdoors. You can take satisfaction in knowing you can get the most out of your autos.
How Much Light Do Autoflowers Need Outdoors?
Autoflowers need direct sunlight for about 8 to 12 hours a day. Depending on when you’re planting and the climate, you may get 12 hours of total sunlight or less.
When they receive an exact amount of lighting, they can flourish and produce high yields. For growers looking to enhance their yields, it’s best to plant cannabis outdoors in an ideal area where they receive enough sunlight.
How Much Soil Do You Need To Grow Outdoor AutoFlowers?
Growing autoflowers outdoors, you may need 5 to 10 gallons of soil per plant if you’re growing in a pot. If you’re planting straight in the ground, make sure to prep the soil with nutrients, compost, and other compounds for the plants to grow well. You don’t need an exact amount if you’re planting straight in the ground.
Cannabis plants can grow well when their roots have room to stretch out underneath them. The more soil the better the plants can grow large and produce large yields.
How Fast Does Autoflowers Grow When Growing Outdoors?
Autoflowers may grow between 50 to 60 days while other plants may take up to 80 days. It depends on the type of strain you’re growing since some take longer to grow. A good indicator of harvesting is to wait until the pistils on the buds begin turning brown.
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