Bubblegum Auto

Bubblegum Auto is the autoflowering version of one of the most iconic and award-winning cannabis varieties in the world. Originally from Indiana (USA) and developed in the 90s, this genetic line has won growers over with its delicious, unmistakable strawberry bubblegum flavour. It soon crossed the Atlantic, and the original line we know today was stabilised in the Netherlands.

The exact genetic origin of Bubblegum remains a mystery, although its indica dominance and some of its traits point to a possible Afghan influence. This variety has won numerous awards at the most prestigious cannabis cups, and its popularity has made it the basis for many later versions, such as this autoflower.

It's an easy plant to grow and a very rewarding one. Its structure resembles a Christmas tree, with a height that rarely exceeds 110 cm, making it perfect for small spaces such as terraces and balconies. Its buds are large, compact and covered in resin so sticky you'll struggle not to get stuck to them while trimming.

The plant looks sturdy and compact, with strong branches holding dense buds covered in glistening trichomes. All this makes Bubblegum Auto not only a productive choice but also a real looker in any grow.

Flavour and effects

Bubblegum Auto is famous for its sweet, fruity aroma, reminiscent of classic strawberry bubblegum. From the very first toke, the sweetness floods your palate for a truly unique sensory experience. This distinctive profile isn't just delicious: it also brings back nostalgic childhood memories.

As for the effect, Bubblegum Auto offers a well-balanced experience between body and mind. After a few tokes, you'll feel a wave of energy and creativity that motivates you and fills you with joy. As the effect develops, a deep relaxation takes over your body and leaves you in a state of total calm. This combination makes it ideal for both day and night.

Bubblegum Auto buds have a THC content of 15% to 20%, with a potent psychoactive effect that never becomes overwhelming. The CBD content is low, usually below 1%, which leaves the THC centre stage and delivers a mellow, relaxing effect without heavy couch-lock.

Bubblegum Auto terpenes

Bubblegum Auto stands out not only for its flavour and effect but also for its terpene profile. Terpenes are aromatic compounds that create the characteristic strawberry bubblegum aroma and flavour and shape the character of the effect.

Among the terpenes found in Bubblegum Auto are:

• Limonene: with a fresh citrus aroma, it is typical of strains with a cheerful, upbeat effect.
• Beta-caryophyllene: with a spicy, earthy aroma, it adds a peppery, warm touch that rounds off the flavour.
• Myrcene: with a herbal, earthy aroma, it is associated with a relaxing, body-centred effect, typical of night-time strains.
• Pinene: with its fresh pine aroma, it is associated with a fresh, clear-headed character.
• Linalool: with a floral, lavender aroma, it is associated with a relaxing, mellow effect.

These terpenes work in synergy to round off the effect of Bubblegum Auto and deliver a complete experience, full of flavour and character. From a calm, easy-going mood to cheerful euphoria and body relaxation, the terpenes of Bubblegum Auto make it an ideal choice if you're after pure enjoyment.

Yield and flowering time

Bubblegum Auto is an ideal choice for novice and experienced growers alike, thanks to how easy it is to grow and its abundant yield. Indoors it can deliver impressive yields of 450-550 grams per square metre under 300-350 W LED lighting. And all in a short life cycle, as Bubblegum Auto is ready to harvest in just 9-10 weeks from germination.

Outdoors, Bubblegum Auto is also an excellent choice. With a height that usually stays under 110 cm, it's perfect if you value discretion. Despite its compact size, it can produce 100-150 grams per plant and allows up to two consecutive outdoor harvests in a single season. In areas where October is dry, you can even manage three harvests a year.

How to grow Bubblegum Auto

This variety is very easy to grow and needs no advanced knowledge or complicated techniques to deliver good results, whatever your level.

For a successful harvest, we recommend growing Bubblegum Auto in a temperate, sunny climate. If you grow indoors, keep a steady daytime temperature of 20-25 °C, slightly cooler at night. As for humidity, keep it at around 55-60% during the vegetative stage and lower it to 40% during flowering to avoid mould and mildew.

Its resistance to pests and diseases is another of Bubblegum Auto's great strengths. This variety is robust and copes with most common pests and diseases with basic monitoring and preventive care. Even so, it's wise to keep a close eye on your plants and apply preventive treatments when needed.