Bubblegum Auto

Bubblegum Auto is the autoflowering version of one of the most iconic, award-winning cannabis strains in the world. Born in Indiana and developed in the '90s, this genetic line has won growers over with its delicious, unmistakable strawberry bubblegum flavor. It later made its way to the Netherlands, where the original line we know today was stabilized.

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

It's an easy plant to grow and a very rewarding one. It's shaped like a Christmas tree and rarely grows past about 3.5 feet, which makes it perfect for small spaces such as patios and balconies. Its buds are large, compact and covered in resin so sticky you'll have a hard time not getting 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.

Flavor and effects

Bubblegum Auto is famous for its sweet, fruity aroma, just like classic strawberry bubblegum. From the very first toke, the sweetness floods your palate for a truly unique 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 builds, a deep relaxation takes over your body and leaves you totally 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 gets overwhelming. The CBD content is low, usually under 1%, which leaves the THC center stage and delivers a mellow, relaxing effect without heavy couch-lock.

Bubblegum Auto terpenes

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

The terpenes found in Bubblegum Auto include:

• Limonene: with a fresh citrus aroma, it's typical of strains with a cheerful, upbeat effect.
• Beta-caryophyllene: with a spicy, earthy aroma, it adds a peppery, warm touch that rounds out the flavor.
• Myrcene: with an herbal, earthy aroma, it's associated with a relaxing, body-centered effect, typical of nighttime strains.
• Pinene: with its fresh pine aroma, it's associated with a fresh, clear-headed character.
• Linalool: with a floral, lavender aroma, it's associated with a relaxing, mellow effect.

These terpenes work together to round out the effect of Bubblegum Auto and deliver a complete experience, full of flavor and character. From a calm, easygoing 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 a great choice for beginners and experienced growers alike, thanks to how easy it is to grow and its generous yield. Indoors it can deliver impressive yields of 1.5-1.8 oz per square foot under 300-350 W of LED lighting. And all in a short life cycle, since Bubblegum Auto is ready to harvest in just 9-10 weeks from germination.

Outdoors, Bubblegum Auto is also an excellent choice. Since it usually stays under about 3.5 feet, it's perfect if you value discretion. Despite its compact size, it can produce 3.5-5 oz per plant and allows up to two back-to-back outdoor harvests in a single season. In warm areas where October stays dry, like California or the South, you can even pull off three harvests a year.

How to grow Bubblegum Auto

This strain is very easy to grow and needs no advanced know-how or complicated techniques to deliver good results, whatever your level.

For a successful harvest, we recommend growing Bubblegum Auto in a mild, sunny climate. If you grow indoors, keep a steady daytime temperature of 68-77 °F, slightly cooler at night. As for humidity, keep it at around 55-60% during veg and lower it to 40% during flowering to avoid mold and mildew.

Its resistance to pests and diseases is another of Bubblegum Auto's big strengths. This strain is tough and handles most common pests and diseases with basic monitoring and preventive care. Even so, it's smart to keep a close eye on your plants and use preventive treatments when needed.