Candy Cane Autoflower Seeds

How to Grow Candy Cane Seeds: Tips for Beginners

The Candy Cane autoflower strain is an indica-leaning cultivar, holding 60% Indica, 30% Sativa, and 10% cannabis ruderalis genes. It is a result of crossing the renowned AK-47, White Widow, and Mango. The offspring takes the best properties of the parent genetics – from mouth-watering flavors to unique effects. It has been awarded the 2015 High Times Cannabis Cup for the best outdoor strain and the 2016 High Times Cannabis Cup for the best Indica strain. Candy Cane seeds are not challenging to cultivate, which is a bonus for novice growers.

Optimal Conditions to Grow Candy Cane Autoflower Seeds

Due to cannabis ruderalis genes, these autoflower seeds come with a low cultivation difficulty and are an excellent choice to start your growing experience. Growers don’t need to worry about lighting patterns and can cultivate this weed in any given setup. Besides, this marijuana can withstand harsh climates and is suitable for indoor and outdoor growing conditions. It thrives in temperate, continental, and Mediterranean climates. Candy Cane autoflower prefers warm environments (75-85°F) with plenty of sunshine. However, high temperatures can damage plants. The humidity level should be at least 60%, but it also depends on air circulation within the grow room and how hot it is outside. Consider using humidifiers or opening the window occasionally to let fresh air in. When you grow the seeds in the open air, ensure they get enough water, especially when the plants start flowering and producing buds. If you use a light deprivation method or hydroponic system, add some water every 2 days to the plant’s reservoir.

The plants grow pretty short (not higher than 3ft) and have elongated branches. They respond well to topping, pruning, and low-stress training techniques. The Sea of Green method is used to enhance further bud production.

This cannabis grows quickly, and its flowering period takes only 7 weeks from seed to crop. For outdoor-grown plants, the harvest period falls in September. The yields are moderate. In controlled environments with optimal temperature and humidity levels, the Candy Cane plants produce 7 ounces per 1 m2. growing outdoors, they give 3.5 ounces per plant. The buds are often referred to as “glitter” because they sparkle in the sunlight.

Major Effects and Flavors

The aromas emitted by Candy Cane plants are captivating. They are a blend of sweet, fruit, exotic, and mint flavors with floral hints. As you can expect from weed with this sort of name, it’s like consuming candy-tasting cannabis.

Its THC content is 17-18%, while CBD concentration is negligible (0.1%). Indica hits are the primary effects that users experience while smoking Candy Cane. They feel strong euphoria, happiness, and tranquility all over the body that will allow them to forget about problems and worries. In addition to the elevated mood, they experience relaxation and laziness. This marijuana is known to ease symptoms of anxiety and depression, reduce pain levels, ease muscle spasms, and lessen discomfort.