Autoflowering plants just like regular cannabis (Sativa and Indica) plants need water to grow and produce healthy leaves and buds. Water is the lifeblood of the plant and cannabis plants are about 80 % water and this liquid is used in almost all of the plants life processes starting from photosynthesis and transpiration to nutrient uptake and keeping the leafs stiff. So if water is so important what are the optimum amounts of water and when , how you need to water your plants?

First of all there are so many variables like temperature, humidity, growing medium, strain, climate conditions, pot size and so on that there is not a one method – fit all solution but there are general guidelines that can help you to water your plants properly.

But first before all the watering techniques and explanations you need to know what water to use. Basically any tap water will be fine but you should let it sit for at least 24 hours within an open top container as all the chlorine in the water will evaporate and the water will also heat up to the temperature of the growing room and you won’t damage your roots with cold water full of the toxic chlorine. Chlorine will evaporate in the form of bubbles on the container walls , so when those bubbles have gone away then you should also check the PH of that water and if everything is OK then you are good to go.

One growing myth is that reverse osmosis water will be better for your cannabis, but this is not the case as in the reverse osmosis process the water is stript from ALL of the nutrients so every micronutrient will need to be supplied artificially. Many grow nutrients will not have all of the micronutrients in adequate doses as they will expect some of them to be in the water , so be careful with that purified water!

Underwatering

Underwatering happens when the plants gets too little water and its leafs start wilting. This process is common in nature but not so common in indoor grow operations as growers usually do exactly the opposite from under watering. Marijuana plants need a little dry period for the potency and for the optimum growth but it should not get so extreme that the leafs start wilting. The wilting process happens because the water pressure inside the leafs is not high enough and the cells start shrinking so the overall structure of the leaf  bends under its own weight. You can fix underwatering by simply introducing water to the growing medium and you will be able to see how the leafs start slowly strengthening and that means that they can start to fully photosynthesise again.

Overwatering

Over Watering marijuana plants is one of the most common inexperienced growers mistakes as usually they want to supply plenty of water but they don’t realize that too much water slows down the growth and excessive amount of water can introduce some mold or fungus that can severely damaging the plant. First signs of overwatering are that the leafs start to curl and bend strangely and the leaf tips start to turn yellow. This process is often misdiagnosed for nutrient deficiency but can be easily spotted if you know what to look for. Overwatering can’t be cured immediately but letting the plant use up all the water in the growing medium will be a start and slowly your weed plants will recover and keep on growing.

Big Foot cannabis is a indica sativa hybrid of unknown pedigree. Brought to us by Sweet Seeds of Spain, Big Foot is a robust plant with good lateral branching and a sturdy structure. Bud production is profuse and the heavy flowering on side branches makes this strain seem a great candidate for SCROG systems.

Buds are very hairy and sticky with large amounts of resin. They are also pretty compact and final weights can be impressive. The taste and aroma are pretty intense with a mix of fruit and spice. Odor control measures may be necessary as there is nothing subtle about the smells here.

With a flowering cycle of only 7 weeks, Big Foot marijuana is a rapid finisher. Sweet Seeds attribute her excellent mold resistance to her being just too fast for the mold to take hold. She should flourish outdoors in all but the coldest and dampest climates.

The hit from Big Foot weed is a great example of hybrid breeding. An initial rush of mental activity is evenly tempered by deep relaxing waves of physical sensation. This cannabis strain smokes like good quality weed, making the lack of pedigree a surprise. Big Foot cannabis is the result of some of the great weed craft going on in Spain. Very nice cannabis.

Big Devil XL Automatic from Sweet Seeds shows what can happen when breeders set their minds to something. This 3rd generation autoflowering strain is the result of crossing the infamous Big Devil #2 with a Jack Herer auto. Big Devil XL Auto is a monster by autoflowering standards. This baby grows like Jack’s beanstalk and will turn into a tall, multi branched demon in just 9 weeks. If you sit still long enough you can watch her grow!

Bud production with the Big Devil XL is profuse and buds are thick and very compact. They are also pretty smelly so if you are looking for a small, discreet auto for a stealth grow, this is not for you. The aroma is a powerful yet pleasing mix of sandalwood and citrus that can cling to clothing, furniture and curtains.

Big Devil XL Automatic has been specifically bred for its vigor, yield and speed. The hit is pretty good too. Nothing special, just a long lasting, generic stone that is mostly a relaxant but may get your brain turning over too.

If you are looking for lots of stinky bud in a very short space of time, you should consider giving Big Devil XL Automatic a try.

Big Band cannabis is another excellent marijuana strain from Kannabia in Spain. The rationale behind this strain was to develop a high yielding indica with good flavors. By crossing the infamous Chronic and Bubblegum from Serious seeds, and then using the reversed pollen to pollinate a fruity Black Domina, Kannabia were able to bring us Big Band marijuana.

Big Band cannabis is a robust plant with excellent pest resistance. This girl can really fill out and will become a stout plant with profuse branching and heavy budding. Buds become rock hard and have a great calyx to leaf ratio. Resin production is prolific and this results in some very sticky nuggets. Yields can be large and you may want to consider supporting branches to withstand the weight of flowers, particularly with outdoor grows.

Big Band marijuana makes an excellent clone plant. Her vigorous growth pattern makes for lots of cutting points and regeneration is rapid. One Big Band mother should provide you with a lot of clones for your garden.

Big Band weed was always going to be about the flavor. This strain has an incredible taste. The Bubblegum is still evident but Big Band cannabis gives it a fruity, lemony fullness that is very impressive. The hit is a nice mellow indica stone that is not too brutal. This is great weed for just chilling with friends or watching the world go by.

Big Band Automatic cannabis is an attempt by Spanish seed wizards Kannabia to get all of the positive traits of their very successful Big Band into one, fast flowering, package. By selective breeding with quality Ruderalis strains they have managed to develop a plant with reasonable yields, a fast turn around, and that famous Big Band taste and hit.

Big Band Automatic weed is an autoflowering variety that will produce flowers in just 90 days, regardless of photoperiod. It retains the excellent pest and mold resistance of the original and as such is an ideal candidate for outdoor grows in northern countries. Outdoor yields will be superior to indoor yields and proficient growers can expect up to 80gms per plant in good conditions. Big Band Automatic will also thrive under lights where she can return around 65gms per plant. Consider a 20/4 lighting schedule for optimum results.

Big Band Automatic marijuana has the same fruity, lemony bouquet as the original. Those Bubblegum and Black Domina genes are still on show here. The hit is a nice mellow stone that is beautifully relaxing and great for kicking back after work or at the weekend.

Bhutanese Thimphu cannabis seeds have a long and proud tradition. This is one of the few true landrace strains surviving and is named for the Bhutanese region where it has been used for millennia.

Bhutanese Thimphu marijuana forms a tall plant that is massively productive outdoors where it can top 9ft (3m) in height. With a lengthy flowering cycle though, you will need a very long growing season to guarantee cultivating this strain to fruition.

Indoors you should consider training and pruning to keep this girl in check. Heavy lateral branching makes this strain a good candidate for SCROG techniques, but she will stretch a lot so be sure to leave plenty of space. Bhutanese Thimphu prefers a slightly acidic soil and is best left to growers with a bit of experience.

Bhutanese Thimphu is an excellent smoke. The flavour is distinctive with a sweet and sour twist. Smoke is expansive and sometimes harsh. The buzz from Bhutanese Thimphu is pretty special and what makes this a true connoisseur strain. Expect a smooth hit that is fully functional and leaves you feeling very happy. This is ‘feel good’ weed that has been putting a smile on Bhutanese faces for a very long time.

Bella Donna cannabis is an effective hybrid from Paradise Seeds. She is a predominantly sativa cross that exhibits some good indica growth traits, improving both yield and finishing time.

Bella Donna marijuana is an attractive plant (hence the name). She produces a profusion of red tinted buds that will flush purple in colder climes. Although specifically bred for Spanish climes, Bella Donna has been successfully cultivated outdoors in northern Europe where she thrived. She is easy to grow and suitable for beginner gardeners. Indoors Bella Donna weed performs particularly well in a SOG set up. Switch her on to 12/12 quite early as this girl will stretch during flowering.

Bella Donna cannabis burns with a thick fruity aroma that is cut through with a sharp spiciness. The taste is fruity too and this weed is very nice to smoke. The hit is a psychedelic roller coaster that can be pretty trippy and might catch the novice off guard. Bella Donna cannabis is a great evening toke.

BCN Diesel cannabis is a great cannabis strain from Kannabia in Spain. This time they have crossed NYC Diesel with some indica genetics to shorten flowering time and improve yield. Despite the indica addition, BCN Diesel can still be a bit of a handful in the grow room. Take measures to control her growth and put her on to 12/12 after just 2-3 weeks if space is an issue for you.

BCN Diesel marijuana is a greedy plant for nutes and will reward a careful feeding regime with massive yields. She is a stinker when she comes into flower and you really will need to beef up your odor control measures if stealth is important to you. The stench here will be familiar to those who have worked with Diesel before; a thick, pungent cloud of fuel fumes that fills the air with an almost solid miasma.

Although BCN Diesel weed is said to be ready in just 8 weeks, it may be necessary to wait a little longer to get the most out of this strain. Kannabia recommend adding some carbs from the second week of flowering to move things along a bit.

When smoked, BCN Diesel cannabis delivers an energetic and creative high that is very industrious. This soon gives way to a long lasting, relaxing body stone that is deep and luxurious. Altogether BCN Diesel exhibits the best of the breeder’s art and is a fantastic hybrid that should prove popular with all who grow, smoke, eat or vape it.

BCN Diesel Automatic cannabis seeds are a great way to get all the goodness of BCN Diesel into a quick flowering automatic variety. Kannabia have crossed their popular BCN Diesel strain with a Ruderalis carefully selected for its compatible flavors. This brings a touch of fruitiness to the famous Diesel stench which is a welcome addition.

BCN Automatic marijuana will turn around in just 55-65 days from cracking the seed. It will form a fairly tall plant for an auto strain that immediately puts all of its energy into flowering. You can expect crops of up to 2 1/2oz (70gms) per plant, depending on your cultivation skills.

BCN Automatic weed will stink out a grow room just as effectively as her full sized cousin, so think about charcoal filters and good ventilation. This is a plant that will definitely attract attention from nosey neighbors.

The hit from BCN Automatic weed is exactly like the original. A great, energetic sativa high that gradually mellows into a state of contentment and relaxation. This is an excellent strain for those of you who are in a hurry to get your hands on these stinky sticky buds.

BC Diesel cannabis has a family tree which is the weed equivalent of royalty. By crossing the famous Jack Herer with a selected NYC Diesel the nice breeders from Blimburn have brought us BC Diesel.

BC Diesel marijuana is a sativa dominant cross that grows with a lot of vertical power. She can reach up to 10 feet tall when grown outdoors and will deliver some great yields. Indoors she will grow a bit smaller, but the yields are still impressive. LST, fimming and pruning are all methods which will help you to get the best out of BC Diesel.

BC Diesel weed has all the great tastes you might expect from her heritage. The sour, fuel taste of diesel is outstanding but the clean pine forest flavors of the Jack Herer shine through, making for a taste and smell sensation that is greater than the sum of its parts.

So, we’ve got great tastes and good yields, what could be better than that…? The hit from BC Diesel is pretty special. Don’t be fooled by the ‘medium/high’ THC levels. This strain is a big hitter. Expect cerebral and creative sativa vibes that are twisted and warped with indica introspection. BC Diesel can be quite trippy and will take you on a sweet journey if you let it. Definitely a strain for the connoisseur.