Auto

The Origin Story Nobody Asked For

Picture 2005: breeders discover Ruderalis, a scrappy little weed that flowers based on age instead of light cycles, essentially the Benjamin Button of cannabis. Auto Seeds thought, "Let's mix this with actual potent strains" and boom—Auto #1 was born. It's 25% Ruderalis, 40% Indica, and 35% Sativa, which is basically the genetic equivalent of a playlist on shuffle.

Effects: The Training Wheels of High

At 16% THC, Auto hits like a friendly handshake instead of a slap to the face. You'll feel mildly euphoric, slightly creative, and definitely hungry—perfect for when you want to get high but still need to function at your cousin's wedding. The Indica keeps you grounded while the Sativa whispers motivational quotes in your ear. It's the strain equivalent of "business casual."

Flavor Profile: It's... Fine

Auto tastes like someone described weed to an AI and this is what it came up with. Earthy with hints of pine and a whisper of citrus—classic, inoffensive, and utterly forgettable. The aroma won't clear a room, but it also won't win any awards. It's the Toyota Corolla of cannabis flavors: reliable, unexciting, and exactly what you'd expect.

Growing: So Easy Your Succulent Could Do It

This strain finishes in 65-75 days from seed, yielding 350-500g/m² of perfectly acceptable buds. It's basically the plant equivalent of a participation trophy—it'll grow anywhere with minimal effort. Indoor, outdoor, in a shoebox under your bed—Auto doesn't care. It's resistant to pests, forgiving of mistakes, and flowers automatically because it has trust issues with light schedules.

Medical Uses: The Gentle Giant

Great for anxiety, mild pain, and people who think 20%+ THC strains are "trying too hard." It's the cannabis equivalent of chamomile tea—calming, non-intimidating, and won't interfere with your evening yoga class. Perfect for microdosing or for convincing your mom that weed is "just like herbal medicine."

Who Should Smoke This

If you're the type who asks "is this too strong?" about everything, Auto is your spirit animal. Ideal for beginners, microdosers, or anyone who wants to say they grow their own without actually learning anything about growing. It's also perfect for people who think craft cannabis is "pretentious" and just want something that works without requiring a PhD in horticulture.