How to grow Original Auto White Widow
Taste
Seb's take
White Widow crossed with Ruderalis for a hardy autoflower that keeps the knock-out potency of the original. Spice, musk and earth on the nose; the high is uplifting, relaxed and focused in fair balance. A classic made considerably easier to grow, with none of the punch traded away.
Where it comes from
Made by crossing the original White Widow with a ruderalis, the aim here was straightforward: a hardy autoflowering plant that keeps the knock-out potency the original is known for. That is the whole brief, and it is honoured. White Widow's reputation was built on resin and force, and neither has been traded away in the move to an autoflower. A classic rendered considerably easier to grow, with the punch left fully intact.
Nose & flavour
Spice sits at the front, with a musky depth behind it and an earthy floor beneath. It is the drier, more grounded end of the spectrum, incense rather than fruit, which suits the White Widow character. A restrained, classic nose that does not clamour for attention but holds its shape well from grind through to exhale.
The high
A fairly balanced effect, running uplifting, relaxed and focused, which is a more even keel than the indica-leaning genetics might imply. It lifts the mood while settling the body, leaving enough clarity to remain useful. A versatile sort of high, comfortable in daylight or evening, and true to the original's reputation for arriving with genuine force behind it.
Growing it
A hardy autoflower that finishes in 63 days, reaching a medium 70 to 110cm. Indoors she returns 400 to 500 g/m². The genetics are 70 percent indica, 30 percent sativa, with THC at 20 percent. Her ruderalis crossing makes her forgiving and resilient, a plant that keeps its composure through the odd lapse in care. The record is brief on her temperament, but the design intent is plain enough: a knock-out classic with the difficulty taken out, ready for a grower still finding their feet.
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Common questions about Original Auto White Widow
How long does Original Auto White Widow take to flower?
Around 9 weeks of flowering, by the breeder's numbers.
Is Original Auto White Widow an autoflower or a photoperiod strain?
An autoflower — she flowers on age rather than light hours, which simplifies the schedule considerably.
How tall does Original Auto White Widow grow?
Around 110 cm. Standard tent territory.
How strong is Original Auto White Widow?
The breeder lists THC around 20%. Firmly in the strong band.