AK-47 Auto

Germination & Early Veg (Days 1-14): AK-47 seeds typically crack within 48 hours using the damp paper towel method and break soil by around day 3. Early growth was steady and symmetrical — neither racing ahead nor lagging behind. Four well-developed nodes by day 14 with balanced internodal distance that hinted at the hybrid structure to come. Damping off is uncommon at around 70% relative humidity during this phase.

Vegetative Growth (Weeks 3-6): Responded beautifully to a simple top-and-train approach. Topping at node 4 produced six strong lateral leaders that we tied down gently, resulting in an even canopy across a 70cm x 70cm area by the time we flipped.

Flower (Weeks 1-80): This is where the 48/52 genetics of AK-47 truly revealed itself. The caryophyllene aroma appeared in week 3 of flower and intensified steadily. Trichome coverage became visually striking from week 5 onward. Final indoor yield: 40-75 g/plant. Plant height: 75-100 cm. THC testing at 20%. Difficulty rating: beginner.

Mid-Flower (Weeks 4-6): The transformation accelerated dramatically. Bud sites that were wispy clusters at week 3 swelled into properly defined colas. Balanced development across all bud sites. The canopy we established during veg paid dividends now — eight equally developed colas rather than one dominant top and a collection of lesser branches. Trichome production was visible to the naked eye from week 4 onward.

Late Flower and Ripening (Weeks 78-80): Nutrient input dropped to plain water with a splash of molasses for the final 10 days. The caryophyllene aroma became powerful enough that carbon filtration was essential — our neighbours would have noticed otherwise. Trichomes progressed from clear to milky across the final fortnight, with amber heads appearing on sugar leaves first. A common harvest window is around 15% amber on the calyxes.

Dry and Cure (Post-Harvest): Whole-plant hang dry in a darkened room at 17°C and 58% humidity for 12 days. Stems snapped cleanly rather than bending, confirming the moisture content was appropriate for jarring. After 4 weeks of glass jar curing with twice-daily burping (first 2 weeks) then daily burping (weeks 3-4), the bouquet fully developed. Final weight confirmed the 40-75 g/plant yield estimate. The myrcene secondary terpene became far more pronounced after curing than it was at harvest — a reminder that the drying and curing process genuinely creates flavour rather than merely preserving it.

Flowering: 70-80 days whole life cycle. Indoor yield: 40-75 g/plant. Outdoor yield: Up to 90 gr./plant. Plant height: 75-100 cm. Rated beginner difficulty. Regular seeds with autoflowering genetics.

Irish users report euphoric, creative, calm as the defining characteristics, and our experience aligns with that consensus. At 20% THC, this hybrid sits in a potency bracket where versatility is the main advantage. Morning users report functional clarity at lower doses. Evening users report satisfying relaxation at higher doses. The 48/52 balance means the dominant effect direction shifts with consumption amount rather than being locked into a single character. The Caryophyllene/Myrcene terpene combination imparts a flavour that lingers on the palate — warm and spiced, drying slightly on the exhale.

Ideal settings: adaptable across occasions — adjust dose to match the energy level your situation calls for.

Primary: Caryophyllene · Secondary: Myrcene · Tertiary: Humulene. This particular terpene trio appears frequently in award-winning cultivars and produces a nose that most growers find immediately appealing when jars are first opened after curing. The caryophyllene dominance anchors the aroma, myrcene provides mid-range character, and humulene contributes a subtle background note that distinguishes this strain from others sharing the same primary terpene.

AK-47 suits growers at any stage of experience, including absolute beginners tackling their first outdoor season here. The genetics are forgiving of common novice errors — overwatering, imprecise pH, inconsistent feeding — without catastrophic yield loss. Autoflowering genetics eliminate the need for light cycle manipulation, making this ideal for balcony growers, guerrilla setups, and anyone wanting a fast turnaround from seed to harvest. The Irish growing season (September through May) accommodates the 70-80 days whole life cycle bloom period comfortably for outdoor growers in the warmer, frost-free counties. Shipped discreetly within Ireland with sourced grow figures on every strain page.