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Shares OG Kush in her lineage. Hybrid · 18% THC · 50–60 days
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Critical Kush Auto is Barney's Farm's autoflower interpretation of the classic Critical Kush photoperiod — a cross of Critical Kush with Barney's Farm Super Auto #1 that compresses the Kush heritage into a 70-80 day total cycle while preserving the heavy Indica character that made the original famous. The split is firmly Indica-dominant at 90% Indica / 10% Sativa, with THC averaging 22% — a strong potency for an autoflower, especially in the Kush family where auto conversions often sacrifice peak THC for speed. The aromatic profile is pure Kush heritage: smooth, earthy, fruity on the nose, transitioning into pine wood, Kush, and earthy notes on the palate. The effect is classic heavy Indica territory — relaxed, calming, sleepy, with a cerebral component that prevents the experience from becoming purely sedating but still lands users firmly in evening-and-night smoke territory.
Plant structure stays compact at 70-90 cm indoor with yields of 450-550 g/m² — solid numbers for an autoflower in this potency range, and a manageable size for tight indoor setups or smaller grow rooms. Outdoor plants reach 80-110 cm producing 180-250 g per plant, and the complete 70-80 day cycle means growers can run multiple harvests per outdoor season in suitable climates. Standard Barney's Farm germination protocol applies — paper towel method with damp cover kept in a warm dark location, checked daily to maintain moisture, transplanted carefully into soil or growth medium once the taproot emerges. Temperatures should run 70-90°F (21-32°C) during germination; cooler conditions delay, warmer conditions stress seedlings. Plant germinated seeds 5-10 mm deep using a match or pen to avoid contaminating the seed with fingers, positioning root-down with minimal handling. For best autoflower results, don't transplant seedlings directly into large pots or outdoor ground — progressively sized containers develop stronger root systems as smaller pots dry between waterings and encourage roots to spread looking for moisture.
The effect is where Critical Kush Auto's heritage genuinely delivers. The 90% Indica dominance combined with 22% THC produces a heavy, deeply relaxing stone that starts calming and moves toward sleepy as dose increases — this is evening or night smoke rather than a day-use strain, and users planning morning responsibilities should consume accordingly. The Kush aromatic signature (pine, earth, smooth wood) plus the fruity top notes from the auto conversion produces a classic Kush smoke experience with just enough modernization to keep it interesting. For medical users looking for sleep aid, pain relief, or heavy body relaxation in a fast autoflower format, Critical Kush Auto is one of Barney's Farm's cleaner offerings. Seeds should be stored cool, dark, and dry in an airtight container, ideally refrigerated with proper labeling and dating — no freezing. A reliable pick for growers who want authentic Kush Indica character delivered in a fast 10-11 week total cycle without sacrificing potency or yield.
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