Regular seeds are completely free from natural tampering. Every time you germinate seeds from your garden, you are taking a risk. Also, there is an even greater possibility that they will grow into weed-less male or flowering females. So, if they produce lesser THC – richer flowers, what’s the point in growing regular seeds then? The answer is obvious: the regular seeds are doomed to fail.
On the other hand, autoflowering seeds can produce feminized seeds. What makes them feminized? The answer is simple. They undergo a number of various treatments, including the mixtures of female and male marijuana seeds. These treatments can vary from plant to plant, but most often involve the introduction of some female flowers or seeds to produce feminized plants.
Now that we’ve established that autoflowering marijuana strains are not regular seeds, it’s time to discuss the advantages of these feminized types. Let’s start by listing their biggest advantage over regular seeds. The biggest advantage of these feminized types is the fact that they are easier to cultivate and handle. They are also better able to adapt to local conditions, which is critical for growing marijuana.
However, are feminized cannabis seeds any different than regular seeds? The answer is a resounding yes! Even with all the feminization techniques that are used, the quality of the actual cannabis flower itself is still highly dependent on the soil and climate of the region where the plant is growing. And because female flowers contain only one set of chromosomes (X or male), they cannot germinate without the assistance of male flowers. This is why it’s so important to grow only female plants if you want to cultivate cannabis with little risk of cross-contamination with male plants. Cross-breeding can lead to significant problems.
So, what are the disadvantages of cross-breeding cannabis with feminized cannabis plants? One of the disadvantages is that producing feminized cannabis requires more work. Cross-breeding introduces both male and female plants into the mix, which greatly reduces their ability to adjust to growing conditions. It also increases the chances that certain undesirable traits in cannabis may become prominent.
Some breeders who practice the process of cross-breeding claim that it can eliminate some of the risks associated with marijuana cultivation. But even if the possibility of unexpected outcomes is minimal, the process can still result in unpredictable and possibly even unstable strains. Cross-breeding can introduce both male and female plant genes into the mix, increasing the likelihood that some unfavorable characteristics may become prominent. Some feminized seeds are also likely to produce large quantities of seeds that can spread out and contaminate other areas of the garden. Regular seeds are also a good choice if you don’t want to deal with the trouble and expense of cross-pollinating.
The disadvantages of regular seeds over feminized cannabis seeds are mainly cosmetic in nature. They are unlikely to affect plant growth or quality and, with few exceptions, won’t alter the taste or appearance of the final product. But some people do consider cross-breeding as a way of creating new varieties of cannabis with characteristics that their owners find desirable. There are some breeders who will experiment with a number of male and female specimens to produce new hybrid varieties.
When used in hydroponic environments, regular seeds are an excellent choice because they have a lower chance of being contaminated with molds, fungi or bacteria. If you want to start growing a garden in an area with milder climates but with some insects and fungal species present, you can simply use regular seeds and switch them regularly to control the environment in your home garden. You should keep in mind that the disadvantages of regular seeds do outweigh their advantages when you begin growing plants in a hydroponic environment. When growing marijuana outdoors, it’s important to purchase your seeds from reputable suppliers who sell sterile and organic products. Indoor growing will produce the most flavorful and potent plants, but you must take precautions against insect infestation and mold.
