Auto Boss Hogg by The Cali Connection

Auto Boss Hogg seeds: the biggest auto from The Cali Connection

Auto Boss Hogg is the autoflowering (a plant that starts flowering with age, not because of the hours of light it gets) version of Boss Hogg, one of the classic strains from the Californian breeder The Cali Connection. The original Boss Hogg comes from Chem 4 crossed with Chem 4 BX1, a backcross (crossing a plant back to one of its parents to lock in its traits) from the Chemdawg family. For the auto, the breeder crossed it with a very productive autoflowering line. The result is 70 % indica and 30 % sativa (indicas tend to be short plants with a body effect; sativas are taller with a more mental effect). At oaseeds we like it because it breaks the idea that an auto is always small: The Cali Connection says it is the biggest one it has ever released.

Flavour, aroma and effect of Auto Boss Hogg

According to the breeder's description, Auto Boss Hogg keeps the terpenes (the compounds that give cannabis its smell and taste) that made the photoperiod Boss Hogg famous. The aroma is intense and pungent: earthy notes, a sour diesel background that recalls fuel, and a strong hint of hash. This strain smells a lot, in the jar too.

Its THC (the cannabinoid behind the psychoactive effect) ranges from 15 to 25 %, so it can be strong if you have little experience. The effect is mostly physical, with a mental touch that invites calm and introspection. It works well to unwind at the end of the day or for a quiet moment of creative thinking.

How to grow Auto Boss Hogg indoors and outdoors

The first thing you should know is that this auto is neither fast nor compact. The full cycle lasts 115 days from germination, much longer than most autoflowers, and the plant reaches a remarkable size, with lots of branches and vigorous growth. In return, The Cali Connection talks about close to 2.5 lb per plant in the best conditions.

Outdoors is where it yields most. Sow it in spring, once there is no risk of frost, so it can make the most of the sunniest months; as it does not depend on light hours, harvest comes around 115 days later. Indoors it needs headroom and a good lamp, and the breeder talks about more than 600 g/m². It responds well to LST (gently bending and tying down the branches to open the plant and spread the light), a technique that helps you control the height of such a big auto without cutting anything. Its buds (the flowers of the plant, the part you harvest) come out dense and loaded with resin. Because of the smell, a carbon filter is a good idea indoors.

Auto Boss Hogg characteristics

Frequently asked questions about Auto Boss Hogg

Is Auto Boss Hogg indica or sativa?

It is 70 % indica and 30 % sativa, with ruderalis genetics (a cannabis subspecies from cold climates that brings the automatic flowering). That is why its effect is mainly physical and relaxing, while leaving a calm mental touch.

How long does Auto Boss Hogg take from seed to harvest?

About 115 days from germination, according to The Cali Connection. It is a long cycle for an autoflower, but it makes sense given its size: the plant has more time to grow and fill out its buds.

How much does Auto Boss Hogg yield?

The breeder talks about more than 600 g/m² indoors and close to 2.5 lb per plant outdoors, in the best conditions. For The Cali Connection it is the biggest autoflower in its catalogue.

Does Auto Boss Hogg smell a lot while growing?

Yes. Its earthy, diesel and hash aroma is intense, so indoors a carbon filter is a good idea and, outdoors, pick a discreet spot away from the neighbours.