Sour Apple Auto – Crisp, Tart, and Potent in Record Time

By Humboldt Seed Company

Sour Apple Auto is Humboldt Seed Company’s autoflowering version of their popular Sour Apple cross, bringing a fast and flavorful twist to a beloved strain. Compact, resilient, and quick to finish, this auto is perfect for growers looking for a strain with bold apple-inspired terpenes and a potent, balanced effect. It inherits its strong genetics from Sour Diesel, Cinderella 99, and elite autoflowering lines, delivering buds that sparkle with resin and burst with a fruity-sour aroma. With its short life cycle of 75–85 days, Sour Apple Auto is a reliable performer that offers both impressive yields and a standout flavor profile.

Cultivation Details

Sour Apple Auto is a medium-height strain with vigorous growth and dense bud formation, making it ideal for indoor setups as well as outdoor gardens. Thanks to its autoflowering traits, it requires minimal maintenance while still delivering high-quality harvests. Indoors, growers can expect quick turnaround cycles and generous yields when grown under consistent lighting. Outdoors, it thrives in warm and sunny environments, with the added advantage of natural resistance to mold and pests. Its life cycle of just 75–85 days from seed to harvest allows for multiple runs per season in suitable climates. With proper nutrition and airflow, Sour Apple Auto rewards cultivators with sticky, aromatic flowers that showcase Humboldt’s expertise in autoflower breeding.

Effects

Sour Apple Auto strikes a balanced line between uplifting cerebral energy and deep physical relaxation. The initial head high sparks creativity, focus, and conversation, making it enjoyable for daytime use or social activities. As the experience continues, the body buzz sets in, calming tension and leaving users with a smooth, relaxing finish. This makes it versatile for both recreational and functional use, depending on the setting and tolerance level. Its hybrid nature provides a dynamic high that can be motivating without overstimulation, and soothing without sedation, embodying the perfect middle ground for a wide range of cannabis enthusiasts.

Flavor & Aroma

As the name suggests, Sour Apple Auto delivers a crisp, fruity terpene profile dominated by sharp apple notes and tangy citrus undertones. The aroma bursts with sour green apple and hints of tropical sweetness, rounded out by subtle diesel and earthy spice from its parentage. On the palate, it’s tart, fruity, and refreshing, making it a standout for flavor-focused consumers. Terpenes such as limonene and caryophyllene shine through, giving Sour Apple Auto its zesty, mouthwatering taste. The combination of sweet and sour creates a candy-like finish that lingers long after the exhale, enhancing its appeal for flavor connoisseurs.