Cloning from Feminized Seeds: Myths vs. Facts

Legal High’s Scoop on Cloning Autoflower & Feminized Seeds

Cloning plants might sound like sci-fi, but it’s been around since before Moses hit the mountain. Seriously—cloning is ancient agriculture, and in the cannabis game, it’s a key move for growers looking to keep those genetics dripping.

But here’s the twist: cloning cannabis isn’t as simple as cutting your grandma’s rose bush. And when it comes to autoflower and feminized seeds? That’s where the plot thickens.

Let’s break it all down in plain, puff-friendly language.

What is Cloning and How Does It Work?

In simple terms, cloning = cutting one plant to grow a whole new one. No seeds, just straight-up plant DNA duplication. That clone? It’s a carbon copy of the original, genetically identical from leaf to root.

In the cannabis world, this is gold. Photoperiod strains are cloned all the time to preserve flavor, potency, and yield. You can go fancy with rockwool setups or keep it chill by rooting in water. Either way, the process is tried, true, and stoner-approved.

Can You Clone Autoflower Seeds?

Here’s where things get sticky.

Photoperiod strains? Easy.

Autoflowers? Not so much.

Autoflower seeds were bred to ignore light cycles and flower on their own time. Cool for convenience—but cloning them is like trying to pause a ticking clock.

You can try cloning autos, but you’re not gonna get consistent results. The clone keeps the genetic age of the mother—so even if it’s a tiny sprout, it thinks it’s ready to bloom. The result? Stunted growth, weak yield, and a whole lotta frustration.

Some growers swear they’ve cloned autos successfully by timing their cuts just right, but even then, it’s usually mid at best.

So What Does Happen When You Clone an Autoflower?

Think of it like this:

• The clone inherits the mom’s age and internal clock.
• Even though it’s small, the plant thinks it’s old.
• Without the photoperiod light cues, autos can’t adjust their flowering phase.

Bottom line: You end up with a baby plant trying to act like an adult—awkward and underdeveloped.

Can You Clone Feminized Seeds?

Now we’re talkin’!

Feminized seeds are bred to give you female plants only (aka: flower factories). If they’re photoperiod, cloning them is a breeze.

So yes—feminized seeds can be cloned like regular photoperiod plants. Grab a few, snip smart, and you’re good to grow. If you’re new to cloning, start with the classic water method.

Pro tip: Always buy a few extra seeds so you can experiment and find your groove.

Should You Clone Autoflower Seeds?

Short answer: Nah, it ain’t worth it.

Autoflowers are all about ease and speed. Trying to clone them is like trying to rescoop a melted sundae—it’s messy and disappointing.

Better alternative: Grab some fresh feminized photoperiod seeds. You get better consistency, solid yields, and all the flavor without the cloning stress.

Final Drip

Cloning is dope—just not when it comes to autoflowers. Stick with feminized photoperiod strains if you want consistency, quality, and more bang for your buck.

Save the experiments for your kitchen edibles, not your grow tent.

Stay lifted. Stay legit. Stay Legal High.