Description
AK-48: Sweet Citrus Skunk
AK-48 Auto seeds grow into medium to tall plants with brightly colored buds and deep green leaves. While the leaves aren’t large, they are effective at attracting the sun’s powerful UV rays. The buds are small but potent and littered with white and orange pistils. The leaves and buds are equally covered in dusty resin. The trichomes on this plant add to the memorable aroma that is similar to that of old-school bud. You can smell this plant the second you walk into the room. The harvested nuggets are small and dense, with a dank aroma seeping out. Once you break these nuggets apart, your immediate area will fill with skunky and earthy scents. Your fingers will become sticky if you break these nuggs up with your hands. AK-48 Auto has not won any major awards as of yet, but it has been written about online as a massively popular strain in the growing community. The strain grows faster than normal and produces rich in THC buds perfect for smoking. You don’t have to be an expert cultivator to get this strain to harvest.
Growing Tips for Our Seeds
The AK-48 strain grows best in bright sunlight, warm temperatures, ample humidity, and nutrient-rich soil. It can be grown both indoors and outdoors by first-time growers, as you don’t need a green thumb to bring this strain to harvest. If you are planning on growing indoors, you will need to replicate the natural conditions in which this plant grows. If you are growing outdoors, make sure you leave room for these plants to grow, as they can grow tall and bushy.
Dial in Your Growing Conditions
- Indoor or Outdoor: AK-48 marijuana can be grown indoors and outdoors by novice growers. The desired temperature for this strain is between 70-85 degrees Fahrenheit and slightly cooler at night. This strain requires 18-20 hours of light during the vegetative stage. To induce the flowering stage of growth, you will need to change the light cycle to a 12/12 cycle.
- Moisture control: Humidity levels of approximately 55-60% during the vegetative phase, gradually decreasing to 30-40% or slightly lower during the flowering stage. Getting the humidity levels correct will ensure that your plants don’t become moldy.
- Training Techniques: AK-48 cannabis performs well with Low-stress training (LST) and topping techniques. These methods will increase yields by helping each bud to grow. Bigger buds mean bigger yields of high-quality weed.
Yields, Flowering Time, and Harvest
- Flowering Time: Growing indoors, you can expect the AK-48 strain to harvest after a short flowering period of 50-60 days. Outdoors, it should be harvest-ready sometime in October, depending on when you planted your seeds.
- Yields: While Indoor yields are around 450 grams per square meter, outdoor grows typically produce up to 450 grams per plant. Maximizing yields by growing this strain correctly benefits the grower greatly. These yields are fantastic, especially if it is your first time growing cannabis.
Dominant Terpenes in AK-48: Lemon and Earth
The AK-48 terpene profile is directly responsible for how the plant smells and tastes and the strong effects it has on its users. The most dominant terpene in this strain is myrcene, while pinene and caryophyllene are secondary terpenes.
- Myrcene: Most Dominant – Earthy and herbal, contributing to the strain’s relaxing effects on the user. Also known as the “Mother of Terpenes”.
- Pinene: Secondary Terpene – Found in pine needles and conifer trees, pinene adds flavor and aroma to cannabis plants.
- Caryophyllene: Peppery – Known for being spicy and peppery, caryophyllene is one of the most common terpenes found in marijuana.
Dominant Cannabinoids in AK-48:
Cannabinoids play an important role in AK-48 seeds and are generally a huge part of most strains of cannabis. That relaxing, uplifted, and happy feeling you get when enjoying the AK-48 strain is due to its dominant cannabinoids. Each cannabinoid does something different to the user.
- THC: The Main Character – THC is the most dominant cannabinoid on the molecular level of this strain. The crystalline compound tetrahydrocannabinol is the main ingredient of cannabis. Topping out at 18%, the THC in this Indica-dominant strain is responsible for the relaxed and happy feeling you get when enjoying AK-48 cannabis.
- CBD: Very Minimal Amounts – While the CBD levels in AK-48 are around 2%, the cannabinoid is still present, and the effects are noticeable in this strain. CBD plays a smaller role in what the strain does to the user. CBD is non-psychoactive and can produce effects that help with anxiety, sleep, pain, and even stress. The CBD in the AK-48 strain, even in its lower amounts, definitely has a positive effect on the user.
J. Perez (verified owner) –
I couldn’t resist the urge to try these cannabis seeds, and let me tell you, the experience was exhilarating! From germination to harvest, it was a joyous journey. The plants grew faster than I ever imagined, and I was in awe of their beauty each step of the way. When it was time to harvest, I was practically giddy! The aroma was so potent, and the colorful buds were breathtaking. Smoking it was pure bliss – I felt relaxed yet uplifted. This experience truly unlocked a new passion in my life, and I can’t wait for round two!
J. Perez (verified owner) –
The growth from these seeds has been nothing short of spectacular. Totally satisfied with my purchase!
TaraMurphy25 (verified owner) –
Amazing germination rate! All seeds sprouted and the plants are thriving. The buds are dense and potent, providing great relief for my anxiety.
Peter G. (verified owner) –
Absolute winners! They grew so quickly and were super easy to manage. The buds are dense and packed with flavour. The high is a perfect mix of cerebral and body relaxation. Great for those nights when you just want to kick back and relax.
G. Wang (verified owner) –
If you’re a beginner grower like me, AK-48 is the one you need. Since this is a low maintenance strain, you don’t have to do too much. And whether you want to grow it indoors or outdoors, it will do its thing. All you have to do is pack a little patience as it grows. Before you know, it’ll be harvest time and you’ll be ready to smoke some of the finest MJ you can find anywhere.
Yasmeen Khaled (verified owner) –
This balanced hybrid delivers a perfect combination of mind and body relaxation, making it ideal for both novice growers and experienced users. With its impressive THC content, AK-48 uplifts the mind while soothing the body, providing a classic high-meets-stoned experience.
Melissa Robinson (verified owner) –
This was a full-bodied indica with a sweet, earthy aroma. Relatively easy to grow indoors and produced good yields. The buds were dense and finished flowering quickly. With its long-lasting effects and pleasant taste, this was great for recreational or medical use. If you’re looking for an indica that grows fast, produces good yields and has a pleasant flavor I would say this is what you want.
AquaKnight (verified owner) –
If you are looking for some lemony skunky goodness that gives you a happy uplifting high, look no further. AK-48 is a great strain for destressing, it is also easy and quick to grow making it suitable for all levels.
Mischievous Monkey (verified owner) –
The uplifting effects of this strain are excellent and I really enjoy feeling so relaxed at the end of my day after smoking this. Would say it is really easy to grow as well and highly recommend it to novice growers looking to start out with a good strain.
SkunkSentry82 (verified owner) –
AK-48 is a fantastic strain for both novice and experienced growers. The citrus and pine flavors were refreshing, and the relaxed and uplifted high was perfect for socializing with friends. The 60-day grow time was also a plus for those who want quick results.
Sleepycountry (verified owner) –
AK strains are about as balanced as you’te going to get. This perfect 50/50 hybrid is a light, easy, surreal high that puts me IN MY PLACE!
I smoke it after work, before going out on the weekends, and usually while I am playing VIDEO GAMES!!!
Jimi Bouvet (verified owner) –
Mmmmmmm Lemon! AK-48 is hardly violent or aggressive as the name suggests. It’s mostly a “tea and biscuits” kind of strain with a lemony flavor and uplifting sativa energy. Hard to find this seed almost anywhere else. I definitely plan to buy more 🙂
Geraldine Snow (verified owner) –
Been smoking since I was like 25….the years have passed and now I am a landowner with a few greenhouses for veggie and weed cultivation. I have been getting really into AK strains lately, I like their 20% THC profile and mellow buzz…They are certainly hybrid, leaning sativa, great for smokers of all experience levels!
Zofia Shaw (verified owner) –
How you feelin about ak-48?
I feel good.
Why?
It gets me high.
Do you like Pacific Seeds?
Yes, they have good selection and good prices. Plus they ship right to my home!
Kimberley Jefferson (verified owner) –
Takes a good grower to get the most out of AK-48 strains from Pacific. The seeds themselves are very high quality and almost always germinate. Plus they look so CUTE in the garden!!! 10 seeds online was all I needed to get started. I was able to successfully cultivate 8/10 plants with a sizeable harvest from each. Feeling very accomplished!
Kasim Read (verified owner) –
Makes me feel light and easy, maybe a little sleepy….definitely hungry!!! I am stoked about finally growing my own pot. California weed has gotten HELLA expensive, and it just is too difficult to keep up with! I wasn’t thrilled at the growing time, definitely longer than I had hoped, but hey man it was fun!
Sacha Rooney (verified owner) –
This is some niiiiice marijuana, a great smoke at anytime in the day, usually infuses relaxation with energy, and lasts for hours. The BEST way to get through the afternoon. I tracked my grow, took about 150-180 to harvest from seeding, and scored around 150-200 G per plant. A very productive grow, and an unapologetic high!
Dilara Mitchell (verified owner) –
This is a light, bright, and happy strain. I bring this weed wherever I go. It rolls into a thin and beautiful joint! I love passing it around with my friends. The buzz is so bright, it makes the gloom much easier to manage here in Seattle lol. Will absolutely purchase again, grew well in my community garden plot LOL!
Johnathan Garza (verified owner) –
A nice and sweet earthy strain that helps with stress and depression. Has a great indica feel, one that lasts all weekend long. I am only a weekend smoker, so this strain fits perfectly with my lifestyle. I bought 5 seeds online, they shipped quickly and discreetly. I am hoping to grow indoors next time.
Aaliyah Barr (verified owner) –
I was suuuper down to get some weed seeds online and really happy they shipped right to my door. The taste and smell of this strain is pretty rad, and the growing time? Super fast! It’s almost like Pacific knows who its customer base is and wants to make sure everyday growers like me have a good experience with their products. AK is a great strain to start.
Evan Greer (verified owner) –
I was pretty floored by how well this weed turned out. I am pretty stoked about it, and definitely wanna grow it again. I am a newb when it comes to marijuana, and I think I need some help with it when it comes to growing but luckily this site has some great growing advice. Gonna love it forever.
Joanne Doherty (verified owner) –
AK-48 sounds a lot more intense than it really is. In fact, it is one of the more chiller strains out there, with a smooth smoke that reminds me of the mountains. Very excited for the taste and smell to intoxicate my lungs. I smoke it every night before I settle in for the evening. Pretty excited for the next few weeks when my next harvest arrives!
Jo Molloy (verified owner) –
AK-48 is a pretty exciting strain, it’s right in the middle of the road, which is cool, gives me a nice belly buzz and keeps my mind clear. I smoke it most nights to help with stress and depression, and I get very stoned no matter what. Growing your own weed is a great way to stay active during the summer, and to get outside!
Louisa Mcgregor (verified owner) –
What an amazing strain….very balanced and chill, makes my life feel much better than it did before…I highly recommend smoking this weed and then watching your favorite Sci-fi movie cause your brain will totally be fried!!! I am very very stoned while writing this, so I gotta keep grooving in the meantime you know?
jeigerman (verified owner) –
What a beautiful strain of marijuana. I Loooove the relaxing mental health effects of this weed, it’s been great for my self esteem and for helping me break outta my shell and go out into the world. I grew it in my basement under some LEDs, got a nice germination on all 3 seeds, no problems whatsoever, and always a good yield!
Kayley Juarez (verified owner) –
I was always hoping I would get a chance to grow my own weed, and that day finally arrived! Very excited when my seeds showed up in the mail…and the growing info on this website made it much easier for me to get started. AK is really the best of both indica and sativa, and it’s been great for my stress and anxiety!
@levelup (verified owner) –
I wanted all the weed in the world, so I thought I’d grow a strain known for its productivity, and I really got a winner!!! Huge yields, especially cause I’ve been growing weed for years and I keep some pretty immaculate plants. Beautiful and bright emerald green. What a site to behold. Beautiful green flower and soooooo relaxing!
Steve Haile (verified owner) –
It wasn’t the easiest strain to grow, but I did it, and it came out pretty darn well. I smoke this to help with pain and stress, does pretty well for myself. Got a nice fat yield, with nuggets the size of baseballs. They had green flower and red pistils and were really beautiful, even my neighbor TIM complimented my efforts. Great buy for sure. I’ll definitely buy more!
CarWash (verified owner) –
Pretty crazy stuff…like the plant itself looks pretty wild with all those bright colors…whites, greens and oranges, and all the pistils sticking out from the sides…makes it look like its from another planet, which is pretty cool IMO. I ordered online, got the seeds in a few days. It took me most of the summer to grow, but well worth it. Beautiful yield, with an excellent fresh crop. Love smoking this in the evenings to relax.
dope dude (verified owner) –
This must be the sequel to AK-47 weed, whatever that means lol. I really like this stuff, it’s very powerful and helps with stress. I smoke it during lunch or right after work, makes the commute home much faster and more enjoyable. I am happy to finally be able to grow my own mj, it’s been a dream of mine for years, and it has finally come to fruition. Great buy from Pacific, fast shipping and a very reliable yield. Fresh as can be 😉 I’ll buy again!
Goodbones (verified owner) –
A pretty modest, middle of the road type weed. It’s pretty easy to grow, has a nice hybrid breakdown, and offers up some super chill times. It’s an easy backyard grow, but if you have the indoor space then you should try it out. It gives a much bigger harvest when it’s grown indoors and the buds are so much tighter and have this incredible floral flavor that really relaxes the senses. It’s like smoking tea…which is why I guess they used to call pot “tea” lol!
Brennan Q. (verified owner) –
First time buyer here, very impressed with PSB and their amazing selection of weed seeds for purchase. I have been smoking the AK for a while now, thought I’d give growing it a shot, and I was not disappointed! It’s actually really easy and gives off these brightly colored nugs. Grew it right in the backyard and got this lemony delicious weed in just about 4 months. Thanks PSB!
Arely G. (verified owner) –
I’ve ordered from Pacific many times and I’m always impressed with their customer service and the diversity and quality of their seeds. I see things available online through Pacific that I don’t see anywhere else! My seeds for AK-48 arrived quickly. Nice, fast delivery from Pacific, as usual.
AK-48 just isn’t my fave. I’m really sensitive to smell and that skunk smell just gets to me. I was hoping AK-48 would be more lemon than skunk, but the skunk gets through. Anyway, the high was awesome, so no problems there, but I think I’ll order other seeds next time.
Shawna L. (verified owner) –
This strain is wicked delicious, easy to grow and cultivate indoors or out. I grew in my basement personally, as I prefer the ability to control my environment and I think it produces a larger yield. First time ordering with Pacific, excellent online selection, and the seeds ship out really fast, perfect for getting stoned in the afternoons after work, might make you a little sleepy, but overall very positive!
Malia S. (verified owner) –
I almost can’t believe how well this strain grew! My past experiences with hybrid weed strains have been on the finicky side, maybe just bad luck, but I practically couldn’t STOP AK-48 from growing. One of the best harvests I’ve gotten. It’s really good pot too, doesn’t make me sack out or get anxious.
Michael J. (verified owner) –
Pretty good yield indoors for an autoflowering plant, although it was super duper smelly. Almost a requirement to have a serious ventilation system if you live near neighbors as the smell can be a little much. Definitely a euphoric, relaxing high with a nice lean towards indica that doesn’t overstimulate you mentally – due to the slightly lower thc (18% roughly). If you’re a first time indoor grower, this is definitely good weed to start with.
Fran D. (verified owner) –
Hello all! I am new to marijuana but have been suffering chronic pain for years. I heard about this strain from a friend and decided to grow some in my side yard. Much to my surprise I had no trouble at all growing the plant and even found it fun!!! Now I have my own marijuana to smoke at home and it had helped me so very much with my pain. I have much more energy throughout the day and can sleep soundly through the night. Highly recommend for those who DO NOT have a green thumb like me!!!
Howie P. (verified owner) –
As a longtime AK-47 smoker, I was eager to try this one. It was one of my first growing attempts, and I’m happy to say it came out great. This is a powerful strain. I mean in terms of the amount you need. I overdid it the first time, but soon had the dosage adjusted and now it’s my go-to after-work relaxer. Definitely reminds me of AK-47, but a little more soothing. I’m a fan for life.
Jin L. (verified owner) –
Growing this weed was super easy! I am not much of a green thumb, but I had really no problems at all getting these seeds to sprout and eventually flower! I even walked away with 300 G which is SO much weed!!! The buds are huge and orange yellow, an the weed tastes like a pine forest. It helps me chill out at the end of the day, and no paranoia. The name is a little misleading, cause this weed isn’t violent at all, it’s pure magic!!
Dave T. (verified owner) –
Haha, at first I thought this was a typo. I hadn’t seen an AK-48 out there. But this wouldn’t be the first strain I’ve found on Pacific’s site that I hadn’t heard of before. Now that I’ve become acquainted with AK-47’s older sister, I can say that I’m a big fan. You know that System of a Down song about getting stuck in the sky when you’re high? Well, this weed does NOT do that to you. Which I think is a good thing. Love it. Gonna order more.
Natalie O. (verified owner) –
Ak-47s are known for their incredible durability and hardiness, and I’d absolutely say that AK-48 is one better. One of the easiest cannabis strains I’ve ever cultivated in an indoor setting. A little heavier on the indica side, it’s a really relaxing and easygoing high – although excessive consumption seems to lead to a slight bout of paranoia. Just food for thought, I figure. If you can keep dosage in control it’s a really relaxing smoke and an absolute pleasure to grow, look at, and consume.
Karen W. (verified owner) –
This is a great weed to start your grow operation with! I messed up with a planting issue outdoors but the weeds just kept on growing, thank goodness! The plants were not too tall, not too short: they turned out just right. ? So happy I came across Pacific for cannabis seeds, they’re way better than the dispensary in my town. Especially love their germination guarantee!
Kim L. (verified owner) –
A pretty violent name for a weed that is actually quite chill. I love growing this weed for its aesthetic value, it looks great in my garden, and it’s dense yellow and orange buds are really eye-catching. I smoke this in the afternoon, relaxing on the porch, sitting in the rocking chair I built last summer. A beautiful way to unwind in the afternoon with a cup of tea and good book. I am happy with my purchase 🙂
Allan G. (verified owner) –
I’m a beginner so I was kinda overwhelmed when I first started browsing through Pacific’s site. I couldnt’ get a handle on what I wanted to order and every strain I thought I’d be interested said it was intermediate which I kenw I wasn’t ready for yet. So I clicked on that “chat” button on the lower right hand corner and the friendliest person helped me out. They recommended AK-48 and so I gave it a try. I just harvested my first crop ever and I’m blown away at how much weed I got. Thanks Pacific!