Zkittlez Strain Autoflower SeedsThe award-winning candy-fruit indica, now blooming on its own
No reviews yet · be the first to review ZkittlezThe Zkittlez strain in autoflower form takes the candy-fruit indica that won Best Indica at the 2015 High Times Cannabis Cups in San Francisco and Michigan and pairs it with ruderalis, which lets each plant start flowering by itself while the lights stay on a long-day schedule. Seed banks list Zkittlez Auto at roughly 8 to 12 weeks from seed, 60–120 cm tall and 15–24% THC. These feminized autoflower seeds grow female plants.
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What is the Zkittlez strain?
Zkittlez Auto is the autoflowering form of Zkittlez, the Grape Ape × Grapefruit indica from California's Terp Hogz and 3rd Gen Family, bred with ruderalis so each plant starts blooming once it is old enough, regardless of daylight hours. Seed banks list it at about 8 to 12 weeks from seed, 60–120 cm tall and 400–500 g/m² indoors, with THC from roughly 15% to 24%. Its sweet berry, grape and citrus flavor is the same draw that made the original Zkittlez a Cannabis Cup winner.
Ratio from Fast Buds' and Seedsman's Zkittlez Auto listings; AllBud gives the photoperiod Zkittlez 70% indica. The ruderalis share isn't published.
The original Zkittlez took first place for indica at two 2015 High Times Cannabis Cups, largely on the strength of its sweet, fruity smell.
Zkittlez strain specs
The autoflower numbers below come from seed banks that sell Zkittlez Auto (Fast Buds, MSNL, Seedsman and Spliff Seeds), while the history, awards and effects come from Weedmaps, AllBud and Leafly's data on the photoperiod Zkittlez. Each seller uses its own auto recipe, so every figure is a reported range.
| Type | Indica-dominant autoflower, about 60% indica |
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| Genetics | Zkittlez (Grape Ape × Grapefruit) × ruderalis; some lines add other auto strains |
| Bred by | Original Zkittlez: Terp Hogz with 3rd Gen Family, California; auto versions from Fast Buds, Seedsman, MSNL and others |
| THC | About 15–24% on auto listings; Fast Buds gives up to 23% |
| CBD | Low, under 1% |
| Main terpenes | Caryophyllene, humulene, myrcene, pinene |
| Aroma & flavor | Mixed berry, grape, grapefruit, tropical fruit, sweet candy, earthy finish |
| Reported effects | Happy, relaxed, euphoric, focused, sleepy later on |
| Seed type | Autoflower feminized (female plants that bloom by age) |
|---|---|
| Seed to harvest | About 8–12 weeks; Fast Buds says 9–10, Spliff Seeds 10–11, Seedsman about 90 days |
| Outdoor harvest | About 2 to 3 months after sowing; MSNL describes outdoor runs ready in June and in late September |
| Height | 60–120 cm (2–4 ft) indoors; up to about 1.5 m (5 ft) outdoors |
| Yield | 400–500 g/m² indoors (roughly 1.3–1.6 oz/ft²); Spliff Seeds gives up to 200 g (7 oz) per plant outdoors |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Best methods | LST, Sea of Green, sowing in the final pot |
| Climate | Indoors, or any garden with two to three warm, sunny months |
Where does the Zkittlez strain come from?
Zkittlez was developed in California by the growers behind Terp Hogz, working with 3rd Gen Family, and is usually listed as Grape Ape × Grapefruit, with some accounts adding an undisclosed third strain. It took first place for indica at the 2015 High Times Cannabis Cups in San Francisco and Michigan, Weedmaps also credits it with a 2016 Emerald Cup win, and it later became a parent of Runtz.
Zkittlez Auto is a seed-bank creation rather than Terp Hogz's own work. MSNL and Nirvana cross Zkittlez with ruderalis, a hardy cannabis type that starts flowering after a few weeks of growth whatever the daylight, while Seedsman pairs it with an auto Fruit Kush and Spliff Seeds blends Gelato, Zkittlez and Dutch Auto. Plants therefore differ a little between brands in timing and flavor, though every line aims to keep the candy-fruit terpenes.
Why is it spelled Zkittlez?
Zkittlez takes its name from the fruit candy, and the Z spelling is widely said to keep it separate from the candy brand. Early cuts circulated as Skittles or Zkittles, and misspellings such as Zkitllez and Skittlez still turn up on seed and dispensary menus. All of them point to the same Grape Ape × Grapefruit family.
Not the same as CBD Zkittlez. CBD versions of Zkittlez are bred for a high CBD share; this autoflower keeps the original THC-rich profile.
What does Zkittlez taste like, and how does it feel?
Aroma and flavor
Zkittlez tastes like a handful of fruit candy: sweet mixed berry and grape up front, then a tangy grapefruit and tropical note. Fast Buds describes its auto as berry, mango and grapefruit with an earthy, chocolate-like finish.
- Berry
- Grape
- Grapefruit
- Tropical
- Candy
- Earthy
Terpenes
- Caryophyllene
- Peppery base; the top terpene in Leafly's Zkittlez lab profile
- Humulene
- Woody, hop-like secondary note
- Myrcene
- Ripe-fruit sweetness; listed for MSNL's auto line
- Pinene
- Fresh pine edge on some auto lines
Terpenes vary between Zkittlez Auto lines: MSNL lists carene, myrcene and pinene, while Spliff Seeds highlights limonene.
Reported effects
Users describe Zkittlez as a happy, mellow strain that starts with an upbeat, focused head buzz and eases into calm body relaxation. Weedmaps users name relaxed, happy and sleepy most often, and AllBud mentions a mild sleepy comedown, so Zkittlez Auto suits late afternoons and evenings.
- Happy
- Relaxed
- Euphoric
- Focused
- Sleepy
Zkittlez can bring the usual dry mouth and dry eyes, and some AllBud reviewers with a high tolerance call its effect mild or short-lived.
These Zkittlez effects summarize Weedmaps and AllBud user reports and Fast Buds' grower feedback. Bodies and tolerances differ, and nothing here is medical advice.
How do you grow Zkittlez seeds?
Zkittlez autoflower seeds reward a simple plan built around their short life cycle: sow each one where it will finish, hold an 18/6 or 20/4 schedule throughout, shape the plant with gentle bends rather than late cuts, and harvest 8 to 12 weeks after the seed sprouts.
- GerminateDays 1–5
Plant each Zkittlez Auto seed in its final 11–15 L (3–4 gal) container so the roots never have to recover from a transplant.
- Early growthWeeks 2–4
Keep lights on 18/6 or 20/4 and start low-stress training by week three, before the plant begins setting buds.
- FlowerWeeks 4–10
Buds form with no change in light. Zkittlez Auto stays compact, putting most of its energy into a central cola and a ring of side branches.
- HarvestWeeks 8–12 from seed
Harvest when most trichomes look milky with a few amber heads; slower lines such as Seedsman's may need the full 12 weeks or a little more.
Grow tips for Zkittlez
- Keep it in one pot. A Zkittlez Auto has only two to three months to grow, so transplant shock costs yield; start it in the container it will finish in.
- Train early and gently. Bend and tie branches in the first few weeks; topping or heavy leaf stripping once flowers appear can stall an autoflower.
- Leave the timer alone. Zkittlez Auto blooms by age, so keep 18/6 or 20/4 the whole way; long days feed bud growth rather than delaying it.
- Go easy on nutrients. Small autoflowers like Zkittlez Auto usually want lighter feeding than big photoperiod plants; start near half strength and raise it only if lower leaves pale.
- Plan for a sweet, loud smell. The candy-fruit terpenes that made Zkittlez famous peak in the final weeks of flowering; a carbon filter keeps an indoor grow discreet, and outdoors it helps to plant away from neighbors.
- Fit in two outdoor runs. MSNL describes outdoor Zkittlez Auto harvests in June and again in late September, so a long warm season can hold a spring and a summer crop.
Is Zkittlez the right strain for you?
Great pick if you
- Love sweet, fruity candy flavors
- Want a small plant for a tent, closet or balcony
- Want buds about 2 to 3 months after sowing
- Prefer a mellow, happy high that eases into relaxation
- Are new to growing and want an easy plant
Think twice if you
- Want to clone a favorite plant (auto cuttings flower right away)
- Need a big harvest from a long vegetative phase
- Want a racy, energetic sativa
- Want the exact cut that won the 2015 Cannabis Cups
Zkittlez strain FAQ
Is Zkittlez indica or sativa?
Zkittlez is an indica-dominant hybrid. AllBud lists the photoperiod Zkittlez at 70% indica, and Fast Buds and Seedsman put their Zkittlez Auto lines at about 60% indica, with ruderalis genetics added for autoflowering.
Is it spelled Zkittlez, Zkitllez or Skittlez?
The accepted spelling is Zkittlez. Zkitllez and Skittlez are common misspellings, and older menus used Skittles or Zkittles; all refer to the same Grape Ape × Grapefruit strain from Terp Hogz and 3rd Gen Family.
How many weeks does Zkittlez Auto need?
Zkittlez Auto usually needs 8 to 12 weeks from germination to harvest, depending on the seed line. MSNL lists 8–10 weeks, Fast Buds about 9–10, Spliff Seeds 10–11, and Seedsman's version about 90 days. Flowering starts on its own, so the light schedule never has to change.
How much THC does Zkittlez Auto have?
Seed banks list Zkittlez Auto at roughly 15–24% THC: Fast Buds gives up to 23% and MSNL 20–24%. For the photoperiod original, Weedmaps lists 17–26% while AllBud gives a milder 13–15%, so potency varies widely by line.
How tall does Zkittlez Auto grow?
Zkittlez Auto usually stays 60–120 cm (2–4 ft) indoors: MSNL gives 60–100 cm, Fast Buds 70–100 cm and Seedsman 80–120 cm. Outdoor plants in full sun can reach about 1.5 m (5 ft).
How much does Zkittlez Auto yield?
Indoor listings for Zkittlez Auto sit around 400–500 g/m² under good light (roughly 1.3–1.6 oz/ft²), and Spliff Seeds gives up to 200 g (7 oz) per plant outdoors. Expect less than a long-vegged photoperiod Zkittlez would give.
What awards has Zkittlez won?
The original Zkittlez took first place for indica at the 2015 High Times Cannabis Cups in San Francisco and Michigan, according to AllBud and Weedmaps, and Weedmaps also lists a 2016 Emerald Cup win. Those awards went to the photoperiod plant, not to an autoflower version.
How is Zkittlez Auto different from feminized Zkittlez?
Feminized Zkittlez is a photoperiod plant that flowers in about 8 to 9 weeks once its nights reach 12 hours, after a veg period you choose. Zkittlez Auto skips that step, blooms by age and finishes about 8 to 12 weeks from seed on a smaller plant.
What does Zkittlez taste like?
Zkittlez tastes sweet and fruity, like mixed fruit candy, with berry and grape up front and a tangy grapefruit or tropical finish. AllBud lists berry, citrus, grape, grapefruit and tropical flavors for the strain.
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