AK27 Express is the baby sister of AK47 that’s just as potent and delicious.
As its name implies, AK27 Express is a fast cannabis strain. It grows quickly so that it can be harvested quickly, making it an emerging favorite among home cultivators.
This particular variant is a blend of genetics from the Cannabis rederalis subspecies and the one and only AK47. It was originally propagated by Phoenix Cannabis Seeds.
AK47 is world-famous for its outstanding lineage that is a combination of no less than four landraces: Colombian, Afghani, Thai, and Mexican. Although classified as a Sativa, its effects are mellower than expected. In addition, it is a small, compact plant that does not require too much skill and experience from its growers. It passed on those stellar traits to AK27 Express.
In fact, Phoenix successfully bred this new strain with several enhanced features. As an autoflower, it remains a short height throughout its life so that it can be managed easily in any available space. It does not need a change in the light schedule to trigger flowering because it decides when to produce buds on its own according to its internal clock. Seed to harvest takes 9 to 10 weeks only.
That said, AK27 Express retains its parent’s high THC level. Although it is a smaller plant with a brief life span, it can still yield an abundance of dense buds containing 15 to 20% THC. That means this variant is just as capable as its forebear in delivering energy, euphoria, and relaxation. Combined with a sweet and earthy aroma and flavor, it is no wonder that its blossoms are extremely popular among medical marijuana consumers as well.
This strain is suitable for growers of all levels. It can flourish in a variety of settings with minimal care. However, note that it emits a potent, distinctive scent; therefore, some precautions must be taken so that it does not attract unwanted attention.
| Autoflower | |
|---|---|
| Genotype | Genotype50% Sativa + 40% Indica+ 10% Ruderalis |
| Lineage | LineageOriginal AK47 x Ruderalis |
| THC | THC15% to 20% |
| CBD | CBDLess than 1% |
| Indoor Flowering / Yield | Indoor Flowering / Yield9 to 10 weeks from seed to harvest / 350 g/m² |
| Outdoor Harvest Time / Yield | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldAll year round / 75 to 100 g/plant |
| Recommended To | Recommended ToBeginner / Intermediate |
As an autoflowering strain, AK27 Express grows into a miniature cannabis plant with a height of 50 to 70 cm (20 to 28 inches). Consequently, it can fit into a tiny space like a cabinet or balcony without any difficulty. The small size results from its brief life cycle that spans a mere 70 days from seed germination to maturity. Unlike non-auto marijuana cultivars, it does not have time to stretch to a towering stature.
An implication of that abbreviated life span is the plant does not require extensive training to make it more fruitful. As a matter of fact, there is a possibility that it might not be able to recover from the high-stress training techniques. It is much better to leave it alone to do its own thing; therefore, neophyte growers should not have any difficulty cultivating it.
Indoors, the most efficient method to attain the highest possible yield is to grow several plants concurrently. About 7 to 9 plants packed into a one square meter area can produce 350 grams (12 ounces) of delectable, resinous nugs. By keeping the grow lights on for 18 to 20 consecutive hours a day, the plants will grow more vigorously. It is not necessary to switch the light schedule to 12/12 to initiate the flowering stage, unlike photoperiod strains.
Raising AK27 Express outdoors is also possible as long as its smell does not spread through a densely populated area. Each plant can yield 75 to 100 grams (2.5 to 3.5 ounces) of usable bud, depending on the environmental conditions. This strain has a strong resistance to adverse weather and cold temperatures; nonetheless, it can be more productive in warm, balmy locations with ample sunshine.