Cannabis seeds
by Azarius
Wedding Cake Auto is an autoflowering cannabis seed that produces a potent indica-dominant hybrid — a cross of Wedding Cake and Girl Scout Cookies Auto that delivers 20-25% THC, dense resin-coated buds, and a sweet vanilla-lemon flavour profile. This Wedding Cake autoflower finishes in 8-10 weeks from seed, yields 500-600 g/m² indoors, and requires no light schedule changes. Buy Wedding Cake Auto seeds from Azarius in packs of 1, 3, 5, or 10 — own-brand genetics, shipped from Amsterdam.
Wedding Cake Auto produces 20-25% THC buds with a sweet vanilla-lemon terpene profile in 8-10 weeks from seed — no light schedule changes needed. The original Wedding Cake strain originated in Los Angeles as a phenotype of Triangle Mints (Triangle Kush × Animal Mints), though it's commonly marketed as a Girl Scout Cookies × Cherry Pie cross. The original Wedding Cake — also known as Pink Cookies or Birthday Cake — won multiple Cannabis Cup awards and became one of the most recognisable indica-dominant strains in North America. Leafly named it their Strain of the Year in 2019. THC levels in the original photoperiod version typically test at 22-27% in laboratory analyses.
This autoflowering version preserves the Wedding Cake genetics while adding ruderalis traits from Girl Scout Cookies Auto for light-independent flowering. The THC range is 20-25% — slightly below the photoperiod ceiling but well above average for autoflowers, which historically sat in the 15-18% range. The CBD content at 2% adds a mild entourage effect that softens the peak without diluting potency. As of 2026, Wedding Cake Auto represents the current state of autoflower breeding: photoperiod-level THC in a plant that flowers on its own schedule.
The terpene profile is dominated by beta-caryophyllene (peppery, anti-inflammatory), limonene (citrus, mood-lifting), and linalool (floral, calming). Together they produce Wedding Cake's signature flavour: sweet vanilla frosting on the inhale, tart lemon on the exhale, with an earthy, slightly doughy undertone that lingers. The aroma while growing is strong — expect a sweet, pungent smell from week 5 onwards. A carbon filter is not optional if discretion matters.
Wedding Cake autoflower yields 500-600 g/m² indoors in 8-10 weeks from seed — matching 80-90% of photoperiod yield in half the time. The plant stays compact at 60-100 cm and flowers from seed to harvest regardless of light schedule — no need to switch from 18/6 to 12/12. The plant stays compact (60-100 cm indoors, 80-120 cm outdoors) with a dense, bushy indica structure that responds well to LST (Low Stress Training) but doesn't need it. Yields reach 500-600 g/m² indoors under 20/4 light and 60-150 g per plant outdoors in a sunny climate.
These are strong numbers for an autoflower. For context, a high-performing photoperiod feminised strain typically yields 500-700 g/m² indoors — but requires 4-5 months total (including a separate vegetative phase with 18/6 lighting and a flowering phase with 12/12). Wedding Cake Auto achieves 80-90% of that yield in 8-10 weeks total, from germination to harvest, under a single light schedule. For growers running multiple cycles per year, autoflowers produce more total grams annually even though each individual harvest is slightly smaller.
| Feature | Wedding Cake Auto (autoflower) | Wedding Cake Feminised (photoperiod) |
|---|---|---|
| Seed to harvest | 8-10 weeks total | 16-20 weeks total (8-10 veg + 8-10 flower) |
| Light schedule | 20/4 or 18/6 throughout — no change needed | 18/6 veg, switch to 12/12 for flower |
| Indoor yield | 500-600 g/m² | 500-700 g/m² |
| THC | 20-25% | 22-27% |
| Plant height | 60-100 cm | 100-180 cm |
| Training response | LST works, avoid topping | LST, topping, ScrOG, supercropping all work |
| Cycles per year (indoor) | 4-5 cycles | 2-3 cycles |
| Best for | Speed, simplicity, continuous harvest | Maximum single-harvest yield, advanced training |
The best Wedding Cake autoflower growing strategy for beginners is a simple 20/4 light schedule in a 60×60 cm or 80×80 cm grow tent with 2-4 plants. No topping — autoflowers have a fixed lifecycle and don't recover from high-stress training as well as photoperiods. LST (gently bending the main stem sideways and securing with plant ties) is the one technique worth doing: it opens the canopy, exposes lower bud sites to light, and can increase yield by 15-25% without slowing growth.
| Week | Stage | What to Expect | Key Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | Seedling | Seed cracks, cotyledons emerge, first true leaves | Light watering, 70-80% humidity, 24-26°C |
| 3-4 | Vegetative | Rapid leaf growth, 3-5 nodes, roots establishing | Start LST if desired, begin light nutrients |
| 5 | Pre-flower | First pistils visible, stretch begins, aroma starts | Switch to bloom nutrients, carbon filter on |
| 6-7 | Flowering | Buds forming, resin production increasing, strong smell | Maintain 40-50% humidity, watch for mould |
| 8-9 | Late flower | Buds fattening, trichomes milky-white, leaves yellowing | Flush last 7-10 days (plain water only) |
| 10 | Harvest | 70-80% milky trichomes, 10-20% amber | Chop, hang dry 7-10 days at 18-20°C, 55-60% RH |
Wedding Cake Auto delivers a balanced indica-dominant high with clear-headed cerebral onset followed by deep body relaxation — sweet vanilla-lemon flavour, 20-25% THC, and a smooth dense smoke when properly cured. The high that starts cerebral — a clear-headed uplift and mood boost within the first 10-15 minutes — then transitions into full-body indica relaxation over the next 30-60 minutes. At 20-25% THC, it's strong enough that 1-2 hits from a joint or vaporiser is plenty for an occasional user. The body effect is heavy but not couch-locking at moderate doses: a warm heaviness in the limbs, muscle tension melting, a general "everything is fine" feeling that makes it excellent for evening use after a mentally demanding day.
The flavour is what sets Wedding Cake apart from other indica-dominant autos. The first draw tastes like vanilla frosting with a sweet, almost bakery-like quality — the terpene limonene adds a bright lemon note that cuts through the sweetness. On the exhale, earthier undertones emerge: a woody, slightly nutty base with a hint of sour dough. The smoke is dense and smooth when properly cured. Vaporising at 180-195°C brings out the terpene profile more clearly than combustion — the vanilla and lemon notes are particularly pronounced through a dry herb vaporiser.
One honest note: Wedding Cake Auto at 20-25% THC is not a strain for the anxiety-prone. The high THC combined with indica body effects can produce couch-lock and mild paranoia in users with low tolerance or anxiety sensitivity. If that applies to you, start with a single hit and wait 15 minutes. The 2% CBD content provides some buffer, but it's not enough to neutralise the THC for truly sensitive users. For those who handle indica-dominant strains well, Wedding Cake Auto is one of the most enjoyable smokes in the autoflower category — the flavour alone is worth growing it.
Blunt opinion on autoflowers in 2026: the gap between auto and photoperiod has nearly closed. Five years ago we'd have steered serious growers away from autos because the THC ceiling was 18% and yields were mediocre. Wedding Cake Auto at 20-25% THC and 500-600 g/m² makes that advice obsolete. We developed it as part of our own-brand seed line because the original Wedding Cake is genuinely one of the best-tasting strains we've encountered in 27 years of running a seed shop — and we wanted an autoflower version that didn't sacrifice the flavour for speed. The breeding took multiple generations to stabilise the terpene profile while maintaining autoflowering traits. What we ended up with is an auto that actually tastes like Wedding Cake, not a watered-down version with the name attached.
The one thing we tell every grower who asks about this strain: the smell is intense from week 5 onwards. Wedding Cake Auto produces a sweet, pungent aroma that fills a room. If you're growing in an apartment or anywhere that discretion matters, a carbon filter and extraction fan are non-negotiable. Every few months someone emails asking why their Wedding Cake Auto is "stinking up the building" — the answer is always the same: it's one of the most aromatic strains we sell, and that's the terpenes doing exactly what they should. Get a filter before you germinate.
8-10 weeks total. No separate vegetative and flowering phases — the plant flowers automatically regardless of light schedule. Most growers harvest around week 9-10 when trichomes are 70-80% milky white with 10-20% amber. Run a 20/4 or 18/6 light schedule throughout.
500-600 g/m² indoors under 20/4 lighting with proper nutrition and environment. Outdoors, expect 60-150 g per plant depending on climate and container size. These are strong autoflower yields — comparable to 80-90% of photoperiod feminised versions that take twice as long to grow.
Yes. Autoflowers are the simplest cannabis seeds to grow — no light schedule changes, compact size, fast harvest. Wedding Cake Auto is indica-dominant with a forgiving growth pattern. The only advanced technique worth applying is LST (Low Stress Training) to open the canopy. Avoid topping autoflowers — they don't have enough vegetative time to recover.
Sweet vanilla frosting on the inhale, tart lemon and earthy dough on the exhale. The terpene profile is dominated by beta-caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool. The flavour is most pronounced when vaporised at 180-195°C. Properly cured buds (7-10 days hang dry, 2-4 weeks jar cure) develop the full vanilla-lemon complexity.
20-25% THC with approximately 2% CBD. This is unusually high for an autoflower — most autoflowering strains produce 15-18% THC. The original photoperiod Wedding Cake tests at 22-27%. The autoflower version retains most of that potency while flowering in 8-10 weeks instead of 16-20.
Last updated: April 2026
Medical disclaimer. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before use of any substance.
