Mazar Auto by Dutch Passion

Mazar Auto is one of the autoflowers that changed minds. When the first generation of autos was still small and underwhelming, Dutch Passion crossed its award-winning Mazar (Afghani x Skunk #1) with an Indica-dominant autoflower and produced a plant that could genuinely hold its own against quality photoperiods. More than a decade later it remains a fixture in the catalog, and it also served as the base for Blue Auto Mazar.

Being an autoflower, Mazar Auto does not wait for shorter days. There is no light-schedule switch to manage: plants grow and bloom on their own timeline, running from seed to harvest in about 10-12 weeks indoors, or roughly 10-14 weeks (around 85-100 days) outdoors depending on weather. Dutch Passion recommends about 20 hours of daily light indoors, and 18/6 is a common alternative.

The plants stay compact, averaging 70-80 cm (27.6-31.5 in), and naturally form a neat Christmas-tree shape with plenty of thick side branches around a fat main cola. That size makes Mazar Auto easy to hide on a balcony or patio, and the short cycle leaves room for more than one harvest in a single outdoor season.

Yields punch well above the plant’s size. Dutch Passion gives Mazar Auto an XL rating, with indoor averages of around 500 g/m² (1.64 oz/ft²).

Flavor and Effect of Mazar Auto

The aroma stays close to classic Afghan hash: earthy, spicy Kush notes lifted by a fruity citrus layer with a strong lime and lemon edge. The flavor mirrors it, earthy and Kushy with lemon, a touch pungent and occasionally a little piney, as some phenotypes lean toward a Haze-like taste.

The effect begins behind the eyes and then slides into the body. It feels relaxing and uplifting at the same time, and it can last for several hours. If you let the buds hang a little longer and wait for more amber trichomes, the finish becomes heavier and more couch-bound, which is ideal for evening sessions.

Growing Mazar Autoflower Seeds

This is an easy plant for first-time growers and those new to autos. Dutch Passion has seen many beginners pull 50-100 g (1.8-3.5 oz) of compact buds per plant without prior experience, while experienced growers count on 100-200 g (3.5-7.1 oz) or more, especially in hydro. The record so far is 900 g (31.7 oz) from a single plant grown in DWC. Outdoors, expect around 50-150 g (1.8-5.3 oz) per plant with enough sun and nutrition.

Skip topping and FIMing. Mazar Auto already stays short and stocky, and cutting the tip would cost you the thick main bud that makes this strain so satisfying. If you go hydro, check pH and EC at least once a day, calibrate meters regularly, keep the water well oxygenated and watch its temperature. For the richest terpene profile, an organic grow is the simplest route.

For outdoor runs, many growers start seedlings indoors under 20-24 hours of light and move them outside once frost risk has passed, aiming the grow at the sunniest, driest stretch of summer. The dense buds tolerate a little moisture but dislike constant rain.

Mazar Auto Characteristics

Strain type	Autoflowering (feminized)
Genetics	Mazar (Afghani x Skunk #1) x Indica-dominant autoflower
Indica/Sativa	Indica dominant
THC	High
Effect	Uplifting head start, strong relaxing body finish, long-lasting
Flavor	Earthy Kush, spice, lemon, lime, light pine
Indoor yield	Around 500 g/m² (1.64 oz/ft²); 100-200+ g/plant (3.5-7.1+ oz/plant) for experienced growers
Outdoor yield	50-150 g/plant (1.8-5.3 oz/plant)
Seed to harvest	10-12 weeks indoors, 10-14 weeks outdoors
Height	70-80 cm (27.6-31.5 in)
Structure	Compact Christmas tree with many thick side branches and a large main cola
Bud appearance	Compact, sticky, resin-covered buds
Best cultivation technique	Grow untopped; hydro for maximum yield, organic soil for maximum flavor

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