Kerosene Krash Auto by Dutch Passion is an award-winning, fuel-forward autoflower with serious punch. Built from Kerosene Krash x (Kerosene Krash x Auto Glueberry OG), it is an indica-dominant plant with a pungent diesel, sour, herbal, earthy flavor and a powerful, relaxing body effect, at a high 20-25% THC. It stays compact and yields well indoors, with one honest caveat: its genetics give it a longer-than-usual cycle, so it rewards a little patience.
This is an autoflower, so it flowers on age rather than a change in the light cycle, which keeps the schedule simple. It is the autoflowering version, distinct from the photoperiod Kerosene Krash. The figures below are Dutch Passion breeder values; check your own pack for the exact numbers.
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Auto Kerosene Krash
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THC | 20% - 25% (High) |
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Lineage | Kerosene Krash X (Kerosene Krash X Auto Glueberry OG) |
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Type | Autoflowering |
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Height | 3.28 ft | 1 m |
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Yield | Medium |
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Yield Indoor | 1.47 oz/ft² | 450 g/m² |
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Yield Outdoor | 5.29 oz/plant | 150 g/plant |
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Life Cycle | 10 - 12 weeks |
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Phenotype | 70% Indica / 30% Sativa |
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Effects | Balanced, Euphoric, Relaxed |
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Flavors | Herbal, Sour, Fuel, Earthy |
Kerosene Krash
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THC | 20% - 25% (High) |
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Lineage | GG4 X Sherbet |
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Type | Feminized |
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Height | 7.38 ft | 2.25 m |
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Yield | High |
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Yield Indoor | 1.8 oz/ft² | 550 g/m² |
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Yield Outdoor | 28.22 oz/plant | 800 g/plant |
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Flowering Time | 7 - 9 weeks |
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Phenotype | 70% Indica / 30% Sativa |
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Effects | Relaxed, Powerful |
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Flavors | Diesel, Herbal |
Kerosene Krash Auto Grow Info
| Trait | Kerosene Krash Auto (Dutch Passion) |
| Genetics | Kerosene Krash x (Kerosene Krash x Auto Glueberry OG) |
| Seed type | Autoflowering |
| Genetic profile | 70% indica / 30% sativa |
| THC | 20-25% (high) |
| Life cycle | 10-12 weeks seed to harvest |
| Height | Around 1 m, compact |
| Indoor yield | Medium, around 450 g/m² |
| Outdoor yield | Around 150 g per plant |
| Effects | Balanced, euphoric, relaxed |
| Flavor | Fuel, diesel, sour, herbal, earthy |
These are Dutch Passion’s published figures for the Kerosene Krash Auto line at Growlantis. When you need an exact THC percentage, height, or yield, check the specification on your own Kerosene Krash Auto seed pack.
What Makes Kerosene Krash Auto Worth Growing
Kerosene Krash Auto is for fans of pungent, fuel-heavy strains. Its name says it all: a gassy, diesel, sour flavor over herbal and earthy notes, the kind of loud terpene profile that gas lovers chase. Backed by a high 20-25% THC, it delivers a powerful, relaxing body effect, award-winning quality in an autoflower.
For the grower, it is compact and productive. It stays a manageable 1 m, yields a solid medium 450 g/m² indoors, and carries real potency. The honest trade-off is time: thanks to its genetics it runs a longer 10-12 week cycle, so it is not the fastest auto, but you are rewarded with gas-forward, potent buds.
Is Kerosene Krash Auto Indica or Sativa?
Kerosene Krash Auto is indica dominant, listed at 70% indica and 30% sativa, with ruderalis from its Auto Glueberry OG side for autoflower timing.
That indica lean drives a powerful, relaxing body effect, described as balanced and euphoric but leaning to the heavier side, best for the evening. The plant is compact and resinous with a loud, fuel-forward terpene profile. It is a strong, body-focused strain rather than a light daytime one.
Flowering Time vs Full Grow Time
Autoflowers confuse a lot of growers on timing, and this one is worth being precise about because it runs long.
- Flowering time: the bloom stage, which for Kerosene Krash Auto begins on its own around week four or five and runs to the finish.
- Full grow time (life cycle): 10-12 weeks seed to harvest. This is the number that matters, and it is longer than a typical auto, with flowering happening inside it rather than after a separate veg.
The takeaway: plan around the full 10-12 week cycle, longer than many autos that finish in 9-10. It is not the one for a fast turnaround, but the extra time builds its potency and gas-heavy character.
Does Kerosene Krash Auto Need a 12/12 Light Cycle?
No. Kerosene Krash Auto flowers on age, not day length, so it never needs a 12/12 photoperiod to bloom. Only the separate photoperiod Kerosene Krash needs a 12/12 flip.
Indoors you can hold a long schedule like 18/6 or 20/4 from seedling to harvest. Over its longer cycle, that extra daily light steadily feeds the buds, so keep the long schedule rather than dropping to 12/12, which would only cut light and reduce yield.
Kerosene Krash Auto Grow Timeline, Week by Week
Treat this as a development pattern, not a fixed schedule, since this auto runs longer than most.
- Weeks 1-2: germination and seedling. The taproot and first leaves establish. Keep water light and conditions stable.
- Weeks 3-5: vegetative growth. The compact plant builds its frame and may show preflowers. Begin gentle low stress training.
- Weeks 5-7: stretch and bud set. Vertical growth slows and flower sites fill in.
- Weeks 7-11: main flower development. Resinous buds build slowly and the fuel-diesel aroma develops over the long flower.
- Weeks 11-12: maturation and harvest. Be patient and judge ripeness by the trichomes, not the day count.
Choosing Your Setup: Space, Light and Pots
Kerosene Krash Auto’s compact 1 m height suits any standard tent, even small ones. A little low stress training to open the canopy improves light penetration and lifts the yield over the long flower.
Light drives the yield across the longer cycle, so give it a strong source. A full-spectrum LED at 25-35 watts per square foot on an 18-20 hour schedule keeps the resinous buds packed. Add an inline exhaust fan and a carbon filter, since the fuel aroma is pungent.
Plant straight into the final 3-5 gallon fabric pot and skip transplanting, which autos dislike. Fabric pots air-prune the roots and keep them healthy across the longer cycle.
Germinating and Raising Seedlings
The paper towel method is the easy, reliable start. Soak the seeds for 12-24 hours, then set them between damp paper towels on a covered plate, kept dark and warm at 70-85°F (21-29°C). A taproot usually shows in two to three days.
When the taproot reaches about 1-2 cm, plant it root-down a knuckle deep in a light mix and keep the surface moist until the seedling breaks ground. Hold off on nutrients at this stage. New to germination? Our beginner growing guides walk through it step by step.
The Vegetative Stage and Low Stress Training
Veg is short on an auto, so use these weeks to build a wide, even frame on this compact plant. Keep nitrogen available, hold temperatures in the low to mid 70s°F, and start gentle low stress training while the branches bend easily.
Because an autoflower has limited time to recover from stress, stick to low stress training, gently tying branches down to open the canopy, and skip topping or other high-stress cuts. Opening the plant up helps light reach the lower buds over the long flower.
Feeding and Watering Kerosene Krash Auto
Feed to the stage, and remember the cycle is long. Start nutrients at about half the label strength and build up as the plant grows, using a nitrogen-forward base through early growth, then a bloom formula higher in phosphorus and potassium as flowering sets in and continuing through the extended flower. Adjust based on how the plant responds.
Water by root-zone moisture, not a timetable. A young plant needs little; increase gradually as it grows and drinks more over the long cycle. Let the top layer dry between waterings and water by pot weight to avoid overwatering a compact plant.
Flowering and Knowing When to Harvest
Flowering begins on its own around week four or five, with a stretch and the first pistils, then resinous buds build slowly over the long flower. The pungent fuel, diesel, sour, and herbal aroma develops, so keep air moving and run a carbon filter indoors.
Patience pays off here more than on most autos. As the 10-12 week finish nears, check trichomes under a loupe and harvest when most are cloudy with a few amber for the fullest, relaxing effect. After the cut, hang the branches in the dark at about 60°F (15-16°C) and 55-60% humidity for 7-14 days, then cure in jars, burping daily for the first weeks to develop the gas-forward flavor.
Growing Indoors vs Outdoors
Indoors, Kerosene Krash Auto rewards strong light over its longer cycle. Hold 18/6 or 20/4, give it a little training, and the medium 450 g/m² yield is very reachable, provided you commit to the full 10-12 weeks.
Outdoors, its per-plant figure is modest at around 150 g, so it is best treated as an indoor-leaning auto, though being day-neutral it can be planted through the warm months. Give it full sun, well-draining soil, and airflow around the pungent buds.
How Tall and How Much? Height and Yield
Height is easy to plan for. Kerosene Krash Auto stays around 1 m, compact enough for small tents and discreet grows, with no height management needed.
On yield it is a medium producer indoors at around 450 g/m², with a modest 150 g per plant outdoors. Treat it as an indoor-leaning auto. You grow it for its loud fuel flavor and strong potency as much as for weight, and strong light with the full cycle is what delivers its best.
Best US Climates for Kerosene Krash Auto
Kerosene Krash Auto is flexible thanks to its autoflower timing, but its longer cycle means you should plan the season. It does well in warm, sunny climates like California, the Southwest, and the South, where a long warm spell covers its 10-12 weeks.
Being day-neutral and compact, it also suits cooler northern states and small, discreet setups, but start early so the longer cycle finishes before cold, damp weather. In the humid Southeast, keep airflow strong around the buds. For a faster auto, browse our full how-to-grow guide library.
Common Problems When Growing Kerosene Krash Auto
A few predictable issues are easy to avoid, especially over a long auto cycle.
Expecting a fast auto
Kerosene Krash Auto runs 10-12 weeks, longer than most. Plan for the extra time rather than harvesting early, since the length builds its potency and gas-heavy flavor.
Topping or high-stress training
Autos have limited time to recover from heavy stress. Stick to low stress training to open the canopy, and skip topping so the plant stays on track.
Underestimating the smell
The fuel-diesel aroma is loud. Run a carbon filter from early flower, especially in a shared or discreet space, since the gas smell is strong and carries.
Harvesting by the calendar
The 10-12 week cycle is a reference, not a cutting date. Read the trichomes and flower maturity before you cut, since phenotype and environment shift the timing.
Making the Most of Your Harvest
Do not waste the trim. This resinous strain makes excellent bubble hash, dry sift, or infused oil that keeps the gas-forward character. The stems, roots, and fan leaves compost well and feed your next grow.
Is Kerosene Krash Auto Right for You?
If you love loud, fuel-forward, potent strains and want one on a compact, simple autoflower schedule, yes. Its gas-heavy flavor, strong body effect, and manageable size make it a standout, as long as you do not mind a longer cycle. If you want a fast finish or a light daytime effect, look elsewhere. Browse our full how-to-grow guide library for options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kerosene Krash Auto indica or sativa?
Kerosene Krash Auto is indica dominant, listed at 70% indica and 30% sativa, with ruderalis for its autoflower timing. The effect is a powerful, relaxing body high, described as balanced and euphoric but leaning heavier, best for the evening. The plant is compact and resinous with a loud, fuel-forward terpene profile.
Does Kerosene Krash Auto need a 12/12 light cycle?
No. Kerosene Krash Auto flowers automatically with age, not day length, so it never needs a 12/12 schedule. Indoors you can hold a long photoperiod like 18/6 or 20/4 from seedling to harvest. Only the separate photoperiod Kerosene Krash needs a 12/12 flip, so check which version you are growing.
How long does Kerosene Krash Auto take to grow?
Kerosene Krash Auto runs a longer cycle of 10 to 12 weeks from seed to harvest, more than a typical auto because of its genetics. Flowering begins on its own around week four or five. Judge the finish by trichome maturity rather than the day count, and plan for the extra time, which builds its potency.
How much does Kerosene Krash Auto yield?
It is a medium yielder indoors at around 450 g/m2, with a modest 150 g per plant outdoors, so it is best treated as an indoor-leaning auto. Strong light, a well-opened canopy from low stress training, and committing to the full long cycle are what help it reach its indoor potential.
How strong is Kerosene Krash Auto?
Kerosene Krash Auto is high in potency at 20 to 25% THC, strong for an autoflower. The effect is a powerful, relaxing body high, best for the evening. Combined with its loud fuel-diesel flavor, it is an award-winning, gas-forward strain for those who want strength and bold terpenes rather than a mild experience.
Can you clone Kerosene Krash Auto?
Not usefully. As an autoflower, a cutting keeps the mother’s age, so it tries to flower straight away as a tiny plant and yields almost nothing. If you want more plants, germinate more seeds. Cloning only makes sense with photoperiod strains, like the photoperiod Kerosene Krash, not with autoflowers.
What does Kerosene Krash Auto taste like?
Kerosene Krash Auto has a pungent, fuel-forward profile: diesel and gas over sour, herbal, and earthy notes, true to its name. To protect those loud terpenes, run a carbon filter in flower, dry slowly at around 60°F with moderate humidity, and cure in sealed jars, burping daily early on to keep the gas character sharp.
