🌸 What Does "Flower Time" Mean in Cannabis Growing?Updated 3 hours ago

If you’re new to cannabis cultivation, “flower time” can be a little confusing. In simple terms, flower time refers to the average number of weeks a cannabis plant spends in the flowering stage — the period when it produces buds.

⏳ When Flower Time Starts

• Photoperiod strains begin flowering when daylight hours drop (outdoors) or when you switch to a 12/12 light cycle indoors.

• Autoflower strains start flowering automatically based on age, regardless of light cycle.

🌿 What Happens During Flower Time

This stage is when your plant focuses on developing buds instead of leaves and stems. The listed “flower time” on a strain description tells you how long it usually takes from the first signs of flowering until harvest.

Example:

• If a strain says “Flower Time: 8 weeks,” that means it will typically take about 8 weeks from the first pistils (white hairs) appearing to when buds are ready to harvest.

💡 Quick Tip

Flower time is an estimate — your actual timeline may vary based on strain, environment, and growing style. Always check trichome development and bud maturity before harvesting.