Royal Cheese Automatic – Royal Queen Seeds · Fast Autoflowering Cheese Strain with Pungent Aroma & Relaxing Effects

Meet Royal Cheese Automatic by Royal Queen Seeds – a compact, high-terpene autoflower that brings the legendary skunky cheese aroma and relaxing body buzz to your grow space in just 11–12 weeks from seed to harvest.

Are You Still Waiting Months for a Decent Harvest?

Most photoperiod strains keep you locked in a 5–6 month cycle, demanding precise light schedules, constant monitoring, and a ton of patience. You’re juggling training, nutrient changes, and flowering switches, all while hoping your plants don’t snap, stretch, or get hit by mold.

That Endless Wait Is Killing Your Motivation

Every week that passes without progress feels like a setback. You’re stuck in a loop of maintenance with no payoff in sight. The smell gives you away, the plants outgrow your tent, and by harvest, you’re so burnt out you barely enjoy the results. What if you could skip the hassle and still get top-shelf flavor and effects?

Meet Your New 12-Week Grow Cycle

With Royal Cheese Automatic, you go from seed to jar in under three months — no light cycle changes, no complex training, no stress. This autoflowering powerhouse inherits the iconic pungent cheese profile from its UK lineage and packs a 15% THC punch that delivers a warm, physically relaxing high. Indoors, it yields up to 475 g/m²; outdoors, up to 210 g/plant (7.4 oz), all while staying discreet at 60–100 cm (2.0–3.3 ft) indoors and up to 120 cm (3.9 ft) outside.

Before Growing with Royal Cheese Automatic

Setting up for Royal Cheese Automatic is simple: pick a spot with stable temps (22–26 °C / 71.6–78.8 °F in veg, 20–25 °C / 68–77 °F in flower) and moderate humidity. Use a well-aerated soil or coco mix, and choose a final pot size of 18–27 L (4.8–7.1 gal) to let roots thrive without overwatering.

• Start with a pH of 6.0–6.5 in soil or 5.8–6.2 in coco
• Use a small 1–2 L pot for germination
• Keep humidity at 60–70% during seedling stage
• Provide 18–20 hours of light daily from day one
• For a faster start, Klonagel rooting hormone gel boosts root development and reduces transplant shock

During Cultivation: Fast, Frosty & Full of Flavor

Within two weeks, your plants will be 10 cm (3.9 in) tall and ready for their final pot. Royal Cheese Automatic develops dense, tapered colas with a thick layer of trichomes. The aroma kicks in hard during mid-flower — think skunk, aged cheese, and a hint of pepper from beta-caryophyllene. While it’s not the tallest plant, light LST (Low Stress Training) can help maximize light exposure and yield. Avoid topping or aggressive pruning, as autos don’t recover well.

Thin the canopy weekly to improve airflow and prevent mold, especially in humid environments. Reduce light to 18/6 in late flower to save energy. For stronger bud density and resin production, Pro Bloom GHE supports flowering without overloading the plant.

After Harvest: Relaxing Effects & Minimal Cleanup

After 11–12 weeks, you’ll harvest compact, resinous buds that smell like a deli fridge in the best way possible. Expect a physically relaxing, stoned effect that’s perfect for evening use — clear-headed but deeply calming. The drying process is smooth thanks to low leaf-to-bud ratio, and trimming is a breeze. For long-term storage, Oidium Killer Agrobacteria helps protect your stash from mold and powdery mildew.

Short- and Long-Term Advantages and Benefits

• Harvest in just 11–12 weeks — no waiting months
• Compact size ideal for stealth grows and small tents
• Pungent cheese aroma and flavor that stands out
• High terpene content for rich, complex smoke
• 15% THC delivers a balanced, relaxing body high
• Consistent yields up to 475 g/m² indoors
• Low maintenance — perfect for beginners
• Multiple outdoor harvests per season in warm climates

Technical specifications

• Breeder / Brand: Royal Queen Seeds
• Type: Autoflowering
• Dominance: Indica 50% / Sativa 30% / Ruderalis 20%
• Genetics / Cross: Cheese × Royal Critical × Ruderalis
• Autos: 11–12 weeks from germination to harvest
• Yield Indoor: 425–475 g/m² (15–16.8 oz/ft²)
• Yield Outdoor: 160–210 g/plant (5.6–7.4 oz/plant)
• Height Indoor: 60–100 cm (2.0–3.3 ft)
• Height Outdoor: 60–120 cm (2.0–3.9 ft)
• Difficulty: Low
• Structure and vigour: Compact, dense branching, moderate stretch in pre-flower
• Ideal climate: Temperate, Mediterranean, long summers
• Resistance: Moderate resistance to mold and pests
• Training: Suitable for LST; avoid topping or FIM
• Recommended pot / substrate: 18–27 L final pot; soil or coco with good drainage
• Light: 18–20 h daily throughout cycle
• Temperature: 22–26 °C (71.6–78.8 °F) veg; 20–25 °C (68–77 °F) flower
• Humidity: 60–70% seedling; 50–60% veg; 40–50% flower
• pH: 6.0–6.5 soil; 5.8–6.2 coco/hydro
• Smell in grow: High — carbon filter recommended
• THC: Up to 15%
• CBD: Medium
• Aromatic profile: Beta-caryophyllene, myrcene, limonene
• Flavour: Cheese, skunk, pepper
• Effect: Physically relaxing, stoned, clear-minded

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Royal Cheese Automatic take to grow?

From seed to harvest, Royal Cheese Automatic takes 11–12 weeks. It doesn’t require a change in light cycle, making it ideal for beginners and fast turnaround grows.

What does Royal Cheese Automatic taste like?

It has a bold, pungent flavor profile dominated by sour cheese, skunk, and a peppery kick from beta-caryophyllene. The taste is rich and complex, with earthy undertones and a smooth finish.

Is Royal Cheese Automatic good for beginners?

Yes, it’s one of the easiest autoflowers to grow. It’s forgiving, low-maintenance, and resistant to common issues like mold and pests, making it perfect for first-time growers.

Does Royal Cheese Automatic smell during grow?

Yes, it has a very strong, skunky cheese aroma, especially in mid to late flowering. If discretion is important, use a carbon filter like Protection Kit Trabe Evolution to control odors.

Personal Experience of Pevgrow’s CEO (Alan)

I’ve grown Royal Cheese Automatic three times now — once indoors under LEDs, once in a greenhouse, and once in my backyard in southern Spain. Every time, it’s been a no-drama, high-reward experience. I start with a 2L pot, transfer to 20L at week two, and keep the light on 20/4. I don’t top it — autos hate stress — but I do gentle LST to spread the canopy.

The smell hits hard around week six — it’s like someone left a wheel of Limburger in your grow room. But the buds? Frosty, dense, and full of flavor. I flush for 10 days, dry slowly at 18°C and 55% RH, and cure for three weeks. The high is exactly what I want after work: relaxing, slightly euphoric, and never couch-locking. I’ve shared it with friends who’ve never tried cannabis before, and they all say it’s smooth and approachable. If you want a fast, flavorful, and foolproof grow, this is your strain.