NYC Sour Diesel Auto Grow Report

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This report covers NYC Sour Diesel Auto from a seventeenth run on a small farm. She shared the tent with Corkscrew Auto and GOATlato Auto from the same Tyson 2.0 run, but the focus here stays on how NYC Sour D performed from seed to harvest under these conditions. The notes were kept in real time instead of being cleaned up later, so this is proper grow reporting with real temperatures, real watering, real feeding, and real limitations. If you want a week-by-week look at how a plant responds as the grow unfolds, this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow diary offers a clear picture.

Strain Overview: What NYC Sour Diesel Auto Brings to the Grow Room

NYC Sour Diesel Auto comes from NY Diesel x Sour Diesel Auto and is part of the Royal Queen Seeds x Tyson 2.0 collaboration. She is a sativa-dominant autoflower with a fast life cycle and around 21% THC, bred to deliver energetic growth and uplifting effects.

On paper, she looks manageable indoors, but this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow report showed that the result depends heavily on your environment. Under heat, she stretches hard and moves into flower quickly, which leaves little time to correct mistakes. The terpene profile, diesel, sour, and lime, came through clearly, and the effects matched expectations with a euphoric, creative lift balanced by mild physical relaxation.

This NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow guide tests those expectations in a real grow space, not an ideal one, and shows how closely the plant matched her genetic promise.

NYC Sour D Auto

NYC Sour D Auto

	NY Diesel x Sour Diesel Auto
	16 to 19 oz/m²
	3 feet
	55 - 65 days
	Up to 21%

	Sativa 70% Indica 25% Ruderalis 5%
	5 to 6 oz/plant
	4 to 5 feet
	Euphoric, Motivating , Physically Relaxing
	Low
	75 - 90 days after germination

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My Grow Setup on the Farm

The setup had a major influence on how this plant behaved. The tent was not especially large, and that mattered more once the stretch kicked in. Heat built up easily, airflow needed careful management, and vertical space became a limitation much earlier than expected.

Everything in this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow journal, from watering demand and stretch to light stress and airflow issues, traces back to that environment. The plant itself was vigorous, but the space largely decided how straightforward or how difficult the run became.

Grow Space and Equipment

• Box: Secret Jardin DS120W 4x2x6 ft
• Lights: MIGRO ARAY 4 - 240W
• Ventilation: TT Silent-M 100
• Filter: PrimaKlima filter PK 100/125
• Fan: Oscillating Koala Fan
• Soil: BioBizz Light-Mix
• Pot: 3 gal Air pots
• Seed: Royal Queen Seeds
• Nutrition: RQS Organic Nutrition

Growing Method and Starting Conditions

The seed was germinated directly in the final pot to avoid transplant stress. The medium was pre-amended before planting to create a lightly fertilized but active root zone.

Initial conditions sat around 82 °F and roughly 45% RH. No humidifier was used, with soil moisture doing the work of supporting the immediate environment around the seedling. The light started at 40% power and about 14 in from the pots. From the start, this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow diary became a balancing act between temperature, stretch, and available vertical space.

Germination (Days 1–7)

The medium was prepared in layers to spread nutrients evenly. The pot was filled halfway, amended, and mixed, then built up gradually, with seaweed and mycorrhiza added at different levels before the final blend went in.

After the soil was soaked thoroughly, the seed was planted directly into the medium. Conditions stayed steady at around 82 °F and 45% humidity. Without a humidifier, the surface dried fairly quickly, so the top layer was lightly rehydrated when needed to prevent crusting.

NYC Sour D emerged more slowly than the other plants. Once it broke the surface, about 17 fl oz of water at pH 6.0 was applied, targeting the immediate root zone instead of soaking the whole pot. A second light watering followed soon after to keep moisture consistent. That slower germination set the tone early in this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow diary. The plant was not weak, but she was not the fastest starter either.

Week 1 Vegetation: Slow Start but Healthy Development

By the end of week one, the plant reached around 2 in. She was still behind the others, but the structure and color looked healthy. Leaves stayed compact and low, and early branching had already begun. The environment held at around 82 °F with 50–55% RH. Light intensity was increased to 60% and stayed about 14 in away. The schedule started at 24 hours of light, then shifted to 18/6 to reduce heat and stabilize the environment.

Watering stayed controlled. The whole pot was not saturated; instead, the focus stayed on the root zone, with some dry-back allowed between irrigations. CalMag was introduced lightly as a preventive measure, but no strong nutrients were used. At this stage in the NYC Sour Diesel Auto week-by-week run, restraint mattered most. She was slow, but clearly healthy.

Week 2 Vegetation: Catching Up and Entering Pre-Flower

Week two brought a clear change. Growth accelerated, and by the end of the week, the plant reached around 8 in. She no longer looked like the smallest plant in the tent. Structure improved with stronger stems and more leaf mass. Pre-flower signs appeared, confirming that the transition window had started. The lighting stayed at 60% on an 18/6 schedule, raised slightly above the canopy. Temperatures pushed toward 84 °F, which increased evaporation and water demand.

Feeding expanded gradually. CalMag stayed consistent, and bloom support was introduced while keeping the nutrient profile balanced. Watering volumes increased and were distributed more evenly through the pot, encouraging fuller root development. This week marked the turning point in this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow report. The plant shifted from cautious growth to clear vigor.

Week 3 Vegetation: Vigorous Growth and Transition Into Flower

By week three, the plant reached around 15 in and showed strong vertical growth. She overtook the others in height and started developing a more upright structure. Lower nodes stayed tight, which made watering a little awkward, while upper growth stretched more freely. Pre-flowers were clearly visible, and the plant had entered the transition phase.

Light intensity increased to around 80%, and the fixture had to be raised more often as growth accelerated. Temperatures reached around 86 °F, which started to drive water demand more noticeably.

Watering shifted to deeper applications every few days, with around 85 fl oz per plant. The pot dried faster because of the heat and the plant's size. Feeding increased slightly with CalMag, bloom nutrients, and a PK booster. The plant was now balancing structural growth with early flower development. At this stage of the NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow guide, demand increased across the board.

Week 4 Flowering: The Stretch Begins and Height Becomes a Problem

Week four was the first full flowering week, and it was the point where NYC Sour D took over the tent. The plant stretched aggressively, reaching around 38 in. The structure turned tall and open, with wider spacing toward the top. Bud sites appeared across the plant, visible through the lighter green growth around the forming flowers.

Light defoliation and lower cleanup were carried out to improve airflow and make watering easier. Leaves stayed dark green and healthy, with no signs of deficiency.

Watering increased to every two to three days at around 85 fl oz per plant. Temperatures hovered around 86 °F, humidity stayed around 50–55%, and ventilation was running at full power. Feeding continued with CalMag, bloom nutrients, and PK support. The light was now at full power and raised to its maximum height.

This stage in the NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow journal was where admiration for the plant's vigor started mixing with frustration over the space limits.

Week 5 Flowering: Stretch Continues and Photos Move Outside the Tent

By week five, the plant reached around 47 in and was nearly touching the light. At that point, photographing inside the tent became impractical, so photos started happening outside instead. Growth kept pushing upward, and bud sites expanded across the canopy. Flowers were forming steadily, though they were not fully dense yet.

The plant stayed healthy, with strong color and no major deficiencies. Lower growth had already been cleaned up, so only minimal leaf removal was needed.

Temperatures climbed to around 88 °F, and humidity sometimes reached 60%. Water demand increased sharply. The plant needed watering every other day at around 85 fl oz per plant. Feeding stayed stable, with the focus on maintaining balance rather than pushing harder. This stage highlighted the strain's thirst and vigor in this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow report.

Week 6 Flowering: Buds Firm Up as Vertical Growth Slows

Stretch slowed, with final height reaching around 48 in. Buds began to firm up and showed early resin development. They were not large yet, but they already felt dense and promising. Watering remained frequent, with total volume increasing across the tent. Heat stayed above 86 °F at times, and airflow became critical to prevent moisture buildup.

Nutrients stayed consistent. This stage was about maintaining conditions and protecting flower development rather than making major changes.

Week 7 Flowering: Resin Builds and Support Becomes Necessary

By week seven, buds were dense, sticky, and well distributed. Resin production increased noticeably. The main cola sat too close to the light, causing mild stress and some leaf paling. Lower sections stayed healthy.

Branches began to bend under the weight, so support was added. Watering stayed consistent at around 101 fl oz per plant every two days. Temperatures remained high but stable, and humidity stayed manageable. This stage showed both strong production and the limits of the setup.

Week 8 Flowering: Milky Trichomes Signal the Finish Line

Trichomes began turning milky, signaling that harvest was getting close. Buds were compact, aromatic, and heavily resinous. The top cola stayed slightly less mature because of its position under the light.

Watering continued at the same rate, but feeding was phased out. Conditions improved slightly, with humidity around 45%. At this stage of the NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow guide, the focus shifted from growth to preservation.

Week 9 Flowering and Harvest Decision: Final Checks and Chop Day

By the final week, trichomes were mostly cloudy, confirming readiness. The plant was tall, with dense flowers and some light stress at the top. The feed was switched to water only, allowing the plant to use what remained in the medium.

Water was applied lightly before harvest to reduce excess moisture during drying. The harvest decision was based on trichome maturity rather than appearance alone. That completed the NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow report lifecycle.

Drying, Trimming, and Curing

The plant was dried whole for around 17 days in the tent. With the lights off, temperatures dropped and humidity stabilized, which created better drying conditions. After drying, the buds were trimmed and moved into jars. Controlled curing preserved flavor and texture.

Final Results: Height, Lifecycle, Yield, and Overall Performance

The full cycle took around 70 days from seed. Germination took about 5 days, vegetation lasted 3 weeks, and flowering ran for 6 weeks. Final height reached 48 in. Yield came in at 3.5 oz from a single plant, making it the most productive plant in the grow. Despite the heat and limited space, the plant performed well. This NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow report shows just how resilient and productive she can be.

Genetic Attributes and History of NYC Sour Diesel Auto

NYC Sour Diesel Auto combines NY Diesel with Sour Diesel Auto, bringing two well-known diesel lines together in a fast autoflowering format. As part of the Tyson 2.0 collaboration, the aim was clearly to deliver something quick, energetic, and hard-hitting without losing that classic gassy edge.

In this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow diary, those genetics showed up clearly in the way the plant behaved. She started out steady, almost cautious, then shifted quickly into aggressive vertical growth and fast flowering. That sativa-dominant background helps explain both the stretch and the resilience shown under heat, making her far more capable than her early pace suggested.

Flavor and Effects of NYC Sour Diesel Auto

The final profile was strongly diesel-forward, backed by sharp sour citrus and a clear lime edge that came through even more after curing. The aroma stayed punchy and recognizable, matching what showed up during late flower as resin production ramped up. The effects came on quickly, delivering a burst of euphoria and creative thinking before settling into lighter physical relaxation.

The effect felt mentally active rather than heavy, which made it a good fit for daytime use, especially when focused tasks were on the agenda. In this NYC Sour Diesel Auto grow report, the experience lined up well with expectations, with only mild dry mouth standing out as a minor drawback.

Grower’s Verdict on NYC Sour Diesel Auto

This plant outperformed expectations despite difficult conditions. It started slowly, but ended up as the tallest and most productive plant in the tent. It handled heat well, produced dense, resinous flowers, and delivered a strong effect profile. It is easy to recommend to growers who are prepared for stretch and want a vigorous auto.