Auto Gorilla Glue vs Northern Lights: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Auto Gorilla Glue (Hybrid) and Northern Lights (Indica) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 18-24% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Relaxed, Euphoric, Happy
Easy to grow
THC: 16-21% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy
Easy to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Auto Gorilla Glue | Northern Lights |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hybrid | Indica |
| THC Range | 18-24% | 16-21% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.2% | 0.1-0.3% |
| Effects | Relaxed, Euphoric, Happy, Sleepy, Hungry | Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry |
| Flavors | Earthy, Pine, Diesel, Sour, Chocolate | Earthy, Pine, Sweet, Spicy |
| Terpenes | Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Limonene | Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene |
| Medical Uses | Pain, Stress, Insomnia, Depression, Appetite Loss | Insomnia, Pain, Stress, Anxiety, Appetite Loss |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Flowering Time | 8-10 weeks | 7-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 400-500g/m² | 450-550g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 150-250g/plant | 550-650g/plant |
| Height | Medium (3-5 ft) | Short (< 3 ft) |
| Genetics | Gorilla Glue #4 x Ruderalis | Afghani x Thai |
| Breeder | Multiple (FastBuds, others) | Sensi Seeds (originally developed on the US West Coast) |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Auto Gorilla Glue
Unique to Northern Lights
Growing Comparison
Auto Gorilla Glue
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-10 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 150-250g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
Northern Lights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 7-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 450-550g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 550-650g/plant
- Height
- Short (< 3 ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, Auto Gorilla Glue edges ahead with THC levels up to 24% compared to Northern Lights's 21%. For evening relaxation and sleep, Northern Lights (Indica) is the better pick, while Auto Gorilla Glue (Hybrid) is better suited for a balanced experience. Both strains can help with pain, stress, insomnia, so either is a solid choice if those are your primary concerns. Ultimately, the best strain depends on your personal preferences, tolerance, and intended use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Auto Gorilla Glue or Northern Lights stronger?▾
Auto Gorilla Glue has a THC range of 18-24%, while Northern Lights ranges from 16-21% THC. Auto Gorilla Glue is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Auto Gorilla Glue or Northern Lights?▾
Auto Gorilla Glue is rated easy to grow, while Northern Lights is rated easy. Both strains have similar grow difficulty. Auto Gorilla Glue flowers in 8-10 weeks and Northern Lights in 7-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Auto Gorilla Glue and Northern Lights?▾
Auto Gorilla Glue is a hybrid strain while Northern Lights is a indica. Auto Gorilla Glue is known for relaxed, euphoric, happy effects with earthy and pine flavors. Northern Lights offers relaxed, sleepy, happy effects with earthy and pine flavors.
Can Auto Gorilla Glue and Northern Lights be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Auto Gorilla Glue is used for pain, stress, insomnia, depression, appetite loss, while Northern Lights is used for insomnia, pain, stress, anxiety, appetite loss. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Auto Gorilla Glue or Northern Lights?▾
Indoors, Auto Gorilla Glue yields approximately 400-500g/m² while Northern Lights yields 450-550g/m². Outdoors, Auto Gorilla Glue produces around 150-250g/plant and Northern Lights around 550-650g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.