TEC 9 by Ultra Genetics
TEC 9, from breeder Ultra Genetics, is an indica-leaning strain descended from Northern Lights Nr9 × AK Confidential. Indoors it typically finishes flowering in around 60 days after the flip to 12/12. The environment targets below are the same stage-by-stage bands the Cultivar journal grades real TEC 9 grows against.
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| Breeder | Ultra Genetics |
|---|---|
| Type | indica/sativa |
| Flowering time | ±60 days |
| Environment | Outdoors |
| Lineage | Northern Lights Nr9 × AK Confidential |
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Growing TEC 9: what to expect
As an indica-leaning plant, expect a modest stretch after the flip (roughly 50–100%) and dense bud structure — which makes late-flower humidity discipline the main risk: keep RH in the 40s once buds fatten to stay ahead of mold. Growers familiar with Northern Lights Nr9 or AK Confidential will recognize much of its behavior. Whatever the listing says, the cut in YOUR tent is the ground truth: log feedings, readings, and photos, and let the trends — not the label — drive decisions.
TEC 9 FAQ
How long does TEC 9 take to flower?
TEC 9 typically flowers in around 60 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is TEC 9 an indica or a sativa?
TEC 9 is listed as indica/sativa.
What are the parents of TEC 9?
TEC 9 was bred from Northern Lights Nr9 × AK Confidential by Ultra Genetics.
What environment does TEC 9 like?
Standard cannabis bands work well: VPD 0.8–1.1 kPa in veg and 1.0–1.4 kPa in flower, with humidity stepping down from 65–75% as a seedling to 40–50% in late flower. See the stage-by-stage table on this page.
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