- I've decided to "Main Line" train these plants bc I've never tried it before (always want to try something new just to experiment)
- last week the plants were topped to the 3rd node and growth tips removed from the 1st & 2nd node of the main stalk
- when the new growth tips on the 3rd node grew out themselves to the 4th node on each side the plants were topped again but removing just above the 3rd node on each side
- the growth tips from the second node were also removed on each branch so that the 2 growth tips on the 1st and 3rd node on each side are preserved
- these nodes will create my 8 new tops (4 on each side)
- LST was used to tie down the branches on each side, I'm trying to get these as flat and even as possible so the hormones distribute evenly and create 8 equally sized colas
- I'm planning on also using a trellis netting for this grow but I can't incorporate it until the first week of flower since I use one tent with a veg side and a flowering side and already have plants occupying the flower side
- this is less than ideal but I figure I can just veg them for an extra week or so once I switch them over and work in the trellis netting
Do you notice any difference with your 11 hours on light cycle or does it all seem about the same? Looks so amazing and I cant wait to see more in the future! Happy growing cheers!
@HAPPY91, I honestly couldn't tell you with certainty that there is a difference until I take clones and run the same plants with the same set up and everything under 12/12.. Planning on doing that at some point. The plants are looking nice though so I'm not sure if I could attribute that to the light cycle or not.
Amazing yield and super frosty looking buds Tony. Sorry you didn't get that flavor and correct genetics that you were hoping to get. Always great checking your grows. Can't wait to see what your bringing up next. Good luck stay safe happy growing cheers!!!!! Thanks for the notes about flowering stage since i'm there now to.
Looking amazing ! Browsing through so many diaries and really enjoy checking your out. Been using some of your tips and tricks thanks. Happy growing Cheers!
@HAPPY91, hey and thanks for the kind words. Still learning a lot! Hoping to get into organic super soil next and then maybe some kind of aquaponics set up down the line. Either way I appreciate the love!
@Dean1, I don't have much experience with this particular strain but I would say they are naturally shorter plants. That being said I would say for sure I've done something to stunt them a little, especially the second pheno. She was always a slow grower from the time I popped the seeds and was always just a little behind and smaller. I also think that main lining in these pots was a mistake due to the fact that they are taller and more narrow than the fabric pots and didn't give the plants enough room to expand horizontally. If I grow this strain out again I would try to spread the branches out more so the colas could expand or just let it grow naturally and top maybe once, if that.
@Bushbaby808, Haha thanks mate! I originally wanted to use a trellis net but I don't think it would be wise since I am manifolding the plants.. Next time I grow I'll top once or twice and let them grow into the net.
Honestly, I think mainline has served you well, I donโt cut any leaves off from start to finish but I do try to remove lower bud sites 2-3 weeks after flip as plants tend to make more flowering sites than they can support ๐ really, beautiful plants, you should be proud ๐