Bend them if you want a bigger yields. The not bending autos is a myth. When I bend them and I keep my grow conditions right I get 3 to 6 ounces off a auto. The more horizontal the better. If you need more information send me a message. Good luck and happy growing 🌲🌲🌲👊
I dont find them bushy at all. Not meaning anything bad by that... just saying I would not remove leaves on them. Only prune with a purpose. Dont just remove leaves without a justified reason. As they are the photosynthesis machines powering your plants.