Starting this strain over. This one is already off to a better start than the last one. I don't know if it was because the last seed was placed in the directly peat moss vs. a peat disc. I've placed a comparison photo to show what I mean.
@kette420, it has handled the defoliation just fine. There was no obvious slow down in growth. As long as you don't go crazy on the defoliation it should be fine. I'll check out your post and see if I can give you any suggestions.