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When growing autos indoors in soil, what is the be...

JasbadSirronstarted grow question 7y ago

When growing autos indoors in soil, what is the best time to top them to prevent them growing too tall for your tent?

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Stickanswered grow question 7y ago

Hi @JasbadSirron! I usually top autos at the 3rd node, once the 4th node has fully developed. This makes me remove a part of the plant, but recovering is faster when the lower parts has true leaves / has already developed new growth. Keep us up-to-date and happy growing 👊

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OutForRealanswered grow question 7y ago

Hello ! Just like athos told you the best moment is after the 4th node (3rd or less for main-lining) . The supercroping is a better technique as the plant can recover faster from the stress than with a simple toping that will slow her down a bit & it will allow you to controle height better ! Hope it will help you 😁👍

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Athosanswered grow question 7y ago

After the 4th node, removing the 5th (or most of it, if you are FIMing). In my last diary I FIMed an auto. In your case, I would use supercroping if you are having height problems

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