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Smokin_Joestarted grow question 6y ago

Sorry - Another topping / training question: When is the best time to "Top" your plants in regards to time of the day, e.g. morning/midday/night in terms of light schedule? In short: do you cuts your plants when the lights come on, before they go off, or somewhere in between?

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Fruitgroweranswered grow question 6y ago

I don't think it makes a difference really. Whatever time is most suitable for yourself. For me it is in the morning before lights go off or sometimes in the evening when the just come on. What I will say though, is make sure she's well fed and healthy looking before doing and most strains bounce back very, very quickly. 👍🌱

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TimTheTerpMananswered grow question 6y ago

I find they responded best when done right before the lights came on. Gives them a full day of energy gathering to help repair it's dmg. They seem to bounce back quickest IMO. Happy growing!!

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NobodysBudsanswered grow question 6y ago

i don't think it matters much, but i like to do stuff so it can soak up energy to heal. Make sure it's hydrated etc.. harvest is when you want to cut at a certain time -- before lights come on.. turn off the timer the night before so you can sleep in.

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