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FIM
Magic43562
started grow question 6y ago
How many nodes are recommended before I start to FIM? And how often should I FIM?
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Techniques. FIMing
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NobodysBuds
answered grow question 6y ago
Wait for a healthy plant. 6+ nodes is generally safe and tends to work better if the axillary growth is begun at least initially, as oppose to little immature nubs. The beginnings of leaves at those nodes will help greatly.
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Fusion
answered grow question 6y ago
FIM is just like topping so I'd say soon as see the true leaves start. Not sure how often but topping it's every 3rd.
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