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autos growing too tall?

Greenhousegrowstarted grow question 5 years ago

First time grower, 5 plants (autos) just over 5 weeks from germination in greenhouse (50-60cm in height), wondering if they are growing too tall and if it is too late to either top or carry out some low stress training at this stage? Any other advice welcome. Thank you all

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Fusionanswered grow question 5 years ago

Hi friend , sadly it's too late. Once see the hair's cant top anymore without stressing her. Can try a bit of LST and bend/ tie the top to the pot.

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