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topping
Speeler
started grow question 6y ago
Hi guys,best time to cut the top, is after I feed my plans ? Or cutting and then feed then? Thanks
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Techniques. Topping
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The8thChevron
answered grow question 6y ago
As long as they happen around the same time, the order doesn't matter much. Plants recover better in the dark so do it before lights out. Otherwise, you're good to go!
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DonaldTrump
answered grow question 6y ago
Top before lights out. Then give a light feeding of Epsom salts 100ppm.
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