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Gr8tfulDadstarted grow question 5y ago
Need some help should i top these or just leave them be.
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Darkside419answered grow question 5y ago
I would wait until she has at 5-6 nodes before topping. Then top down to the third node. Top them again once the two new tops have have enough new growth. Top each cola until you have 8 main ones
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