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When I start LST how long should I keep the plant tied down vs. lettin her get some stretch in?
Rayshian
started grow question 6y ago
When I start LST how long should I keep the plant tied down vs. lettin her get some stretch in?
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Crawlndog
answered grow question 6y ago
When I tie down, It usually stays until the last week before harvest... they will still stretch... Happy Growing!😁
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