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Too early for defoliation/topping?

Screwiestarted grow question 4y ago

Im a beginner on 2nd grow however i have 4 plants. I want to try different things. On 2 of my GSC I've started LST. On the other GSC do you think i can get rid of the the big fan leaves at this stage or is it too early? On the Jack Herrer, (3) is it too small for topping?

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Organomananswered grow question 4y ago

I would strongly advise against any leaf removal, it is not needed! Defoliation just reduces your plants capacity to produce energy, slowing and possibly stunting growth. I like to have 8-12 nodes before topping any plant. Hope this helps,........ Organoman.

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