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LST- testing- am i doing it right?
GROWINGDREAMS
started grow question 5y ago
i'm doing lst to train, i would like to know if i'm doing it right or something is wrong with him, whoever can give me tips i am very grateful
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Week 3
Techniques. LST
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ChitownCannaChica
answered grow question 5y ago
They look a little small for LST still. Just let them open up a bit. Personally, LST is not for me! Good luck. โ๏ธ๐ป๐๐ฟ๐จ
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Breadboard_Johnson
answered grow question 5y ago
I tie my string to paper clips which i bend open and hook on the branches I want to strain. Made my life a lot easier than tying and untying string to branches. Give it a try!
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TheUk420Show
answered grow question 5y ago
Looks fine to me pal good job :) keep up the great work grow your dreams :)
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