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After topping, do you reduce nutrients in DWC?
Echo_Base
started grow question 5y ago
I would think so right? Although the root system should handle an increase? Thoughts
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Hashy
answered grow question 5y ago
I leave it as is. Doesn't seem to do any adverse effects. I just treat them as normal.
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Hempy_The_Kid
answered grow question 5y ago
I keep mine the same.
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