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LST - am I doing it right?
PenguHBstarted grow question 3 years ago
I figured I could try training my plant by LST and since I am very new to this and generally don't want to kill my ladies could you please comment on the way I have done it? Plants held with plastic coated paper clips, because I am lazy but creative :) Also is it safe?
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GrowCNanswered grow question 3 years ago
Do not worry. You can not kill your plant with LST. That's why they call it "low stress" since it is easy on the plant. And... your ladies are looking good.
I usually try to tie the lower part of the stem to be vertical and bend it horizontally above the first or second node. This leaves the 1st & 2nd nodes to be pulled to the open side of your pot and away from the main part of the plant. Then I start tying longer branches down so they grow horizontally. I want to get the plant spread out and all the branch ends at the same height. Then when they flower and stretch the bulk of my training begins, making sure to give good light and air to each bud site.
PenguHBanswered grow question 3 years ago
Thank you for your comments. I'll keep in mind to watch what's happening to stems so that the clips don't damage them. And I will definitely try to do it in a more controlled way next time so that the bottom of the stem will stay vertical, perhaps I could get some 90 degree plastic clips (didn't even realise those existed).
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MrStinkyanswered grow question 3 years ago
Those paperclips are very thin and might cut into the branches as they develop, the branches are strong and if you have great explosive growth they may do a bit of damage - order some rubber coated garden wire it's like
I have 2 plants in a 2x2 and they are too big for it already at day 36 and they are LST'd
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BostonGirlGrowsanswered grow question 3 years ago
Looks good so far! Give her a few days so start reaching for the light then make adjustments as needed.
I started just like this ( but using plastic bends) on my magnum auto- should be harvesting In A few weeks- but this will definitely open her up to light penetration and keep your buds growing strong 💪 🌱
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