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Flowering is good. I'm contraplating on cutti...
Rich4622
started grow question 5y ago
Flowering is good. I'm contraplating on cutting the lower small flowers to help give better growth to the tops? Any advice?
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Pagus
answered grow question 5y ago
Yep, cut them back to help your main colas.
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Hydro_Hiebs
answered grow question 5y ago
Yes! This is a common practice some people call lollipopping. The big top cola's will thank you ☺️
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ChitownCannaChica
answered grow question 5y ago
Do it! I cut all the “suckers” off! I want big fat buds and the plant to spend it’s energy on them. Get good sharp shears and clean them with alcohol. Cut away! ✌️🏻💚💨🌿
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