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Defoliation of popcorn cones from the bottom

OGSesh
OGSeshstarted grow question 3 years ago
Hi. Do I need to trim the little buds at the bottom that are not receiving light? Thanks!
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Techniques. Defoliation
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Papa_T
Papa_Tanswered grow question 3 years ago
It doesn’t hurt to remove small growth nest the bottom. Like we know it’s going to be kinda larfy bud anyway. It’s also stealing resources from the rest of the plant. This technique is lollipopping plus it opens up the bottom of the canopy for good airflow so it’s beneficial. But in moderation don’t want to stress her too much. Good luck friend!
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MrStinky
MrStinkyanswered grow question 3 years ago
Yep, just like the guys said - give her a clean up aroubd the ankles - it will improve airflow and prevent the plant trying to invest energy into develop rubbish lil buds that will never really get there - keep what you trim in the freezer and when you have built up a nice pile you can use it for making oils etc.
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MrNObody_Grows
MrNObody_Growsanswered grow question 3 years ago
Yes trim all the lower sites. This is called lollipopping and it’s proved beneficial. I usually leave the upper 3-4 notes on per branch depending on light penetration.
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BraveheartGenetics
BraveheartGeneticsanswered grow question 3 years ago
Its a good idea to do this. It increases air flow and stops the wasting of nutrients on buds that won't be 100% mature when harvested. Plant is looking awesome though, keep up the green work. Good luck and happy growing
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