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Clones: trim the leaves horizontal or no?

Cannabingrowin
Cannabingrowinstarted grow question 3 years ago
When you cut a potential clone from the mother. I usually try to have at least 3 nodes, but when the nodes are alternating (why do they alternate sometimes?) VS two leaves stemming on each side of the main stem in a symmetrical style? I also cut the bottom in a diagonal way why?
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gREEn7o0
gREEn7o0answered grow question 3 years ago
In my experience most symmetrical plants come from seed or from main stem clone. Once you start cutting from side branches you will tend to have asymmetrical or alternating growth. I'm not certain but I believe the purpose of diagonal cutting is to maximize surface area for the clone to uptake water and for the area to grow new roots from.
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