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Cpt_Gregorovichstarted grow question 6y ago

how much defoliation should I be doing at this point?

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DILLIGAFanswered grow question 6y ago

@Cpt_Gregorovich Hello mate contrary to popular opinion Air flow around the eventual buds is way more important than light penetration So I would remove a heap of the larger fan leaves thus allowing more air to get in and around the buds as they grow. Do it now so as not to stress or set your ladies back too much Hope I helped answer this question and Happy growing 👍

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Cannibalgardensanswered grow question 6y ago

Dam brother nice looking plants beautiful anyways ,I would only take off what is essentially taking light from a big hug that could use said light .so fan leaves that cover to much or even try tucking leaves a bit too... That being said they are nice good luck .. cheers from Canada..

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