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when do I start LST?
Rich_Kolas
started grow question 5y ago
At what stage of growth should you begin low-stress training?
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JaramnieJazz
answered grow question 5y ago
give her about 10-14 days until she has 3-5 leaf paars
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DawgHaus
answered grow question 5y ago
Wait until you’ve 3-5 node and you know you’ve got a good root system. Stronger your roots, quicker the recovery. Good luck bro 💪
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420Highlifecouple
answered grow question 5y ago
No point with me saying 3 nodes as has everyone else.i agree with the majority.3-5
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KushReloaded
answered grow question 5y ago
You should start lst when the plant has 3 to 4 nodes if about don’t lst a overwatered/underwatered plant you want to train healthy plant especially autos can set them back happy growing
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Y0ink
answered grow question 5y ago
you can wait till 3/5 nodes or you can try to rotate your pot rn,let the plant grow,and then turn it back 😉👌🏽
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Tubington9
answered grow question 5y ago
Wait until you have about 3-5 nodes, and a good 6” of height. Too early and you may uproot them.
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Hashy
answered grow question 5y ago
Wait for a few sets of nodes before you start. Your a good 2 week away really.
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