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When to Defoliate 4 Week Autos

lyteshostarted grow question 3 years ago

When should I start defoliation/leaf thinning? My Tangerine Dream and Glue Gelato are getting a lil gnarly. Also want even light to the bottom of the plants. On week 4 day 3 naps with my 4 autos. Don’t want to stress, but I do want even looking plants. Thanks!

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m0useanswered grow question 3 years ago

I would use leaf tucking and LST vs defoliation at this point. The plant needs to get a bit bigger before that would be a really good option. PS link your diary to your questions so people can see what you go going on. Good Luck and Happy Growing!

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90sStoneranswered grow question 3 years ago

I waited until the 2nd week in flower for mine. I wouldn’t worry about yours until u go into flower. All the leafs are great solar panels, and only did mine because they got so bushy

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hades21answered grow question 3 years ago

la raspuesta correcta es no hacerlo nunca con las autos!

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AsNoriuanswered grow question 3 years ago

Never !!! While she is so small no need, you just will grow yourself a midget. Look at my Seedsman running auto diary, I took leaves, but compare size ... I am huge fan of defoliation, but you need to apply it when you REALLY NEED it. It's not some mysterious highway to huge harvest. All the Best !

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