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Fan leave removal

dochasestarted grow question 3 years ago

When do I remove the fan leaves? They are blocking the buds now.

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m0useanswered grow question 3 years ago

Could always try tucking them under the bud sites, if they are blocking light and air flow could remove some but only the big ones. Hard to tell with out a diary or photos. Best to just tuck. Good Luck!

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GrowCNanswered grow question 3 years ago

In general I do not remove fan leaves or defoliate. First try tucking the leaves under so they don't shade bud sites.

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