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Can I continue to tie down LST'd stem to horizontal or is there increased risk of breakage?

Ananas_Comosusstarted grow question 4y ago

I tied down seedling plants 24hrs ago and they have straightened out much more quickly than I thought. My plan was to have the tied down stem elongate past the rim of the pot then allow it to grow vertical. Can I continue to straighten the stem 😄 or are they set like Jello? 😔

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TheReefineryanswered grow question 4y ago

She should be fine as long as you check on her daily and keep her tied down as she goes 👍

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Papa_Tanswered grow question 4y ago

Just keep adding some staples to keep holding it down as it keeps growing. You’ll eventually make it to the edge of the pot. May take 3-4 staples along the way. Cheers 🤙

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