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Best time to top young plant?

Cannabis_carlitosstarted grow question 2 years ago

Hey there, When would be the best time to top my plant to promote that new branch growth? I've seen and heard many different opinions on this so some clarity would help. Thank you in advance

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GrowingGrannieanswered grow question 2 years ago

You want to have at bare minimum 4 nodes before you contemplate topping a photoperiod (and don't EVER contemplate topping an autoflower!). General rule of thumb is when the plant has 4-6 nodes. Good luck!

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Robertsanswered grow question 2 years ago

I top after the third node. So I also remove the 1st node branches, then cut off after 3rd. So I have 4 branches in end. Then lst them out making a big plus sign.

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Chow_13answered grow question 2 years ago

I agree with granny. 4 nodes is the general consensus. you can top earlier it just takes longer to recover. Good luck and happy growing

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