Yes, nitrogen toxicity.
You should be getting run off every time you irrigate, it helps prevent nutrient salts building up in the substrate ans causing burning.
Having a diary helps immensely when it comes to questions and answers.
Are ou growing in soil??
If so, a schedule of plain water/plain water/feed/plain water/plain water/feed works well and certainly do not feed every time you water.
I would advise strongly against any sort of defoliation, there is absolutely no need to do so, especially on a plant this size.
Bushy is good.........
More leaves = more energy being made = more growth!
Buds need the leaves to make the energy that they need to grow.