Organomananswered grow question 10 months ago 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.