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Defoliation needed? will it hurt the plant? newbie here
MarcoCasanova00started grow question 8 months ago
Defoliation needed? will it hurt the plant? newbie here
should I even lollipop it?
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Dabkinganswered grow question 7 months ago
Hey, If you scroll through some of my diaries I've experimented around a LOT. From all types of methods and techniques. If you are going to defoliate, especially in early/mid flower as shown in the photo, then you want to trim the fan leaves ONLY. (Also look at the fan leaf stem, if it's green, do NOT cut that fan leaf).
No need to go Edward sciscor hands. Just trim the fan leaves that are casting a shadow or preventing light from reaching any good buds you desire below.
Now if you just want to leave it fine, your plant will have less stress and you mitigate a risk of a plant herming.
I won't say it's a bad thing, as it teaches growers first hand and experience they won't forget and how to avoid it.
Other than that, have fun and experiment around. May I recommend Dr bugbee or harley smith (YouTube). Happy growing
001100010010011110answered grow question 7 months ago
No need.
Defoliation is often overdone in the community. Read the "to defoliate or not..." on cocoforcannibis website. You should have a specific reason relating to causality before removing a leaf. Don't just do it whimsically.
Even shielded leaves are value-added to the plant. Those large leaves at the bottom should not be removed unless you have a very good reason to do so. Despite common beleifs, removing leaves does not refocus efforts on flower.. it'll make the damn plant want to grow more leaves, lol.
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LSchnabelanswered grow question 8 months ago
My honest opinion is it looks just fine as it is right now. You’re not looking super dense with foliage. You should get proper airflow throughout the plant.
However, if you do have a bunch of extra fan leaves at the bottom of the plant receiving little to no light, you can remove them. This should help direct more energy to the top of the plant resulting in bigger yields.
I hope this helps.
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m0useanswered grow question 8 months ago
Not needed, your plant is not that density grown "a good thing" and airflow looks like it can pass though their easy enough.
If you where to defoliate it would slow down its growth and given its in flower that is not ideal. taking away from your own yields.
Good Luck!
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