Topping time

Keeps everything pinch Just the top

You waited way too long to top where you marked. When you top, it should be the top of the plant, not the middle. If you are planning to clone what you cut off, then it's maybe useful, but otherwise you wasted a lot of time growing a big portion of plant for no reason. Top as soon as you can when the plant gets to the node you want. Right now I would top way higher (2 or 3 nodes up from where you marked) and let the lower branches come up. Timing is key to keep your grow efficient.

I think you should have topped a week or so ago. you will be removing two nodes and a growth tip if you top where you have it marked in the image. The plant could have been topped when it was just the growth node at that point vs now its loosening a lot of growth. It will bounce back but just some wasted time.

I'd top them now. I'd have topped them days ago.

Ja sind sie, ich toppe meine sogar noch früher, so ab dem Tag 14 bis 17 und warte dann so 3 Tage damit sie sich erohlen und beginne mit dem LST. Schaub dir Gerne meine Tagebücher von den Indoor grows an dort kannst du sehen wie ich es mache,deine sehen gesund aus und sind mehr als bereit für das toppen. Viel Erfolg

Hey Growmie! 👋 Your plan is looking good overall — but from what I can see, you're actually pointing at the 2nd node, not the 3rd. Personally, I'd recommend topping one node higher, above the 3rd node. That gives you a stronger base and better side growth to work with later. 👌 Also: After topping, give your plant 2–3 days to recover before starting any LST. Let her build back some strength first, then you can train her with way less stress. 🌿 You're on the right track — she's looking healthy and you're planning ahead. Love to see it! Keep it green & good luck! 🍀🔥