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Jimsbuds
started grow question 6y ago
Upon the start of week six, I have noticed some bud sites... Is it ok to trim off the huge fan leaves to allow more light to get through?
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Week 6
Techniques. Defoliation
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OutForReal
answered grow question 6y ago
Yes a long as you’re not stripping her down. If the stems are still flexible enough you could consider LST. But be aware that some plants could not react positively to the stress and it could delay the harvest
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MrMunchies
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6y ago
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I bought some LST clips and used them on my plants. It's my first time doing LST so is this gonna do the job? Would Defoliation make sense? If yes which leaves do I take off?
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Week 6
Techniques. Defoliation
7y ago
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Week 5
Techniques. Defoliation
7y ago
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RJP17
Is it time for light defoliation?
These plants are all 4 almost 5 weeks since seed. Top leaves on the large one at the back are shadowing those beneath it. A couple leaves at the bottom are extremely limp due to not receiving enough light. Is it time for a light defoliation? How do I distinguish which leaves?
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5y ago
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Trevor
My plants are about 5 days old and they look fairly healthy. Would the following food be to strong for feeding from now? NPK = 19:8:16. Thanks
Week 1
Techniques. Defoliation
7y ago
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IrishGrows
Defoliation During Flower
From the given data and pictures in the diary would it be acceptable to remove the large fan leaves to let the lower bud thicken up?
Week 3
Techniques. Defoliation
5y ago
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Gteh420
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Week 7
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7y ago
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Week 10
Techniques. Defoliation
7y ago
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HecticJardin
Defoliation and are they doing well?
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Week 5
Techniques. Defoliation
5y ago
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THC_Hazeman
Cut lower leaves?
Hey buddies, since the start of this week, I've seen some lower foliage turning yellow. Should I cut them?
Week 4
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Techniques. Defoliation
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Week 2
Techniques. Defoliation
7y ago
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HazeyBobby
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Week 10
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