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FIM or Apex ?
Rookie13
started grow question 6y ago
in your opinion, should I use Fim or cut the apex directly ?
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Week 3
Techniques. FIMing
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CRiSPrGrow
answered grow question 6y ago
it's actually already a bit late to do the topping for an auto, usually you want to clip it a bit early like in week 2, i would suggest simple pinching or a FIM if you want to promote latteral growth. Hope this helps ! 🚀
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occultgreen420
answered grow question 6y ago
FIM it, it's an auto, less is more, continue with LST and defoliation! looking great!!
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