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To top or not to top? That is the question
Big_Buds_Good_89
started grow question 3y ago
What's up ya'll? Just wondering if it's still too early to top or naw? Thanks for the knowledge gromies!
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Techniques. Topping
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DutchDoobie
answered grow question 3y ago
No wait till the plant has 5 nodes before you top! At this time the plant is stronger and will recover a lot faster aswell.
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