Interesting. I thought they were taxing the energy so I have been cutting them off when the new leaves were big enough to do photosynthesis. I'll leave them on longer going forward. I'd love to hear more opinions on this. It is an area I am unsure of and obviously want to do it the best way...
Yes the bondage is just while they make the 8 mains. then I'll let them go.
I am also surprised at the lack of comments. I am hoping for some constructive comments I can learn from. I doubt I am doing everything right. It would be nice to get some feedback from the experts here.
Mar 18
Muriel – Removed Fan Leaves
Vivienne & Doris – Topped at First new node
Mavis – Cut second Main at First new node
Marjorie, Vera – not ready yet to be topped
Until next time :-)
I have been wondering if perhaps I am cutting the tops off too soon. Should I be waiting for another node, or for the new mains to grow out a bit more? I have been thinking it should put the energy into the new mains so I have been cutting them as soon as they are developed enough to be cut. Not...