2nd time grower needs advice

[WilliamJBud]

Hello friends. Was wondering if anyone could look at my crown royals. They are in there 42nd day of flower of what’s supposed to be a 9 week flower period. They are in coco and kind. Under a 650w and 1000w led in 4x4x7 tent. Both lights are 18 inches above tallest plant although there is about a 5 inch difference. The smallest is only 14 inches tall but it is like a shrub. It’s always been the runt but it looks like I will get some nice smoke out of it. There are flowers that are covered by leaves but I don’t want to trim it too much. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. View attachment 1843262

 

[Cannbidoscar]

Looks pretty solid, most LEDs can be lowered to 12" without issue in flower, but check your manufacturers instructions. Other than the optional defoliation options you look all set. You could try using one light for the tall plants and one for the shorties.

 

[WilliamJBud]

Thanks. They said 24 inches which I knew was too high from all the info I learned here

 

[DaddyKush]

The recommended distance from light to canopy from the manufacturer is typically based only on coverage area, which means an LED light can usually be much closer. Use your own discretion.

You can safely remove any leaves at this point that are starting to yellow or otherwise look unhealthy. I wouldn't say you need to do any major defoliation there, just take a few to help with light penetration.

 

[Cannbidoscar]

Thanks. They said 24 inches which I knew was too high from all the info I learned here

I'd decrease the distance over a few days just to keep it from stressing and I agree with @DaddyKush with trimming a few leaves if you want to. I trimmed a few over the past few days in late flower and my buds started swelling instantly.

 

[WilliamJBud]

Thanks guys. My lights have been at 18 inches all of the flower period.

 

[DaddyKush]

Thanks guys. My lights have been at 18 inches all of the flower period.

Mine's at about 7 inches. It all depends on how much heat the light produces. Lower it and then place your hand at canopy level for about 20 seconds. If your hand doesn't get too hot, the plants shouldn't be in any danger.

 

[WilliamJBud]

Thanks. Will lower them before they go night night after I check the heat they’re putting out