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Harry Red · 06-26-2008, 06:41 PM

Well, I've read so many differing opinions, my head is spinning.

I'm vegging under one high output 400w MH and I have no space issues. I have 6 good plants, grown from seed, and I'm hoping to get 3-4 females.

Anyway, some say that topping will not increase the yield and may stunt the plans. Others say that it does produce more yield. Some saw it's a wash because the main cola will be larger.

My plants are getting ready to form node 4th or 5th nodes. See grow here. Considering my light source (with no space limitations other than an 8ft ceiling and light coverage), should I top these plants? Perhaps, just after the 5th node? Or, should I let them go and focus on 4 main colas.

Decisions, decisions. :)

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

06-26-2008, 06:41 PM	#1
Harry Red Plant of the Month Winner Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Trichsville Posts: 728	To Top or Not to Top? That is the question. Well, I've read so many differing opinions, my head is spinning. I'm vegging under one high output 400w MH and I have no space issues. I have 6 good plants, grown from seed, and I'm hoping to get 3-4 females. Anyway, some say that topping will not increase the yield and may stunt the plans. Others say that it does produce more yield. Some saw it's a wash because the main cola will be larger. My plants are getting ready to form node 4th or 5th nodes. See grow here. Considering my light source (with no space limitations other than an 8ft ceiling and light coverage), should I top these plants? Perhaps, just after the 5th node? Or, should I let them go and focus on 4 main colas. Decisions, decisions. :) Any help would be appreciated. Thanks