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- Defoliation: removes large fan leaves blocking light from lower bud sites or increasing humidity
- Topping: cuts the apical (main) shoot to produce two main branches â increases width and yield sites
- FIMing (F*** I Missed): a partial top that produces 4 new shoots from one cut point
- Lollipopping: strips lower growth to improve airflow and concentrate energy on the top canopy
- Pruning timing matters â avoid heavy pruning within 2 weeks of harvest
- Always use clean, sharp tools to prevent introducing pathogens at cut sites