What is topping a Marijuana plant?
Topping a weed plant is the process of cutting the single top shoot, which then forces the 2 shoots below to grow and take place of the single shoot. When done multiple times it trains the plant into growing like a bush, instead of tree.
Why should I top my Marijuana plant?
The main reason you would want to top your plant is to increase your overall yield. When done properly, topping can increase your yield from 15% to 100%.
When should I top my Marijuana plant?
Planning your topping right can seriously increase the yield and overall size of your plant. You should top your plant anytime between when the 2nd & 5th set of leaves develop. Every plant strain reacts differently to topping, so when first starting off with a new strain, or if you have never topped a plant before, experiment. Try topping at different times, and different quantities.
Sativa and Sativa dominant hybrids will handle many toppings, while an Indica & Indica dominant hybrid will typically handle less.
Who should top their Marijuana plant?
Anyone who wants to cheaply and easily increase their overall yield and plant size.
How to top a Marijuana plant.
Take a clean pair of scissors, razor blade, or scalpel and cut off the newest plant growth 2 - 5 sets of leaves from the bottom.
The best time to do this is when there is a small stem developing below the new growth. If you attempt to top your plant before it develops a stem, you may end up Fimming your plant instead.
Where should I top my Marijuana plant?
You should top your plant sometime after the 2nd to 3rd set of leaves develop. Using a clean set of scissors, razor blade, or scalpel, cut the top shoot off right at its base.
Like this:
didnt get that??
heres a close up:
if done correctly and often enough youll eventually end up with a plant like this ;)
and thatll turn into something like this (if you give it enough love) ;)
