Uncle Ben
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NP. Kinda amazing what all is covered on page 1 and 2, eh.
What Is The Second TRUE Node?
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lostinspace
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Ben, that wasn't helpful. Not only does the last page of your topping thread not mention staggered nodes (did you really mean the last page - page 185?), the first page (main post) doesn't seem to mention them either. I even read in a little ways - so please trust me that the answer isn't obvious.
I read your topping post - great info - a long time ago. My question was actually for clarification. It's really great that you wrote such a helpful guide, and I've seen many other contributions around here - you've given a lot. Thanks for all of that!
However, simply telling people to read isn't that helpful. My question has been bugging me for a while. I search for it here and other places often. And now, nobody will answer it here, because of your comments.
I understand that seeing the same crap over and over is annoying, but perhaps you could just ignore the threads that annoy you. I'm really not trying to be disrespectful - I apologize if it seems that way.
Can anyone answer my original question? Do the standard topping techniques work as well for staggered (non-opposing) nodes?
Thanks!
pattystaff89
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All i can tell anyone is that i read UB's thread over and over. I have topped with his method multiple times now, i almost always get 4 colas, occasionally i get a plant with 8 or 12 colas (hahah) but i believe it is due to my own negligence. If you read the thread and follow it correctly, you will be happy with your 4 colas, trust me. As for the guy/gal above asking about staggering nodes, topping that will work just as well. I suggest you search and watch the I Grow Chronic video series on youtube. In his first week of flowering he tops the plant (that has staggering nodes) and ends up with two colas as opposed to one. He didn't use UB's method, but i mean hey to each his own right? Top with UB's method and you will not regret it, if you lst the plant prior to topping it may alter the amount of colas that you get. btw UB you brought my avg plant harvest up from 9 g's to 19 g's (i have a mini sog) Thanks a bunch Ben!
Uncle Ben
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You might get 2 colas, but one will definately be THE dominant cola, it's an apical dominance thingie. Glad things are working out for you!
Good luck,
UB
genuity
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very well said
+rep
PANGcake
Active Member
You are right. I spent a good amount of time in UB's thread topping for 2 or 4 main colas, I read up on cultivation myself, google and RIU are my best friends =) but i didnt find anything on staggered nodes, all i found was something like "works fine on clones too"...I read a lot in that thread but just didn't find that special post bout the staggered nodes
I topped 9 plants, clones 5-6 nodes tall w staggered nodes, using UB's tec. and 4 of them are growing 4 colas, 2 of them 3, 2 of them 2 and 1 is growing 1 new main cola...so I guess it works if ur lucky, I still say go for it cuz they have grown sooo bushy To conclude: doesn't work fer sure on staggered nodes but plants still get bushy
So far I'd say the outcome is 50/50 topping plants w staggered nodes, I posted some pics of my topped clones in UB's thread, its far back, page 180-185 I guess?!//CaL
edit: If u read this UB, can you maybe put that stuff bout the staggered nodes in your first post, its such a long thread?
If u can't cuz ur not a moderater, (as I think u are?) ask a moderator to do it since it's a Sticky...that is if u have time
Uncle Ben
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With a caveat, if the nodes are staggered which they usually are, it won't work as intended. That's been mentioned in the thread.
RIU does not allow thread starters to edit their threads for some odd reason. I recently wrote several mods including potroast about this issue, as I am willing to put a question/answer thingie in the first post so the redundant questions are kept to a minimum. He said he would forward my concerns to RIU. So far, nothing. I mentioned this recently in the topping thread but it seems like few are willing to do their homework around here.edit: If u read this UB, can you maybe put that stuff bout the staggered nodes in your first post, its such a long thread?
UB
Uncle Ben
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I copied pictures into my post, #1823, to make the point. What does it take, a slap up side the head for you to get it?
Apparently so.
Cut the fucking top off and OBSERVE your plant.
Haven't you ever trimmed a tree or clipped a hedge or pinched a Basil plant?
Quit trying to complicate the simple.
It's just a fucking plant.
Wet
lostinspace
Active Member
Thanks for the info, guys - yes, it is clear now.
genuity
Well-Known Member
sounds like someone has some kandy in they mouth that needs
You are, what we would say at UF, a true FLAMING ASSHOLE!
All you (he), needed to do was read the first 2 or 3 pages of the thread.
But, then again, I guess it's beyond the 'Dick and Jane' level still being aspired to.
Judging from most of your posts, you could stand to do a bit more reading instead of running your shithole of a mouth.
Wet
captain insaneo
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I got one easier look at cybersecks' avatar imo it is not the next set of leaves but the one after that.
NOW FOR THE LOVE OF GOD secks dont EVER change your avatar or like 6 months to years from now, you will have changed your avatar to like i dont know... ren from ren and stempy, whilest he is wizing on the electric fence. Because some random person is going to think damn the capt'n blew his fuse and has gone one toke over the line, SWEET JESUS....
but if you do change it I suggest naked lady(ies)...
NOW FOR THE LOVE OF GOD secks dont EVER change your avatar or like 6 months to years from now, you will have changed your avatar to like i dont know... ren from ren and stempy, whilest he is wizing on the electric fence. Because some random person is going to think damn the capt'n blew his fuse and has gone one toke over the line, SWEET JESUS....
but if you do change it I suggest naked lady(ies)...
cheddar1985
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uncle ben this uncle ben that shit stinks lads trust me it is nt uncle bens technique it was done long be4 uncle ben was around trust me do your fuckin homework lol!!
sorry sir uncle ben but it fucks me off wen people stick to people like shit and jump in on people that find it hard to understand a method that has been around 4 years a little help is all that is needed not a cocky knob that thinks his ways are gospel trust me wen you drop the high and mighty you ll find people would respect you a little more.
another tip trying diffrent methods and techniques yourself goes along way some do it some dont those that dont get left behind but those that do go along way trust me bein stuck in a rut is no joy the world is your oyster get out there and do it and you ll never regret it when the end is close.
sorry for the rant
ps uncle ben neva done shit to me and this post is not exactly directed at him but the pricks that think he is god for showing them a simple method
all the best to all ya chedder1985
sorry sir uncle ben but it fucks me off wen people stick to people like shit and jump in on people that find it hard to understand a method that has been around 4 years a little help is all that is needed not a cocky knob that thinks his ways are gospel trust me wen you drop the high and mighty you ll find people would respect you a little more.
another tip trying diffrent methods and techniques yourself goes along way some do it some dont those that dont get left behind but those that do go along way trust me bein stuck in a rut is no joy the world is your oyster get out there and do it and you ll never regret it when the end is close.
sorry for the rant
ps uncle ben neva done shit to me and this post is not exactly directed at him but the pricks that think he is god for showing them a simple method
all the best to all ya chedder1985