First time lollipop assistance

FosterBD · Aug 19, 2025

I have two large plants growing in the ground that I need to defoliate a bit. Looking at the pictures, the lower branches I’ve been thinking about removing just worried I’ll shock the plant. Just looking for advice on if I should lollipop or just defoliate the hell out of the plant the bottom seems to be in need of it. Trying to avoid any powdery mildew issues

thumper60 · Aug 19, 2025

FosterBD said:
I have two large plants growing in the ground that I need to defoliate a bit. Looking at the pictures, the lower branches I’ve been thinking about removing just worried I’ll shock the plant. Just looking for advice on if I should lollipop or just defoliate the hell out of the plant the bottom seems to be in need of it. Trying to avoid any powdery mildew issues

I would take the bottom 2-3 ft out, Not all at once but over a week or so.

ooof-da · Aug 19, 2025

Nice setup!

Hugo Phurst · Aug 19, 2025

Yes, definitely the bottom branches.
And if you feel adventurous, the small undeveloped stuff growing into the centre of the plant can go too, IMO better air circulation for when things get damp.
Have fun.

FosterBD · Aug 19, 2025

Thanks I know in the end it will be better for them. And me

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