How to tie down outdoor marijuana plant?

There are several reasons why an outdoor marijuana grower will opt to tie down their marijuana plants. Some marijuana growers prefer bending their cannabis plants over instead of cutting them.

Tying down has about the same effect as topping, although with much less stress on the marijuana plant. That said, tying down can be done during early flowering, but if you can you might want to do most of your tying during the marijuana vegetative phase.

When you get to marijuana flowering, you can do some minor adjustments.

Here are some reason to tie down a marijuana plant.

  • Increases marijuana yield
  • Security (Do Not Get Busted)
  • Promotes marijuana plant branching
  • Increases marijuana bud sites
  • More sun coverage for the whole marijuana plant

All these are positive attributes. Creating a stronger, healthier, more potent marijuana plant.

Some marijuana strains enjoy being tie down than other marijuana strains. Very short squat indica marijuana plants are difficult to tie down. And don't really require this training method.

However, sativa marijuana plants that may grow up to 7 - 10 feet outdoors, can and should be tied down.

This method of growing creates an incredible marijuana plant.

When you tie down, the growth hormones are relocated to lower branches, so you probably don't want to be doing too much to change the marijuana plant's focus during marijuana flowering. That said, I don't think it's going to change all that much, but in general, trying to keep your cannabis plants as unstressed as possible is always good.

You can start tying down your marijuana plant early in it's vegetative marijuana growth. But preferably when the marijuana plant starts to produce branches. Tying down now will enhance branching. Why? The sun can easily penetrate the canopy, which will distribute light equally.

When your marijuana plant is ready to be tied down:

week 1: Start off lightly

Tie string or fish line approximately 1/3rd down from the top. Tie the other end of the line to an obstacle on the ground, making sure your plant isn’t straining. For indoor marijuana growers who opt to tie down their cannabis plants. Purchase a single punch hole punch. Use this tool to punch a hole directly into the side of the bucket. Loop the string, hemp line or fishing line through this hole and tie a knot.

5 days later: Inspect growth

By now if your plant has received quality amounts of light, you will notice your plants marijuana leaves facing upwards (reaching for the sun). Your marijuana plants will try to receive as much sunlight as possible. Obviously it would have grown a certain amount as well; this is why you will need to attach more line to the middle of your plant, tying the rope down more than you did previously.

During your marijuana plant vegetative phase

Keep tying your marijuana plant down as necessary until branches start to pierce the canopy. Leave these branches to grow.

When branches start to marijuana flower, you will have to be cautious. Branches that get too long will not be able to support the heavy marijuana bud the cannabis plant is producing. This is when you will have to start tying the branches either down, or pulling them up, depending on the circumstances.

Further Marijuana Grow Suggestions:

  • Make sure you determine if your plant is female before you commence tying down!
  • Figure out where the sun is casting its shadows before commencing.
  • Remembering to tie down in the direction the sun is mostly cast upon through out the day.

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Readers' Questions

  • daisy
    Do you get more pot on a plant if you tie down the brancges?
    8 months ago
  • Tying down the branches of a cannabis plant, a technique commonly known as low stress training (LST), can potentially increase the yield of the plant. By manipulating the shape and structure of the plant, growers can ensure that more light reaches the lower branches and bud sites, which can lead to larger and denser buds. LST helps to create a more even canopy, maximizing the plant's access to light, allowing for increased photosynthesis and bud development. However, it is essential to exercise caution and not apply too much stress to the plant, as this could cause damage or stunt growth. It is recommended to research and follow proper techniques for LST to achieve the best results.
    • Tyko Nikkola
      How to bend down pot plants low to the ground?
      1 year ago
      1. Prune away any long, thin stems or branches that are preventing the plant from being able to bend down close to the ground.
      2. Gently grasp the top of the plant and bend it downwards as far as it will go. If necessary, add support to the stem with a stake or trellis.
      3. If your plant is in a pot, you may need to repot it in a larger container to allow more room for the roots to spread out and bend downwards.
      4. Make sure to bear in mind the species of plant when you’re bending it, as some, like cacti and succulents, don’t like to be bent since it can cause permanent damage to the stems and branches.
      • reece
        How to bend marijuana plant?
        1 year ago
      • Marijuana plants can be bent as part of a technique called "topping" or "supercropping". Topping is the process of pinching off the top of the main stem of a cannabis plant, allowing it to grow two new stems. Supercropping is the process of gently bending the main stem of a marijuana plant, then tying it down so it stays in that position. This technique helps increase the number of flower sites that receive light and can be used to achieve a bushier, more even canopy. Both techniques can be used to increase yields and should be done when the plant is young, so it has plenty of time to recover and grow more new stems.
        • RONALD
          How to tie marajuna plants down at the beginning?
          1 year ago
        • At the beginning of the grow cycle, you can tie marijuana plants down with twine or plant clips. Start at the base of the plant and tie the twine or clip it to the pot rim, gently wrapping around the stem. Be careful not to break the stem, as this can damage the plant. Repeat this process as the plant grows, which will keep it spread out and allow it better access to light and air.