Not in my experience, although mine had somewhat spindly branches that needed to be supported. I grew in 10gal. pots and the GG4 got about 5-1/2 feet tall
GG4:
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I also grew GG12 last year which is GG4 X Chernobyl- I prefer the effect from the GG12 as the GG4 makes me grow roots, LOL