Should I remove

[Joosy1130]

I'm 4 weeks into flowering and I was wondering if I should remove these big leaves from my tops. They're sugary. This is my first grow and I would really appreciate any advice. Thanks!

 

[Zephyrs]

I'm 4 weeks into flowering and I was wondering if I should remove these big leaves from my tops. They're sugary. This is my first grow and I would really appreciate any advice. Thanks!

If you remove any leaves that are not already naturally depleted at 4 weeks, then you would be doing nothing but shooting yourself in the foot in the end game with yeild and quantity and especially Quality of Bud.. They are there for a reason.. for bud production..

 

[callies]

the answer depends on allot of different factors

think its best not to once in flower but if its overly bushy and buds are not getting any light i think its best to remove some

 

[Joosy1130]

Thank u guys. It's not overly bushy. I defoliated twice. I really appreciate the help!

 

[medviper]

If you remove any leaves that are not already naturally depleted at 4 weeks, then you would be doing nothing but shooting yourself in the foot in the end game with yield and quantity and especially Quality of Bud.. They are there for a reason.. for bud production..

so much for good sound common sense advice going unheeded,
never understood how the defoliation for production myth took hold the way it has.
production starts with and is all about healthy plentiful leaves and good air circulation, not exposing the flowers or bud to light.