Welcome aboard Trail Blazer, let me see wat I ca find fer ya on LST:
Alright, well first I'm not taking credit for LST or anything this is just my way for doing another version of LST. For those who don't know LST stand for Low Stress Training, the purpose of this method is to promote lower growth, maximize branching and evenly distribute light to create multiple large cola's rather than just a single cola. It is also very helpful for those growing in confined spaces or just like a nice bushy plant.
Theory
The Idea behind this method of growing is to use string or twine to spread the branches out allowing light to reach the inner and lower branches of the plant, in my method I do this as a gradual process to eliminate the chances of breaking a stem or anything of that nature. There are many other ways to achieve the same effect but most cause the plant a great deal of stress where as with my method the plant usually recovers in 12-24 hours rather than days.
How-To Procedure and Example
Depending on your comfort level with the plants you can begin when your plant is at its 4th node otherwise I recommend around the 6th node, at this point your plant is around 5"-8" inches tall with side and lower branches developing. At this time It is time to begin the first step:
Step 1: The first stage is to create a 90 degree bend in the main stalk, this allows even flow
of water, sugar and energy to multiple branches.
Step 2: The second stage is to keep new growth parallel to the soil whenever possible to
promote axial growth and keep branch growth rates even.
Step 3: The third stage deals with the "hooking effect" which allows for easier tying and
better flow (assisted by gravity) to each branch.
Step 4: The fourth stage is about weaving the branches and how u can continue using steps
2 and 3 to create a "bush" until you are ready to flower.
