Stretch

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Cultivation Stages & Techniques

Stretch refers to the rapid vertical growth of cannabis plants, particularly during early flowering stages.

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Also known as rapid growth phase, under the Cultivation Stages & Techniques

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What causes cannabis plants to stretch?
Cannabis plants stretch due to a combination of genetic factors and environmental cues like light intensity and offset-4 transition-colors hover:underline" title="Learn more about Photoperiod">photoperiod changes, signaling the transition to flowering.

How can I control plant stretch?
Control stretch by managing light intensity, using plant training techniques, and ensuring balanced nutrient availability throughout the growth cycle.

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Health Canada
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