Supercropping: Controlled Stem Damage That Boosts Growth
Supercropping deliberately damages the inner tissue of a stem so it can be bent past its normal limit. The plant repairs the site with a thick knuckle that carries more nutrients.
Technique
Pinch a section of stem firmly between thumb and forefinger and roll it back and forth until you feel it soften. Then bend it slowly to the angle you want. The outer skin should stay intact.
If the skin splits
Wrap the split with plant tape or masking tape and support the branch. It usually heals fully within a week and often forms an even bigger knuckle.
When to use it
Late veg or the first week or two of flower, on a healthy plant, to bring a tall branch down into the canopy or to open the center of a plant. Do not supercrop a stressed or flowering-late plant.
Frequently asked questions
- Does supercropping increase potency?
- Claims exist but there is no reliable evidence. Treat it as a canopy-control technique.
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