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marlin
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Pruning

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How long should I leave the candles grow before I start
pinching them ? Thanks
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Hi,
I usually wait until they are about an inch long and then finger prune the candles that I don't require.
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Thanks George....
so if there are spots where I want more growth,
I should just leave the candles grow.
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Hi,
Yes, if you let the candles grow they will become branches.
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