Quote Originally Posted by Gunner420
I understand fimming and topping, how to do it, what it does, how it helps....all that good stuff....but my question is...why exactly does it stimulate the plant to create more branches? just wonderin....been on my mind the past couple days
When you cut off a top of any plant, the plant will go in "survival mode" per-se, meaning that it will attempt to restore the lost food manufactured by the plant. Consequently, meaning it stimulates sprouting and accelerated growth below the top if done right. Hope this helps some!