Hey Minnesnowta,

If the clones are slow to root or don't produce many roots, that plant would be on my endangered species list. When you get a keeper, the roots should pop in a big way from the clones assuring you'll have a strong plant. I've seen the problems rooting on older plants that have been cloned over a number of years. Actually had one that looked similar to what you have and the bud was killer. Hated to see it go.

For this one, I'd go with trying to LST it and make the best of the situation. Keep in mind, if it's a long flowering strain it can still get pretty big; albeit sideways. BTW - How long does this one take to finish?

Peace,

Farmer Rich