If you want to produce high-quality marijuana, trimming is essential. Removing the leaves that are not covered in trichomes allows the plant to direct more of its energy into producing THC. This results in a more potent final product. In addition, trimming can also improve the appearance of your buds, making them more visually appealing.<\/p>\n
After the plant has been harvested, trimming stems, branches, fan, and sugar leaves is important since they contain little to no THC while producing harsh smoke that is not pleasant to inhale.<\/p>\n
There are two ways to trim your cannabis: wet and dry. Which method you choose is up to you and what you think will work best for your individual situation. Here, we’ll break down the pros and cons of wet and dry trimming so that you can make the best decision for your cannabis crop.<\/p>\n
Wet trimming is the process of trimming your cannabis while the plants are still wet with water or dew. Many people find that wet trimming is easier because the plants are more flexible, and the trichomes are less likely to stick to your fingers or scissors. Wet trimming also allows you to get a closer trim, which can be beneficial if you’re trying to remove all of the large fan leaves.<\/p>\n
On the downside, wet trimming can be messy and time-consuming. You’ll need to have a designated area for wet trimming that’s separate from your dry trimming area, and you’ll need to take care not to get water on your dry buds.<\/p>\n
Dry trimming is exactly what it sounds like – you trim your cannabis when the plants are completely dry. Many people find that dry trimming is quicker and less messy than wet trimming. However, dry trimming can be difficult because the buds are more brittle, and the trichomes are more likely to stick to your fingers or scissors. Dry trimming also doesn’t allow for as close of a trim, so you may leave some larger fan leaves on the plant.<\/p>\n
To properly trim your marijuana, you will need a few tools.<\/p>\n