Defoliation stress

[Autofacade]

Ok so recently found out that I'm dealing with a strain which has a high chance of hermie through genetics I've already had 2/10 go on me. To make the most of my grow I really need to defoliate. I'm at week 3 of flower so it's time. But I am wanted to keep stress to a minimum! Is it more stressful to defoliate in one hit or to do it gradually over a week?

 

[Green thumb lou]

That’s such a tough question. I constantly play with my plants and some say you shouldn’t. Any playing causes stress so try not to go over board. Focus on the lower stuff for sure. Remember the big fan leaves deflect the light and are good leaves. Good luck