First Time Grower - overcoming mistakes

[Sperocles]

I thought I was growing autos and now learning that they are photo-period strains. They've gotten a little too tall for my indoor grow to start the flowering stage. I was thinking I might top them, wait a week or two so they're not stressed, and then change my light schedule. I have a 2x4 Vivosun setup with VS2000 LED, inline exhaust fan, and 1 circulating fan. Any thoughts on my idea or other suggestions?

[1toke]

Got a photo? Maybe you could tie them down AND top them.

[Allenpro]

What is the strain and how tall are they? Your idea will work but I prefer the tie down idea or throwing a net over them if you have the foot print. If you top them do you have room to clone the cuttings?

[golfnrl]

Hello Sperocles Welcome aboard. What others have already asked? How far along are your plants in Veg? Give us some of your grow details. Strain? Grow medium? etc. Is this your first grow? Generally speaking your plan sounds solid. If your plants are healthy and growing well you may only need to wait a few days after you top the plants, instead of the two weeks. If you haven't already, go over to the GWE web site and look up how to top an MJ plant. I don't want to insult you with the details if you have experience.