# SCROG **URL:** https://ilgmforum.com/c/advanced-techniques/scrog/115.md [Latest](https://ilgmforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://ilgmforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://ilgmforum.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the SCROG category](https://ilgmforum.com/t/about-the-scrog-category/75071)
**Author:** [@ILGM.Roy](https://ilgmforum.com/u/ILGM.Roy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 11:35am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/about-the-scrog-category/75071 "2026-10-03T11:35:08Z")
(Replace this first paragraph with a brief description of your new category. This guidance will appear in the category selection area, so try to keep it below 200 characters.) Use the following paragraphs for a longer d… --- ## [Hogbuds Trolley Scrogs](https://ilgmforum.com/t/hogbuds-trolley-scrogs/70056)
**Author:** [@Hogbud](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Hogbud)\ **Replies:** 848\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 8:08pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/hogbuds-trolley-scrogs/70056 "2026-06-07T20:08:21Z")
OK! So, this is my first attempt at a SCROG grow. Each frame size is 1800mm x 700mm ( 70" x 27.5" ) I made the decision to put them on wheels for easier access …One scrog has 3 x Guerilla Glue fems ( from seed and toppe… --- ## [First scrog attempt /now in flower - health questions](https://ilgmforum.com/t/first-scrog-attempt-now-in-flower-health-questions/117790)
**Author:** [@SpaceFace](https://ilgmforum.com/u/SpaceFace)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 5:48am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/first-scrog-attempt-now-in-flower-health-questions/117790 "2025-04-02T05:48:18Z")
This is my first attempt at scrog. I’m one week into flower. Am I doing this “right”? Haha should I know let them grow vertical? Defoliate more on the underside? Thoughts on the plant health? I realized a couple of feed… --- ## [1st time scrogging -- thoughts?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/1st-time-scrogging-thoughts/115035)
**Author:** [@navy66](https://ilgmforum.com/u/navy66)\ **Replies:** 154\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2025, 11:12pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/1st-time-scrogging-thoughts/115035 "2025-01-11T23:12:24Z")
Hi folks, Meet my four new girls, 2x Amnesia Lemon and 2x Laughing Buddha (Barney’s). Eighth day of flower. Does this scrog look sufficient? I’m thinking about defoliating and pruning a bit more beneath the can… --- ## [Gdp scrog or no scrog](https://ilgmforum.com/t/gdp-scrog-or-no-scrog/48044)
**Author:** [@PAW\_420](https://ilgmforum.com/u/PAW_420)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 6:16pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/gdp-scrog-or-no-scrog/48044 "2024-04-11T18:16:58Z")
Hi All, So I have 4x4 tent with 4 Granddaddy Purple plants. This is my first grow and so far so good. They are at about the 9 week mark and I’m getting ready to flip to 12/12 on the lights. I have been reading about goi… --- ## [Looking for Tips/advice for LST](https://ilgmforum.com/t/looking-for-tips-advice-for-lst/106657)
**Author:** [@420savedMYlife](https://ilgmforum.com/u/420savedMYlife)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2023, 10:14am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/looking-for-tips-advice-for-lst/106657 "2023-11-09T10:14:54Z")
This is my first time doing LST and what I watched on it was great :+1: but I still doubt myself. I am looking for any advice. This pic is literally from my first day (11/2/23) so I have a bit before my training is lock… --- ## [First time ever trying a scrog](https://ilgmforum.com/t/first-time-ever-trying-a-scrog/82141)
**Author:** [@Maddogg](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Maddogg)\ **Replies:** 113\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2023, 11:20am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/first-time-ever-trying-a-scrog/82141 "2023-10-05T11:20:43Z")
My first time trying a home made scrog coz im sick of tying a million ropes to hold up lol what do u guys think? 4 ladies 2 in the back are afghan kush and front 2 are thc bombs --- ## [When to flip blue dream to flower in the scrog?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/when-to-flip-blue-dream-to-flower-in-the-scrog/67394)
**Author:** [@Hillbilly420](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Hillbilly420)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2023, 12:12am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/when-to-flip-blue-dream-to-flower-in-the-scrog/67394 "2023-08-25T00:12:59Z")
Should I flip to flower now or in about two weeks? --- ## [Is my SCROG working?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/is-my-scrog-working/102667)
**Author:** [@Traj1328](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Traj1328)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 12:22pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/is-my-scrog-working/102667 "2023-07-08T12:22:21Z")
First time grower here, growing GG4 autoflower. I’ve followed the steps / recommendations on this site about scrogging. Its working as expected, except for one thing: After the plant top is bent over and tied, a few days… --- ## [Scrog build. Should I change it?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-build-should-i-change-it/98129)
**Author:** [@Khaos850](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Khaos850)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2023, 4:43pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-build-should-i-change-it/98129 "2023-06-20T16:43:40Z")
What do you all think of my setup? I like it being nice and simple other than the hole diameter in the screen is a little small. Im sure the branches will get up through it just fine. My concern is pulling them back thro… --- ## [New Scrogger: Should I defoliate?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/new-scrogger-should-i-defoliate/95159)
**Author:** [@Redfoxx1989](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Redfoxx1989)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2022, 12:05pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/new-scrogger-should-i-defoliate/95159 "2022-11-08T12:05:31Z")
It is Day 53 from seed and about a week in with flower. Before flip, I defoliated the hell out of the plants by stripping everything below the net. I was biting my nails because they now looked bald-headed and shrunken. … --- ## [To SCROG or not to SCROG Photos & Nutes](https://ilgmforum.com/t/to-scrog-or-not-to-scrog-photos-nutes/68292)
**Author:** [@DPCBassman](https://ilgmforum.com/u/DPCBassman)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2022, 3:13pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/to-scrog-or-not-to-scrog-photos-nutes/68292 "2022-10-23T15:13:05Z")
Hey Y’all; so many new posts and I’m a newbie w/o enough time to read 'em all - my apology up front. Need help deciding what to do with these Blueberry Photo-Fem’s, where, based on their branching, look like Male plants… --- ## [SCROG set up & other questions](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-set-up-other-questions/73827)
**Author:** [@NYDon](https://ilgmforum.com/u/NYDon)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2022, 10:43am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-set-up-other-questions/73827 "2022-09-19T10:43:24Z")
Hey yall I want to SCROGof my 5 Gold Leaf plants. How big would one want the holes to be in the netting? Is there a square footage recommendation per plant? Is there a preferred height or should I make it with adjustab… --- ## [Benefits of SCROG vs LST](https://ilgmforum.com/t/benefits-of-scrog-vs-lst/32339)
**Author:** [@MT3](https://ilgmforum.com/u/MT3)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2022, 6:17pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/benefits-of-scrog-vs-lst/32339 "2022-09-18T18:17:42Z")
On my bucket list is to build a scrog frame w/trellis and learn to use this method for max cola development. I love to LST and have been doing that on multiple plants with great success. I have also had great results w… --- ## [1st time really attempting scrogging](https://ilgmforum.com/t/1st-time-really-attempting-scrogging/91596)
**Author:** [@AHEF](https://ilgmforum.com/u/AHEF)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2022, 10:22pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/1st-time-really-attempting-scrogging/91596 "2022-08-24T22:22:47Z")
I have a 500 W HPS and a LED strip. Bruce Banner auto. I did the topping after 3 branches and spread them out. (2 plants). Most of the growth was in the center of the HPS, from the ones tied down. I trimmed leaves when a… --- ## [DWC Scrog Tips/Discussion](https://ilgmforum.com/t/dwc-scrog-tips-discussion/63623)
**Author:** [@TheAlchemist](https://ilgmforum.com/u/TheAlchemist)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2022, 6:18pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/dwc-scrog-tips-discussion/63623 "2022-05-07T18:18:20Z")
Ok. So I may be poking the bear but that’s standard for me. I found a few threads about scrog designs including the one from @Myfriendis410 with the mobile design as well as some other including the one that pops up on c… --- ## [Am i doing the scrog right](https://ilgmforum.com/t/am-i-doing-the-scrog-right/84868)
**Author:** [@Gronasbros](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Gronasbros)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2022, 8:06pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/am-i-doing-the-scrog-right/84868 "2022-03-30T20:06:00Z")
--- ## [Looking for Tips/Advice on my first SCROG in a 8'x4' grow tent](https://ilgmforum.com/t/looking-for-tips-advice-on-my-first-scrog-in-a-8x4-grow-tent/83146)
**Author:** [@ArcaneGrim](https://ilgmforum.com/u/ArcaneGrim)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2022, 1:00pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/looking-for-tips-advice-on-my-first-scrog-in-a-8x4-grow-tent/83146 "2022-02-22T13:00:22Z")
Hello! Looking for advice on doing my first SCROG. Ive grown in a professional setting before, however this is my first time attempting to grow at home. Im going to grow a round of autos just for fun, to see what theyre … --- ## [Do I continue to tie down new growth in flowering stage](https://ilgmforum.com/t/do-i-continue-to-tie-down-new-growth-in-flowering-stage/82925)
**Author:** [@Reddd](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Reddd)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 4:23pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/do-i-continue-to-tie-down-new-growth-in-flowering-stage/82925 "2022-02-17T16:23:54Z")
When scrogging do I continue to tie down the new growth when I flip to flowering? Or at this point let them go vertical? --- ## [When can you first identify the sex of your plant](https://ilgmforum.com/t/when-can-you-first-identify-the-sex-of-your-plant/82734)
**Author:** [@Reddd](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Reddd)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2022, 11:35pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/when-can-you-first-identify-the-sex-of-your-plant/82734 "2022-02-13T23:35:49Z")
I’m fairly new to growing my own. Im ready to start experimenting with some advanced training to increase my yield. I figured scrogging is a good place to start. My question is when is the earliest you can identify the s… --- ## [SCROG net....Started 6th week Veg. Pls Check me. Pics](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-net-started-6th-week-veg-pls-check-me-pics/81716)
**Author:** [@mobius981](https://ilgmforum.com/u/mobius981)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2022, 3:36am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-net-started-6th-week-veg-pls-check-me-pics/81716 "2022-02-08T03:36:30Z")
FIRST GROW! Northern Lights on left, Borderliner on right. Birthdays 12/13 and 12/11 respectively. Coir 50%/Perlite 25%/Worm CAstings (mine) 25%. Viparspectra P2000 drawing 200 watts at wall. Nutes GH Flora. During… --- ## [What scrog do you use?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/what-scrog-do-you-use/32994)
**Author:** [@PharmerBob](https://ilgmforum.com/u/PharmerBob)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2022, 1:47pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/what-scrog-do-you-use/32994 "2022-01-04T13:47:21Z")
@Jbum @kw\_Bat @ThatoneAKguy @Mrcrabs @Grandaddy013 @PurpNGold74 Feel free to add tags as I know I missed hundreds of other well informed people! So my dilemma is, I’ve never ran a scrog and wild like to have a go. Sick… --- ## [If I want to SCROG in a 27X 27 footprint is one 5 Gallon the best method](https://ilgmforum.com/t/if-i-want-to-scrog-in-a-27x-27-footprint-is-one-5-gallon-the-best-method/79876)
**Author:** [@Bullpup](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Bullpup)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2021, 3:00pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/if-i-want-to-scrog-in-a-27x-27-footprint-is-one-5-gallon-the-best-method/79876 "2021-12-29T15:00:16Z")
Not sure if I should use 1 five gallon or 2 two Gallon pots. One pot would be easier but if a plant dies I an back to the start. Can I plant two seeds in a five gallon to make care easier? The these are photo this time… --- ## [Any tips for first SCROG](https://ilgmforum.com/t/any-tips-for-first-scrog/78786)
**Author:** [@GardenDan](https://ilgmforum.com/u/GardenDan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2021, 1:22pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/any-tips-for-first-scrog/78786 "2021-12-15T13:22:11Z")
Hi everyone, This is my second year growing. I’m on my first indoor run using photos, and it’s my first scrog. I feel good about how I’m set up, but it’s still my first time. Appreciate any input or advice from anyone w… --- ## [Scrog net needed for canopy?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-net-needed-for-canopy/76631)
**Author:** [@Tegridypharm](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Tegridypharm)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2021, 1:57am UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrog-net-needed-for-canopy/76631 "2021-12-09T01:57:24Z")
Just entering my second week of flower…two of the plants are a week older due to issues at sprouting….should I be using a net until the canopy is uniform height now? Four different strains all have been mainlined to… --- ## [When should my plants be topped and grow into a scrog net](https://ilgmforum.com/t/when-should-my-plants-be-topped-and-grow-into-a-scrog-net/78526)
**Author:** [@Waltjoe420](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Waltjoe420)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2021, 6:58pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/when-should-my-plants-be-topped-and-grow-into-a-scrog-net/78526 "2021-11-23T18:58:05Z")
First time grower trying to learn. When should I top and have a scrog net for my plants to grow into? --- ## [Scrogging Question](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrogging-question/78520)
**Author:** [@WhiteWidowmaker](https://ilgmforum.com/u/WhiteWidowmaker)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2021, 2:39pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/scrogging-question/78520 "2021-11-20T14:39:51Z")
If you have several plants at different heights, is it better to top the tallest one and wait till the others have caught up, or top them all at the same time? My tallest plant is ready to top at 10", however the other 3… --- ## [Should I Flip now?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/should-i-flip-now/76163)
**Author:** [@BigL703](https://ilgmforum.com/u/BigL703)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 11:11pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/should-i-flip-now/76163 "2021-10-27T23:11:16Z")
Evening All. This is my first time attempting to use a scrog. Everything is going great but im not sure when I should flip…I was planning on doing it once most of the square are full but then i realize i still have a str… --- ## [Any tips on using a scrog net?](https://ilgmforum.com/t/any-tips-on-using-a-scrog-net/60100)
**Author:** [@Sincitytoker](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Sincitytoker)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 5:41pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/any-tips-on-using-a-scrog-net/60100 "2021-09-28T17:41:26Z")
Hello My first time using a scrog net Any tips on when I can start using the net? When should I start using the net? How long can I wait to use the net? I know I drop the net and pancake the plant Is this a one tim… --- ## [Beginning of a SCROG](https://ilgmforum.com/t/beginning-of-a-scrog/66853)
**Author:** [@Jun3Bug](https://ilgmforum.com/u/Jun3Bug)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2021, 3:44pm UTC](https://ilgmforum.com/t/beginning-of-a-scrog/66853 "2021-09-19T15:44:03Z")
@Hellraiser @Covertgrower @dbrn32 @Davyg @MaD-VapoR you guys are growers with more experience than me when it comes to growing. This is only my second plant but I wanted to start a new thread for SCROG and wanted to know … [Next page](https://ilgmforum.com/c/advanced-techniques/scrog/115.md?page=1)