Should I Let My Plants Dry Out Before Harvest?
Letting plants dry out before harvest—sometimes called a late dry-down or flush—is a common practice among cannabis, herb, and hop growers who want to concentrate flavor and simplify trimming. It can help in stable, controlled environments with careful monitoring, but it also risks yield loss, pest pressure, and uneven curing if pushed too far. The right choice depends on your crop, climate, experience, and whether you can keep a close eye on soil moisture and plant stress.