This is our first year growing. We have one plant that we mainlined and one plant we tried to fim the top and we topped all branches around the same time. We put them outside in the ground about a month ago. We are always looking for ways to upgrade and help our girls. So if anyone has any advice let us know!
You may find that a lot of indoor techniques for getting the most out of your light — like SCROG — are not necessary outdoors. The amount of light hitting the top of the plant is the same as the amount hitting the lower parts, as long as the lower parts aren't shaded.