Looking good!
I like the defoliation pics as well. What a difference!!
Yes they got weed whacked. They are mostly indica. They will releaf but not like a 50/50. The latter look untouched after another week.
Will follow up next weekend.
From personal experience I believe the plants "think" they are being prayed upon. So they push out more flowers. We always leave 3-4 leaves at growth tips. If you mess with the tops the plant shuts down.
Fine line.