J
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I am probably late to the game, but this is good advice.
I also believe that leaving leaves in place is generally recommended,
as they are the main energy producers for the plants.
I did clear things out recently, on my first serious (tent) grow, but
this was during the last 1-3 weeks of flowering, to help the lower
buds develop before harvest.
Good luck!
JD