Those stocky-looking plants from Home Depot probably got sprayed with growth regulators to make them look that way.
Big plants, small plants, it doesn't seem to make much difference in my garden. I do pick off blooms of any blooming seedlings when I plant. Mechanical transplanters that plant by the acre are made for small plants, 6" or so at most.
Also, don't confuse legginess with growth. Taller isn't really better, especially if the plant is taller due to not getting enough light.
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