Re: Stem Stress
In a message dated 8/11/2000 2:16:03 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
mpritchard@postbox.esu.k12.oh.us writes:
<< I have a pumpkin that is 94" in circumference. The problem is that the
stem is low on the pumpkin. Instead of raising the vine, it is pushing the
vine down and "crimping" it. I thought about digging a shallow hole to
relieve the stress. Does anyone have suggestions for a pumpkin like this.
>>
In the roofing biz they have insulation boards shaped like wedges used for
pitch on rooves (crickets). I used this wedged under the stem end to raise
the fruits front and relieve stress on the vine.If not this,a piece of
plywood wedged in the front will work.............G
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