RE: New Guy
- To: <pumpkins@mallorn.com>
- Subject: RE: New Guy
- From: "* S* <m*@beaconmortgage.com>
- Date: Fri, 21 Aug 1998 19:39:28 -0700
- Importance: Normal
> paranoid. Do I need to worry about them in the Pacific NW?
No, they are an east coast pest.
> 2) I just pollinated my first 2 females. How long until I know if
> I've got a bun in the oven?
Just a few days to see growth but the can abort even after they start.
> 3) One of my vines tried to escape by climbing a nearby fence.
> It almost made it but broke off in the attempt. Do I need to
> treat the broken end with anything?
> I'm pretty sure that a well
> publicized failure like that should discourage any other vines
> from making the attempt.
A few harsh words will be enough this time.
> 4) Can I coerce a new pumpkin into laying across (on the opposite
> side) it's vine? There's a nice little spot that looks more
> suitable than the one where it would likely fall. (note:
> it's still
> vertical.) (when I say "coerce" I of course mean gently
> and slowly)
I am having trouble visualizing this one but if you are suggesting to twist
the pumpkin 180 degree on its stem then I would say "not a good idea".
Mike in Oregon
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