Re: Dill rings
In a message dated 2/2/00 12:33:52 PM Eastern Standard Time,
pthompson@glgt.com writes:
<< Subj: Dill rings
Date: 2/2/00 12:33:52 PM Eastern Standard Time
From: pthompson@glgt.com (Thompson, Paul S.)
Sender: owner-pumpkins@mallorn.com
Reply-to: pumpkins@mallorn.com
To: pumpkins@mallorn.com ('Pumpkins - Mallorn')
We had a short discussion on the other list about Dill rings. There is some
disagreement about the cause of the rings -- some say genetics, some say
conditions, some say both.
Is there a consensus feeling on this list about Dill rings? Has anyone ever
conducted experiments to ascertain a possible cause? Can anyone devise a
scientific test that we may conduct this season?
Any information you may provide will be appreciated.
>>
I believe some shapes are more prone than other as well as genetic causes.
Long Pumpkins seem to be more prone. High heavy ribbed Pumpkins I've grown
have never had Dill Rings. They seem to be able to support themselves
better. You can see an example of this in Don's book in section called What
Is A Pumpkin.
George Brooks
North Tewksbury, MA USA
Approximately 25 miles Northwest of Boston
in the Merrimack River Valley
Zone 5N
Personal Bests
617.6 1991
641 1993
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