Re: World Class Giant Pumpkin 3

Craig,

Could you send me your email and we can talk in private, I don;t want to
clutter up the list.

drew
----- Original Message -----
From: "Craig Johnson" <cjohnson@pacificacapitalgroup.com>
To: <pumpkins@hort.net>
Sent: Thursday, February 06, 2003 5:07 PM
Subject: RE: World Class Giant Pumpkin 3


> Andrew:  I think the Suburban grower does need a special section.  I grow
in
> about the same area (300 sq. ft.) and have to modify how I handle the
vines,
> disease (greater care because of decreased air circulation)and trellising
> the vines up an eight foot fence to increase surface area. I would be very
> interested to see your suggestions.
> Craig Johnson
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net]On Behalf
> Of Andrew Papez
> Sent: Friday, February 07, 2003 12:56 AM
> To: pumpkins@hort.net
> Subject: Re: World Class Giant Pumpkin 3
>
>
> Don,
>
> Do you want to submit are growing practices thru snail mail or email be
> okay. I would like to submit some info on growing in a 400 sq ft area,
I've
> produced 3 1000 pound plus pumpkins in this size area and feel I could
> contribute ideas on suburban growing and help demystify the idea  that you
> need a large area to grow these critters . Let me know and would gladly
> submit any information you require.
>
> drew
> From: <Annedawn@aol.com>
> To: <pumpkins@hort.net>
> Sent: Thursday, February 06, 2003 2:08 PM
> Subject: World Class Giant Pumpkin 3
>
>
> > Gentlemen,
> >
> > Start your engines, and put on your thinking caps (or vice versa).
> >
> > I'm beginning the writing of How-to-Grow World Class Giant Pumpkins III,
> and
> > thought you might be interested in contributing.
> >
> > I'm always looking for good pictures (sharp and clear) of every stage of
> the
> > growing season - from seed starting to carving. I will credit all those
> who
> > contribute images that I use in the book in a special section at the
> > beginning of the book. You must grant me permission to use them so that
> any
> > publisher will not be leery about copyright infringement. Include a self
> > addressed envelope for their return after scanning, and send your best
> shots,
> > prints or slides, to me at the address below.
> >
> > A partial outline of the book follows with comments.
> >
> > Records - anyone who holds a state, province, territory, or country
record
> > should contact me by email to verify what I already have.
> >
> > The Heavy Hitters - I will be distinguishing ten new Heavy Hitters in
this
> > book (previous Heavy Hitters will be mentioned, but there will be ten,
> > entirely new growers added). I have my own list, but would be interested
> in
> > who you think ought to be added. Send a top-ten list that does not
include
> > anyone that has already received the Heavy Hitter designation in my two
> > previous books. Remember, weight should not be the sole reason for
> > distinguishing a grower. Generosity, development of new ideas,
organizing
> > weigh offs and associations, and other variables should also be looked
at
> in
> > determining your choices.
> >
> > Seed Selection - I will attempt to demystify the process of choosing the
> > right seed to plant. "Following the herd" has already been established
as
> one
> > way to determine the best seed, but I'm looking for your method.
Example:
> Why
> > did Craig Weir grow the 845 Bobier in 2001 (producing his 1260.4 pound
> > pumpkin)? Everyone else was planting the Bobier 723. And even more
> > surprising, why did he plant the 490 Donker in 1997 (producing an
> unofficial
> > 1100 pound pumpkin)?
> >
> > Seed Preparation - Let's finally put this subject to bed. Do you soak or
> not,
> > use soluble solutions for soaking or not (ie., seaweed, fish, etc.),
file
> or
> > not, use growth regulators or not (B9, gibberellins, cytochinins,
> colchicine,
> > etc.).
> >
> > Transplanting - Do you plant in raised hills, or not. Do you transplant
> from
> > a smaller pot to a larger pot before sending the plant outside? Or, do
you
> > have a novel method that works very well for you.
> >
> > Warming, Cooling, Warming - What methods work best for you in warming
the
> > soil? Do you use heating cables? Do you use misters to cool your plants
on
> > hot days? Do you cover your pumpkin at night, regardless of the time of
> the
> > season?
> >
> > Fertilization - What are your thoughts on Nitrogen? Are we feeding too
> much?
> > What about Potassium?
> >
> > Calcium - Do use calcium, in any form (lime, gypsum, water soluble
calcium
> > chloride, etc.)? What products and methods do you use, and when? Do you
> use
> > calcium blankets?
> >
> > Growth Regulators - Has anyone had a verifiable success with either
> > cytochinins, gibberellins, or colchicine?
> >
> > Pollination & Genetics - Anyone know Nic Welty, or have good strategies?
> >
> > Disease & Pest Control - What are your thoughts on Subdue Granules,
> Aliette,
> > Manzate, Copper, and Tetramycin? What do you think about Merit and
Warrior
> T?
> >
> > Pruning Strategies - What is the best method (Christmas Tree, flag,
every
> > other side vine, two primaries, etc.)? How much space is adequate, and
get
> > this one, how little space is needed?
> >
> > Watering - Do we water way too much or not enough? What signs do look
for
> > before watering? Do you inject fertilizer and minor elements when you
> water?
> > How often?
> >
> >
> > The World Wide Web - What are your top three websites?
> >
> > Groups and Associations - If you are a member of an organization or
> > association that meets periodically (even if it is only at your annual
> weigh
> > off) do you have a group picture to submit for inclusion in the book? If
> you
> > know everyone in the picture, submit their names.
> >
> > Carving Giants - Lots of great carvers out there. Who is your favorite?
Do
> > you have any "stunner" photos of carved giants?
> >
> > Look forward to your response, and hope that each and every one of you
> finds
> > a way to get into my next book. Publication planned for
October/November,
> > 2003.
> >
> > Best wishes,
> >
> > Don Langevin
> > Author & Publisher
> > How-to-Grow World Class Giant Pumpkins I & II
> > Annedawn Publishing
> > P.O. Box 247, Norton, MA 02766
> > Phone: 508-222-9069
> > Fax: 508-223-2703
> > Email: annedawn@aol.com
> > website: www.giantpumpkin.com
> >
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