pumpkins DIGEST Tuesday, February 23 2010 Volume 01 : Number
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Re: FREE SEEDS - 10th Annual Bhaskaran Patch Giveaway :-)
RE: Seeds
Re: pumpkin seeds
RE: pumpkin seeds
Re: pumpkin seeds
RE: pumpkin seeds
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Date: Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:15:04 -0500
From: dbhaskaran@aol.com
Subject: Re: FREE SEEDS - 10th Annual Bhaskaran Patch Giveaway :-)
Hi Norman!
Yes, I still have seeds if people are interested...some I'm low on.
I believe I have already sent you seeds.
Good luck in 2010.
Dave.
- -----Original Message-----
From: NormanMeier@aol.com
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Mon, Feb 22, 2010 6:58 pm
Subject: Re: FREE SEEDS - 10th Annual Bhaskaran Patch Giveaway :-)
looking seeds for giant pumpkin around 1000 lbs... normanmeier@aol.com
n a message dated 11/8/2009 6:00:14 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
bhaskaran@aol.com writes:
Howdy!
If there are wierd characters in this text...my apologies..for some
eason it
hanges when I post it)
Time again for my 10th annual free seed give away. Just a SASBE and if I
ave
ny left...they are yours.
y website for pictures: http://webpages.charter.net/dbhaskaran/
his will get you a look at my 2009 and 2008 pumpkins..besides most being
n
GGC.
355 Bhaskaran 09 - 1566 Rodonis(F) x 1689 Jutras - Medium Seed
ount
293 Bhaskaran 09 - 904 Stelts(F) x 1290 Poirier - Medium Seed
ount
227 Bhaskaran 09 - 1087 Bhaskaran(F) x 1290 Poirier - Medium Seed
ount
red/orange)
OTE: MY 2009 1290 Poirier produced deformed fruit...so not sure what the
293
nd 1227 will produce. :-(
135 Bhaskaran 09 - 1689 Jutras(F) x 1272 Brunst (1689 x 1631) - Low
eed
ount
94 Bhaskaran 09 - 1272 Brunst(F) x 1689 Jutras - Medium Seed Count
72 Bhaskaran 09 - 1161 Rodonis(F) x 985 Werner - Not sure on
seed
ount.
59 Bhaskaran 09 - 1385 Jutras(F) x 1689 Jutras - VERY LOW SEED
OUNT..only a few people.
still have seeds from my 1087 Bhaskaran, 940.5 Bhaskaran, 833.5 Bhaskaran
rom 2008, if needed.
he 833.5 Bhaskaran will produce a red/orange fruit, if looking for
ne...as
he 1087 Bhaskaran is also.
y address:
avid Bhaskaran
448 Highland Ridge Ln SE
ochester, MN 55904
Please put in this list with your SASBE and check mark what you would
like
r
ive me a priority.
lso if you want Red/Orange genetics..let me know that also.
ave.
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Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:11:55 -0500
From: "Steve Haberman" <shaberman@insmgt.com>
Subject: RE: Seeds
Hey Steve,
I found Big Zack at http://www.heirloomtomatoes.com
They are sold and delivered as plants. They are kind of pricy but as you
know, you only need a few Big Zack. It is OK with me to talk maters.
Steve Haberman
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From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of
Stephen Jepsen
Sent: Monday, February 22, 2010 6:52 PM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: RE: Seeds
http://www.totallytomatos.com/
There is nothing like Big Zac but you can only get it from Totally
Tomatos.
Other breeding efforts don't work.
Stephen Jepsen
CT GS&PGA Director Emeritus
GPC Executive Committee
Tel (914) 260-7176
Fax (206) 203-2397
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From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of
NormanMeier@aol.com
Sent: Monday, February 22, 2010 6:21 PM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: Seeds
where can I get seeds for a giant pumpkin thanks normanmeier@aol.com
In a message dated 2/21/2010 7:56:43 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
dawson623@yahoo.com writes:
Steve,
Thanks for the info, You confirmed what I was afraid of.
I live in Northern Utah, zone 4.
Does anyone out there have any extra seeds or info on where I can get
some?
- --- On Sun, 2/21/10, Steve Minor <minok2014@yahoo.com> wrote:
From: Steve Minor <minok2014@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Seeds
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Date: Sunday, February 21, 2010, 2:49 PM
Ryan, I hate to break the news to you, but the seeds you bought might,
just
might, grow a 3-4 hundred lb fruit, if you are real lucky.
If you want BIG pumpkins, you need SEEDS from a BIG pumpkin.
Ask here for seeds here, and you shall receive(yeah, verily) seeds from a
big
one.
I've been there, done that with the store-bought seeds.
Where do you live? There are growers clubs in just about state and
province
that can help you.
Steve.
- --- On Sun, 2/21/10, Ryan Dawson <dawson623@yahoo.com> wrote:
From: Ryan Dawson <dawson623@yahoo.com>
Subject: Seeds
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Date: Sunday, February 21, 2010, 4:28 PM
This year will be my first attempt at growing a giant. I've read up on
the
subject quite a bit, but I've got a question about about where to get the
best
seeds. I've got room to grow two plants, and I'm hoping to get a couple
of 500 pounders. Is the packets of "Dills Atlantic Giant" seeds I bought
going to produce what I'm looking for? I appreciate any advice, Thanks,
Ryan
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Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:04:23 -0800 (PST)
From: Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net>
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
I think my soil was too wet last year. I also tried the wet paper towel
method. I made the mistake of trying to remove the seeds from the paper
towels prior to planting in soil. This year I will use the paper towel
method again and plant the paper towel in the soil rather than removing
the seeds from it. I used a heating pad for the seeds, putting a towel
and tray between the pad and seeds. i also used a heater in the room set
to 80 degrees. I think this year I may hang a florescent light directly
over the seedlings once they pop out of the soil. What kind of light do
you use?
________________________________
From: Steve Haberman <shaberman@insmgt.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Sun, February 21, 2010 1:31:15 PM
Subject: RE: pumpkin seeds
Debbie,
I see you are in IL. I am in Indiana and start my seeds inside @ Mid
April-1st of May. Try starting them in a good sized pot so you have one
transplant to your outside soil. Keep your temps warm during germination.
I
found an old waterbed heater. Make sure if you use one, that you keep a
layer of water over the heater. I fill a tray to 2 in. of water that is
set
on the heater. Then put in a layer of gravel so your pumpkin pot is not
submersed in water. I keep mine at 75-80. Remember that wet soil causes
problems. Wet and cool soil is even worse. Hope this helps.
Steve Haberman
- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of
Debbie Runkle
Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:33 AM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
That would be great. All of mine failed last year. i think the starter
soil was too wet. Any suggestions would also be appreciated.
Debbie Runkle
812 Jenny Lane
Aurora, IL 60506
________________________________
From: Ken <wildnickels@yahoo.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Fri, February 19, 2010 10:54:09 AM
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
Hi Debbie,
They were giving out seeds about two months ago. I do have extra that I
got
from David Bhaskaran. I have some already growing very well too so the
seeds
are excellent and they are from very large pumpkins. If you send me
address
i will send you some. The plants come up huge and strong.
Ken Richardson
- --- On Fri, 2/19/10, Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net> wrote:
From: Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net>
Subject: pumpkin seeds
To: "pumpkin" <pumpkins@hort.net>
Date: Friday, February 19, 2010, 9:00 AM
It's that time again. I am
looking for anyone willing to share seeds. Please let
me know if anyone has any to spare.
Debbie
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Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:31:03 -0500
From: "Steve Haberman" <shaberman@insmgt.com>
Subject: RE: pumpkin seeds
Florescents can provide the proper spectrum if you use a grow bulb.
However,
they do not put off much heat. I use a 450 watt high pressure sodium
setup.
It may be overkill but I also start most of my other garden seeds indoors.
Try lightly sanding the edges of your seeds with a nail file or some fine
grit sandpaper. This may help you with germination. Cucurbit seeds are
usually fairly easy to germinate. Concentrate on your soil temp.
Steve Haberman
- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of
Debbie Runkle
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 12:04 PM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
I think my soil was too wet last year. I also tried the wet paper towel
method. I made the mistake of trying to remove the seeds from the paper
towels prior to planting in soil. This year I will use the paper towel
method again and plant the paper towel in the soil rather than removing
the
seeds from it. I used a heating pad for the seeds, putting a towel and
tray
between the pad and seeds. i also used a heater in the room set to 80
degrees. I think this year I may hang a florescent light directly over
the
seedlings once they pop out of the soil. What kind of light do you use?
________________________________
From: Steve Haberman <shaberman@insmgt.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Sun, February 21, 2010 1:31:15 PM
Subject: RE: pumpkin seeds
Debbie,
I see you are in IL. I am in Indiana and start my seeds inside @ Mid
April-1st of May. Try starting them in a good sized pot so you have one
transplant to your outside soil. Keep your temps warm during germination.
I
found an old waterbed heater. Make sure if you use one, that you keep a
layer of water over the heater. I fill a tray to 2 in. of water that is
set
on the heater. Then put in a layer of gravel so your pumpkin pot is not
submersed in water. I keep mine at 75-80. Remember that wet soil causes
problems. Wet and cool soil is even worse. Hope this helps.
Steve Haberman
- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of
Debbie Runkle
Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:33 AM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
That would be great. All of mine failed last year. i think the starter
soil was too wet. Any suggestions would also be appreciated.
Debbie Runkle
812 Jenny Lane
Aurora, IL 60506
________________________________
From: Ken <wildnickels@yahoo.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Fri, February 19, 2010 10:54:09 AM
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
Hi Debbie,
They were giving out seeds about two months ago. I do have extra that I
got
from David Bhaskaran. I have some already growing very well too so the
seeds
are excellent and they are from very large pumpkins. If you send me
address
i will send you some. The plants come up huge and strong.
Ken Richardson
- --- On Fri, 2/19/10, Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net> wrote:
From: Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net>
Subject: pumpkin seeds
To: "pumpkin" <pumpkins@hort.net>
Date: Friday, February 19, 2010, 9:00 AM
It's that time again. I am
looking for anyone willing to share seeds. Please let
me know if anyone has any to spare.
Debbie
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Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:59:52 -0800 (PST)
From: Ken <wildnickels@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
I just used sunlight due to i am in Arizona and the plants did well and
over a foot long now with big leaves. I have a Arizona room with glass
around it that lets sun in. The door is always open outside because the
dog hasnt learned yet to open it :) so the temp was same as outdoors.
- --- On Tue, 2/23/10, Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net> wrote:
From: Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net>
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 10:04 AM
I think my soil was too wet last
year. I also tried the wet paper towel method. I
made the mistake of trying to remove the seeds from the
paper towels prior to planting in soil. This year I
will use the paper towel method again and plant the paper
towel in the soil rather than removing the seeds from
it. I used a heating pad for the seeds, putting a
towel and tray between the pad and seeds. i also used
a heater in the room set to 80 degrees. I think this
year I may hang a florescent light directly over the
seedlings once they pop out of the soil. What kind of
light do you use?
________________________________
From: Steve Haberman <shaberman@insmgt.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Sun, February 21, 2010 1:31:15 PM
Subject: RE: pumpkin seeds
Debbie,
I see you are in IL. I am in Indiana and start my seeds
inside @ Mid
April-1st of May. Try starting them in a good sized pot so
you have one
transplant to your outside soil. Keep your temps warm
during germination. I
found an old waterbed heater. Make sure if you use one,
that you keep a
layer of water over the heater. I fill a tray to 2 in. of
water that is set
on the heater. Then put in a layer of gravel so your
pumpkin pot is not
submersed in water. I keep mine at 75-80. Remember that wet
soil causes
problems. Wet and cool soil is even worse. Hope this
helps.
Steve Haberman
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net
[o*@hort.net]
On Behalf Of
Debbie Runkle
Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:33 AM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
That would be great. All of mine failed last
year. i think the starter
soil was too wet. Any suggestions would also be
appreciated.
Debbie Runkle
812 Jenny Lane
Aurora, IL 60506
________________________________
From: Ken <wildnickels@yahoo.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Fri, February 19, 2010 10:54:09 AM
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
Hi Debbie,
They were giving out seeds about two months ago. I do have
extra that I got
from David Bhaskaran. I have some already growing very well
too so the seeds
are excellent and they are from very large pumpkins. If you
send me address
i will send you some. The plants come up huge and strong.
Ken Richardson
--- On Fri, 2/19/10, Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net>
wrote:
> From: Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net>
> Subject: pumpkin seeds
> To: "pumpkin" <pumpkins@hort.net>
> Date: Friday, February 19, 2010, 9:00 AM
> It's that time again. I am
> looking for anyone willing to share seeds.
Please let
> me know if anyone has any to spare.
>
> Debbie
>
>
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Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:50 -0500
From: "Peters, Glenn - 1170 - MITLL" <gpeters@ll.mit.edu>
Subject: RE: pumpkin seeds
I gave up on the paper towel and baggie method years ago, File seeds do
not
file tip, soak a good 2 hours,( I also add a few drops of H2O2 to cup of
water) place seed in pot with sterile potting soil, cover pot with
plastic
cover, I use cake pan top put pot on germ-pad my pad has a rack that keeps
pots directly off pad. The cover helps hold in heat and humidity.
The seed will take in enough water in the two hours to germ, be watchful
that the soil does not dry out but no need to soak it.
Works for me.
- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of
Debbie Runkle
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 12:04 PM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
I think my soil was too wet last year. I also tried the wet paper towel
method. I made the mistake of trying to remove the seeds from the paper
towels prior to planting in soil. This year I will use the paper towel
method again and plant the paper towel in the soil rather than removing
the
seeds from it. I used a heating pad for the seeds, putting a towel and
tray
between the pad and seeds. i also used a heater in the room set to 80
degrees. I think this year I may hang a florescent light directly over
the
seedlings once they pop out of the soil. What kind of light do you use?
________________________________
From: Steve Haberman <shaberman@insmgt.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Sun, February 21, 2010 1:31:15 PM
Subject: RE: pumpkin seeds
Debbie,
I see you are in IL. I am in Indiana and start my seeds inside @ Mid
April-1st of May. Try starting them in a good sized pot so you have one
transplant to your outside soil. Keep your temps warm during germination.
I
found an old waterbed heater. Make sure if you use one, that you keep a
layer of water over the heater. I fill a tray to 2 in. of water that is
set
on the heater. Then put in a layer of gravel so your pumpkin pot is not
submersed in water. I keep mine at 75-80. Remember that wet soil causes
problems. Wet and cool soil is even worse. Hope this helps.
Steve Haberman
- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of
Debbie Runkle
Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 9:33 AM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
That would be great. All of mine failed last year. i think the starter
soil was too wet. Any suggestions would also be appreciated.
Debbie Runkle
812 Jenny Lane
Aurora, IL 60506
________________________________
From: Ken <wildnickels@yahoo.com>
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Sent: Fri, February 19, 2010 10:54:09 AM
Subject: Re: pumpkin seeds
Hi Debbie,
They were giving out seeds about two months ago. I do have extra that I
got
from David Bhaskaran. I have some already growing very well too so the
seeds
are excellent and they are from very large pumpkins. If you send me
address
i will send you some. The plants come up huge and strong.
Ken Richardson
- --- On Fri, 2/19/10, Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net> wrote:
From: Debbie Runkle <yorunk13@att.net>
Subject: pumpkin seeds
To: "pumpkin" <pumpkins@hort.net>
Date: Friday, February 19, 2010, 9:00 AM
It's that time again. I am
looking for anyone willing to share seeds. Please let
me know if anyone has any to spare.
Debbie
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