Re: pumpkins DIGEST V1 #512
- Subject: Re: pumpkins DIGEST V1 #512
- From: N*@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:30:59 EST
yes I got seeds last year but I did not get any pumpkin at all,but I want
to try again this year as this might be my last chance as I will br 80
years old and i will have to stop. thanks normanmeier@aol.com
In a message dated 2/23/2010 10:20:33 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
marilynandjim@cox.net writes:
Good evening,
We're looking for seeds from a *BIG* pumpkin that will do well in the
Southern California area. Does anyone on the list have then or have a
referral?
Thanks,
Marilyn
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From: "pumpkins DIGEST" <pumpkins-owner@hort.net>
To: <pumpkins-digest@hort.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 7:01 PM
Subject: pumpkins DIGEST V1 #512
>
> pumpkins DIGEST Tuesday, February 23 2010 Volume 01 : Number
> 512
>
>
>
> In this issue:
>
> Re: FREE SEEDS - 10th Annual Bhaskaran Patch Giveaway :-)
> RE: Seeds
> Re: pumpkin seeds
> RE: pumpkin seeds
> Re: pumpkin seeds
> RE: pumpkin seeds
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> 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
>
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> 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
>
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> 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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