2 questions


Pumpkins Listers,

I have a few questions  regarding giant pumpkin growing.
 
I am wondering what the benefits are  to burying the growing tip of the
primary vine in late summer. Does this simply stop the vine from growing
longer or  does it cause the vine to grow another set of roots 20-30 feet
out allowing for greater growth potential or is it something entirely
different?

Secondly,  has anyone any experience with or has anyone seen or heard 
of any research showing the effects of using City water supplies verses 
rain/well water  to irrigate the pumpkin  patch. The municipality were I
live 
( and I guess most if not all US cities) add chlorine to the water supply 
which of course kills many micro organisms that may be required or 
beneficial for/to  soil fertility.  

Any and all responses will be greatly appreciated! 

Thanks
Greg Schraiber

In Northern IL where El'nino has been just wonderful, and spring is fast
approaching.

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