Re: Pumpkin Training
- To: pumpkins@mallorn.com
- Subject: Re: Pumpkin Training
- From: P*@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 12 Jun 1998 00:04:27 EDT
In a message dated 98-06-11 14:17:52 EDT, you write:
<<
In Don Langevin's book he passes right over the idea of training a
pumpkin set at a poor angle to the vine saying it is too difficult, too
risky an adventure. I have never seen a discussion of this on the list
either. It is certainly a necessary bit of know-how to have in your
pocket as a grower. I had to do it for the first time last year with a
pumpkin growing next to the vine and twisted towards it. A very
nerve-racking experience but it can be done if one needs to. I am no
expert at this but would like someone with more experience to expound on
training pumpkins away from the vine when set at poor angles.
ZO >>
Zoo,
With problems with pollination, I would try to set any females...you can
always pick and choose later. Generally, when trying to correct a bad fruit
set position, you must wait until the fruit is about the size of a volleyball.
Then start moving it an inch a day. If you try to move it too much, it will
snap completely off with no warning. If you snap your first few off and then
go into a hot spell you may be well into July with nothing set. Pollinate side
vines......anywhere.
pumkinguy@aol.com
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