Plot planning
Hi all. As some of you may know, next year will be my first year growing
these monsters. Thanks again to those of you who offered me seed! I'll
do my best to make them productive.
I've been trying to figure out the best way to go about preparing my
plot for optimum growth and I just wanted to run my plans by the experts
to see if I'm making any obvious mistakes or if anyone has suggestions.
I have an L shaped plot 20 feet wide. The length of the longer leg is
around 45 feet and the shorter leg is 20 feet. All told, I have about
1300 sq. ft. to work with and plan on planting 3 plants. Thanks to the
guidance of Don Chambers, I've decided to utilize the Christmas tree
style to optimize space. I plan on tilling the entire plot the hard way
with a 13 hp tiller (unfortunately) and adding the necessary nutrients
per my soil analysis. I was also thinking of digging "pits" about 6 by
6 by 3 feet deep below the area where each of the seedlings will be
planted and refilling it with compost, manure, etc. to give the main
root lots of nutrients as it grows. How much drainage do the root
systems need to prevent rot? I was thinking of addind hay or something
similar along with the composted manure, etc. to help with drainage but
I'm not sure if it's necessary.
Does this sound like an acceptable plot for the AGP?
Also, where and when should I begin burying the main vine to encourage
secondary root growth? I plan on setting the pumpkin about 15 feet out.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
Brian
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