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Tuesday, August 08, 2006
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Tony Pumpkin
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Abbotsford BC
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Pumpkin on the main vine is up about 15-20 lbs. Approx weight is between 531-536 lbs. I think it might be considerably heavier if I could measure it on a flat surface—but the only way to tell would be to move it, or weigh it, and that will not happen anytime soon. Looks like my going back to my regular watering schedule has caused the gains to go back to normal. Good to see the gains are still adequate. I wish it was hotter so I might get some better gains, but I guess the weather is a large part of the game. I did not measure the pumpkin on the secondary, but I think it is still growing in spite of the stem end splits. A considerable amount of rain in the afternoon today—I cut back on the water a bit, but not much—hope that the rain does not cause too much of a growth spurt. Rot on the back primary still bad—hope I can save it. I have my makeshift plastic cover (see previous diary entry) and rubbed more sulphur in the wounds today, but the moisture is taking its toll. Losing this second primary with a very thick vine and very well developed tap roots will definitely effect the longevity of my plant and most certainly the weight gains. We’ll see.
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