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Thursday, August 24, 2006
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Tony Pumpkin
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Abbotsford BC
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Just when I think the game is over my plant surprises me. yesterday saw an increase of 8 lbs for an approximate weight of 660 lbs. If it keeps growing slow and steady at this rate for the next 30-40 days I would be elated. 8-9 lbs/day is great for day 64--at least for me. Last years fruit from generic Howard Dill seed stopped growing pretty much at about 50-60 days. Amazing how important good seed is.
Speaking of good seed, if anyone has any stellar seed donations for next year let me know. I am hoping to grow 1 plant again next year and put all my attention into it--like this year. I would love to try a real proven seed. Of course, if I can't find anything else I might just grow my own seed--if it turns out.
I am sure I need to spray for aphids, but I have just taken on a huge home renovation project, so my patch-time is really limited. No mildew yet, will spray soon for that too, and must trim tertiaries--they are getting to around 8-10 feet already.
Good luck all.
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