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Jeff in Portland

Portland, Oregon

Hi,
Could positioning the pumpkin on its blossom end be contributing to the odd shape and potential dill ring? I was trying to get a nice traditional pumpkin shape. Now I'm thinking about laying it back down on its side.
Thx,
Jeff
http://www.bigpumpkins.com/Diary/DiaryViewOne.asp?eid=318662

8/7/2020 5:58:33 PM

baitman

Central Illinois

I could make slight changes in the lean of this pumpkin by the way I blocked it underneath but its up to chance yours will never look right in my opinion

http://www.bigpumpkins.com/Diary/DiaryViewOne.asp?eid=265146

8/8/2020 5:57:11 AM

Little Ketchup

Grittyville, WA

They can improve their appearance sometimes if you can boost your phloem somehow. I dont think that has to do with being blossom down. I think a soil moisture issue or look for mole damage or a little fertilizer boost might be the right direction. Dont give up yet... is that the only pumpkin set on the plant?

8/8/2020 11:06:51 AM

Jeff in Portland

Portland, Oregon

It is the only pumpkin left. The last one I cut off had the same shape. I know this isn't overwatered. Are you thinking it could be underwatered? I am using a drip system so it's harder to tell if I am watering enough. The plant looks ok, other than some downy mildew, which is under control with neem oil. Thanks, Jeff

8/8/2020 12:25:41 PM

Little Ketchup

Grittyville, WA

It would be worthwhile to dig down a foot and check. Make sure the drip line is in good working order. Soil pests and pathogens... tree roots... Joel doesnt use imidacloprid I dont think, but some growers probably do get a boost by using pesticides. We do have some soil pests. Just some ideas... somehow the right balance of nutrients arent making it into the pumpkin.

8/8/2020 3:30:45 PM

Little Ketchup

Grittyville, WA

Or, the right quantity. When you figure it out the growth will hopefully improve. I see this kind of thing with moles. Once the moles are gone, the whole plant improves a lot.

8/8/2020 3:40:27 PM

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