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Southern Illinois

when the plant first comes out of the ground,how far down will the main root go,how far out will the runners from the main root go,how fast will the main root grow down,i would like to find out what stage of the plant growth where would the main root be at,probally no true answers but just tell me what you think,good rich soil.

9/6/2002 9:25:17 PM

Stony Plain, Alberta (near Edmonton)

I have a botany book that states that pumpkin roots can go as deep as 6 feet with a spread of 5-17.5 feet!!! (Nebraska soil) A lot will depend on soil type. degreee of compaction, water supply, organic matter, etc. Incidently, alfalfa roots can go as deep as 20 feet!!

9/7/2002 5:06:10 PM

Key West, FL

wow!

9/8/2002 11:54:23 PM