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Reno's biggest

Sparks, NV

my pumpkin is growing at 11 lbs a day and it looks like its starting to crack around stem how can i help prevent cracks or help them? (salt and a fan idk) :?

9/2/2013 1:09:22 PM

VTSteve

South Hero, VT

Sulfur on crack. Make sure vine is supported so no stress is placed upon it. Fan 24/7. If there is NO chance of rain, expose stem to sun.

NO SALT OF ANY KIND!!!

9/2/2013 8:20:33 PM

Reno's biggest

Sparks, NV

thank you

9/2/2013 8:46:02 PM

VTSteve

South Hero, VT

I had a weeping spot on my 912 stem 2 years ago. I following the directions in my previous post and rode my fruit to the weigh off and a personal best.

9/2/2013 9:19:41 PM

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