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Nashville, TN

OK, I'm experienced in G. Gourds and Melons... need to ask a little advice on the GP's....

Those plants that came up from 'direct sowing' are generally all doing very well (sowed April 26) - Most have their 2-3 set of 'mature leaves' now. And are a good dark green. Our first frost is generally on Halloween - and I normally still have tomatoes coming as late as Thanksgiving... Though this has already been a strange year weather-wise!!

When these plants start to flower - when should I allow them to start 'setting' the fruit??

6/1/2005 7:45:29 AM

Menomonie, WI ([email protected])

You want a plant that is at least 12' long. Better to place a fruit on a plant that is ready. Than to try placing fruit on a small plant.

6/1/2005 9:12:30 AM

Ohio

I agree with Shannon,but there is rare exeptions to this, the Wentzell's have grown several over 1000 lbs that was only 6ft out on the main.

Brooks

6/1/2005 9:54:47 AM

Benton Ky

my 512 last year was pollinated on july 22, you have got plenty of time.

6/1/2005 7:38:47 PM