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Modesto, CA

I keep hearing about using styrofoam underneath the pumpkins but I want our patch to look more natural. Wouldn't a bale of hay work just as well, spread out underneath the pumpkins?

4/5/2000 1:06:13 PM

PA

I'm not an expert but I used the blue stuff. You can start with a small piece and as the pumpkin grows, add more just under the sides. I poked some holes in the original piece to keep water from pooling. You could probably put some hay over the foam to hide it further. Last year I didn't put anything under and it was just as good on the bottom. I'm not sure if putting hay or straw under it is a good idea. It might start to compost or keep the bottom to soft, I don't know. good luck. I'm still trying to break the 250lb mark
Amy

4/5/2000 3:59:29 PM

Linesville,Pa.

a three ft. by three ft. piece is big enough its amazing how little of your pumpkin is actually in contact with the ground . it wont take long for a healthy AG to hide it!!!!!
ernie

4/8/2000 2:19:29 PM