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Liberal Ks.

after one is set on about 25 ft out should i termate the main line if so cuver it up thanks

6/29/2007 11:12:34 AM

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

The fruit is 25ft out? Thats far. Most go 10-15. Usually leave 10 ft after fruit. Then terminate and bury the tip. You wont bury the whole vine, leave about 4-5 feet on either side of fruit to alleviate stem stress. You dont want the tap roots to form near the fruit.

6/29/2007 1:14:18 PM

Liberal Ks.

thanks that is far but is the onley i have i had one about 15 ft. but didnt poll right this here is not even ready yet hope it sets on

6/29/2007 3:03:14 PM

San Luis Obispo, Ca.

Man that's a long way out! Stem stress is my biggest problem. Often I cut stem right at pumpkin, it works for me.

6/30/2007 11:27:21 AM