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Windsor, Ontario, Canada

In your opinion, what is the optimal size for a 1000-1400 pound giant.

Is 450 sqft enough, or should I give them roughly 700 sqft each. I will be growing in two patches, so I will either g0 4 or 6 AG/SQ.

10/12/2007 3:08:36 PM

Brooklyn Corner, Nova Scotia

Well Jordan, I asked a similar question a while back. The response that I received was that 450-600 sq. feet was the size if you want to achieve a really big one. If you are fortunate enough to have enough space to do this then go for it. Some people have , however, produced impressive results on relatively small patches. Hope this helps.
Andy H

10/12/2007 5:31:11 PM

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But if space is limited, do you still need to add the fertilizer, compost, etc. in appropriate amounts for patch size?

10/12/2007 8:15:58 PM

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

I would say yes. Most definitely.

10/12/2007 10:35:30 PM

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Diamondlady, yes, you do.

I like to give my plants 30'x30'. That will give you room to work around the plants. More space is better in my opinion. Too little space is a big problem.

10/13/2007 1:26:26 AM

San Jose [email protected]

the half moon bay pumpkin was grown in about 400 sq ft?

1524 lbs, there is hope for us with just a city lot

10/13/2007 7:13:03 PM