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Youngsville, LA

Im brand new to this big pumpkin thing. Like many others I'm sure, I reciently saw a tv special on giant pumpkins. Ever since then I cant stop thinking about growing them.

I come from a several generations of sugar cane farmers here in Louisiana. Which may explain why I like odd plants. I was in 4-H when I was younger and won 1st place at the state level for horticulture.

From what I can find.. the state record in louisiana is somewhere around 650lbs. Maybe they dont grow so well down here? But I guess I should target the state record before anything else.

Any help in getting started would be much appriciated. I've already read a few guides on how to do grow them. I'm sure I will read a few more. Anyone wanna be my giant pumpkin mentor? haha

I'll be getting some basic seeds to practice and test a few ideas I have for the early stages. Does anyone know how I can get some geneticly strong seeds or where I can buy them?

I have many more detailed questions but I'll save them for later.

Thanks, Brodie

10/29/2007 4:48:41 AM

Somerset,Ky

Send me an email [email protected]

10/29/2007 7:46:52 AM

Farmerville, Louisiana

state record is 578# and i plan on breaking it this next season , i live in north louisiana ,farmerville to be more precise i will help you with what i have learned but it can be put on a matchbook cover!
BO

10/29/2007 7:47:45 AM