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Williamsburg,KY

Took a good look at my pumpkins today and look what happened. Ok, I guess I did it, I was repositioning and what everyone says not to do, 'just another little move', well, now what. Am I in trouble. Of course, its the best one in the patch. But there are others. Anyone have a comment or advise..Thanks Croley Bend
http://bigpumpkins.com/Diary/DiaryViewOne.asp?eid=89173

7/13/2008 8:27:08 PM

Nikiski, Alaska 99635

Considering the position and the fact that it looks like it still needs further rotation I would look to set another one on this plant. Just in case things don't work out. You'll have a much larger plant anyway on the next set and plenty of season left in Kentucky.

7/14/2008 1:23:03 AM

Williamsburg,KY

I do have another set about 4 feet away. Im gonna try and move the vine somewhat today and prop up the pumpkin somewhat. If all else fails, I have others. Thanks for your reply.

7/14/2008 7:46:43 AM

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

I would remove the rest of the stuff off that node as close as possible to make room for the stem.

7/14/2008 8:39:24 AM

Newton. KS

Just wondering if the tap roots on the main are loose
out from the pumpkin? Stem is headed down which makes me wonder if they are causing a little of the stress as well.

7/14/2008 10:29:28 AM

Somerset,Ky

Keep the new one forget the broke fruit!

7/14/2008 6:21:51 PM

Williamsburg,KY

My oh my whats a pumpkin grower to do. Well, I did make some adjustments today and will see what happens in a day or two. The other one further out on the vine is great and making progress and in fact is at the same size as the damaged one as far a days since pollination. I may cut it, but boy that will really hurt. The damaged one is at least 70#. I will have to sleep on this one..more experienced growers would cut, a newbie like me...well, what can I say. I will post a pic tomorrow. Thanks for your advise. Croley Bend

7/14/2008 11:44:39 PM

Williamsburg,KY

Here is a picture as of yesterday, I hate the thought of cutting. Any more opinions? Thanks.
http://bigpumpkins.com/Diary/DiarySubmitFinished.asp?eid=89382

7/15/2008 7:23:06 AM

Somerset Ky

cut it it must go.

7/15/2008 11:25:58 AM

Williamsburg,KY

Yep, that is what I am going to do. I will take it easy with the cut. I really appreciate all the advise. This should be fun, I shouldnt make it a chore everyday worrying, heck its just a pumpkin. The other one is growing at a good rate so I will be sure to make my cut over three days and then try to figure out how and the heck I will get it out of the patch. Again, thanks for holding my hand and making me see the light. Croley Bend

7/15/2008 4:14:01 PM

Williamsburg,KY

By the way, the other pumpkins on my plants are all in good position, this isnt my only one. Just in case you thought I was sandbaggin'...lol.

7/15/2008 4:15:41 PM

Somerset Ky

i dont sandbag to much lol.

7/15/2008 5:04:38 PM