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Is there anything that I need to do when I cut off the
leafs near my pumpkin. Such as apply fungicide. Same question as to the secondary that is growing next to it.

Thanks
PG

7/8/2011 10:57:22 AM

Preston CT

You can apply some captan or daconil paste if you are concerned. I cut mine with a steak knife and make sure they are cut even with the vine and keep them dry. I do not leave extra tissue hanging off, just more chance of rot starting if water collects inside...

7/8/2011 12:19:14 PM

Ashby, MA

I've sprayed a water/bleach solution on the cuts and that seems to work. Never had a problem.

7/8/2011 1:18:39 PM