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Wisconsin

I have three pumpkins on. I have been playing it safe, they are each at about 50 lbs and look good. What can I do to get some weight on. I water almost every day and use 0-0-60 once a week. I also use Mir Grow once a week. I would like to see some good pound-age, not a winner just some good size and weight. Any helpful hints. (it is Aug in WI time is running out) Thanks

8/12/2001 9:37:29 AM

Greencastle, PA

water with liquid seaweed. it makes them thicker and therfore heavier

8/12/2001 2:34:04 PM

Herndon, VA

Pinch off all new tertiary vines to force all the nurtients to the pumpkins. Also deadhead all secondary vines. The 0-0-60 is great, but you might consider easing back on the Miracle Grow (15-30-15) because that encourages vine & root growth. This, of course, assumes that your plant is already large enough to support your pumpkins. Use the liquid seaweed as a foliar feed. --Bruiser

8/12/2001 4:49:39 PM