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Will this crossing be good?

Can you give me an answer. Thank you



F Boudyo

10/20/2006 7:12:15 AM

Knopp, Germany

I think the possibility exists that this could be a good cross. Here are my reasons why:

- The 1190 has the genetics that are made for going heavy. Unfortunately, they probably won't produce very beautiful pumpkins, but it is not a beauty contest so who cares.

- The 1233.5 has the genetics to produce very round, orange pumpkins (proven this year) it also has the tendency to go heavy (also light, but ya gotta think positive). I would use it as the male pollinator.

- The cross could produce progeny that have the tendency to go heavy, and have a decent color and shape.

The only way to find out is to grow this cross. I think if you have the room to grow an uproven seed, this is a good cross to try.

10/20/2006 7:34:44 AM

President - GPC

I agree, I have selfed Reiss 1233.5 here in a few weeks.......bubble me

10/26/2006 12:53:49 PM