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Dresden, Ohio

Just wondering if I should add manure to my entire patch or just around the area where the seed will be planted? Thanks!

9/3/2007 6:33:57 PM

Ctpumpkin@optonline.net

Everywhere that the vines & roots will reach. The roots should extend about 20% beyond the vine area so amend that entire area.

I tried growing in a manure pit. I only got away with it because the native soil is so sandy but elsewhere I coulkd have caused a problem.

Hilling the main crown area is a good idea in heavy clay.

9/3/2007 8:19:09 PM

Sheridan . NY

I suggest a 15 foot circle---a stake were baby is going and 15 foot string hook to it and walk it around--put the food in that cirle--craig

9/4/2007 7:48:19 AM

Dresden, Ohio

Thanks for the advice!

9/4/2007 3:14:52 PM

Puyallup, WA

Pumpkinator,
Pumpkins love manure! You can easily add 4" of manure to your entire patch if it is available.

10/2/2007 6:18:47 PM