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Is anyone else that's using subsurface drip irrigation systems adding nitrogen this time of the season? I've been adding 6 oz. of a product called Gradual N every 10 days through the lines to 8 plants. So far the results are encouraging. Maintaining 3 to 3.5 lbs/day gains after the 120 lb mark. I'm told if you add too much N during fruit growth your melons will be flat topped, or rinds will split. Has this been anyone elses experience?

8/8/2010 4:52:53 PM

Pataskala,OH

Oh I though you meant the liquid nitrogen that is like -300 degrees. lol

8/8/2010 5:00:03 PM

That would sure keep the vines from heat stressing!

8/8/2010 5:17:34 PM

Frankfort Oh

nic you got to get a job ,your spending to much time on here ,lol

8/8/2010 9:34:08 PM

Trinity River Bottom

reb i would personaly back off on the nitrogen at this point . you should just be able to look at your plant and see if it needs nitrogen . also take in to consideration how many more days do you have to grow until your melons are ripe.

8/9/2010 8:43:29 AM

Pataskala,OH

Rob, I will have school in a week. I am working on getting a job next summer soo I will not be a nuisance next year. lol

8/9/2010 12:55:45 PM