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Snoqualmie, Wash.

I am wanting to grow a long gourd next year. Any advice out there? Jerri

8/28/2006 2:56:07 AM

ENGLAND

Jerri. There is so much info on growing Long Gourds but i suggest you go here first....
http://www.gvgo.ca/articles/interview_lyons02.html

Regards
Mike

8/28/2006 6:55:18 AM

Hamburg, NY

That link is great. Chris & John have been at this a long time. I started with the variety development back in the mid-'80's. Never thought it would catch on in the early years but very glad to see it has.

One comment on the stats: Pete Waterman 110 5/8 in 1994 (World Record)
Variety: "Collins Long" Gourd

Congratulations to Al Eaton

Seeds also at: www.bigseeds.com

Thank you

Ray Waterman

8/28/2006 8:19:07 AM

Ctpumpkin@optonline.net

http://www.bigpumpkins.com/ViewArticle.asp?id=83

8/28/2006 8:50:30 AM

Nashville, TN

How long must a gourd be until it's considered 'giant'? Have some snake gourds near/past 5-6' right now...

8/28/2006 2:47:32 PM

Montoursville, PA

Six feet is the bottom end of the giants, in my opinion. Growing one like that is not by accident. This might depend on geography and growing seasons. I feel they like the heat. Southern growers may be the winners in due time.

I got whooped good, by a good 'ole Southern Boy, at the Pennsylvania's Altoona Weigh Off last year. 106" is our State Record.

8/28/2006 5:34:30 PM