Giant Corn and Sunflower Growing Forum
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Subject: growing giant sunflowers
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ZAPPA |
Western PA
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Is it necessary to have something tall next to the stalk to tie on to? I never grew the tall ones and I am thinking a strong wind may blow them over. If so, what do you use ? Thanks , Lee
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2/24/2010 2:31:55 PM
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Pumpkin Picker (Orange Only) |
Western PA
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IF you are in a windy area a strong wind can definitely topple a tall sunflower. no worrys really till they start to get there seed head which weighs a lot and makes them top heavy.
I grow mine next to a 7ft fence and tie them off at the 7 ft level. I have had no issues with those blowing over (12-15ft)
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2/25/2010 8:54:40 PM
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THE BORER |
Billerica,Massachusetts
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i use electrical conduit to stake em down
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2/25/2010 9:30:04 PM
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ZAPPA |
Western PA
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Thanks fellas. Borer, I like that idea.
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2/26/2010 11:19:30 AM
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Grower Steve |
Rochester, NY
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Anyone want to participate in a tall sunflower contest? If I get enough interest I'll put one together.
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3/26/2010 8:15:20 PM
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