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Honesdale Pa USA

My 996 Haist is wilting from the end of the main back. Vine is soft on under side. I went back 3 or 4 secondarys and cut the main but the vine still appeared brownish on the inside. Any chance of saving the plant? In my heart I want it to live but in my mind I know its probably toast. Any input is appreciated.

8/1/2014 11:04:35 AM

Springfield, VT

You can try by removing the bad rotten spots and drying what you can. It maybe that you will be growing the squash off side vine roots.

8/1/2014 4:13:34 PM

Eastern Pennsylvania

Andy the condition sounds fatal based on my experience but if you think it will help I can send you some heritage and subdue to battle the possible soil disease.

8/1/2014 7:37:57 PM

Honesdale Pa USA

Yeah, I know its probably a wasted effort. I've had similar vine disease in the past but it usually starts from the stump out. The only possible good thing is the only big squash I have on the plant is on the first secondary. Doesn't look like there will be a green plaque this year!

8/2/2014 1:03:54 AM