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Ontario

Hi everyone, I'll start by saying this is my first year growing giant pumpkins and this site has been a great source of information. I had a late start and don't expect to enter any contests or anything, but I'm shooting for the best results within my ability. Unfortunately I had a leaf stem snap right off the main vine just before the pumpkin and I want to make sure I handle it correctly. I've read on here many times about using garden sulphur. Would this be the time to go that route or should I just watch and ensure it stays dry? My concern about the sulphur is that on the label it says to not use on pumpkins. Am I missing something?

9/6/2017 8:21:43 PM

stoughton WI

If it's a powder, it should be ok. Trim the stalk so no water will sit in it and apply sulfur lightly. I use a small brush to wipe off excess. You don't want any clumping and keep it dry.

9/6/2017 9:06:56 PM

Ontario

Awesome thanks! I just finished covering it with a little make shift tarp and threw a little fan by it to speed things up. I'll put a little sulphur on it now.

9/6/2017 9:17:21 PM

stoughton WI

If it's sunny out, leave it uncovered. The sun will help it heal. Be careful how it is covered you don't want it staying moist all night. A raised cover is best. Also myself I don't cover where I have cut off leaves or I would have 50 covers through out my plant. Do what works best for you.

9/6/2017 9:56:05 PM