Re: vine splitting at the root of vine

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: Here's what I picked up on a bulletin board:



: Minor cracks can be managed by applying a fungicide and reducing water and fertilizer to the plant. Stem splits often appear much worse than they are. The stem is hollow and may split all the way through and tear into the flesh of the pumpkin a small amount. Sometimes this releases the stress allowing the pumpkin to continue to develop. Treat all wounds sites with fungicide, allow for good air circulation, and keep the area dry. Occasionally a stem split or a surface crack will continue to expand and deepen until the seed cavity is breached. Once the seed cavity is exposed to the outside atmosphere, the pumpkin is no longer a viable candidate for competition. No effort should be taken in regards to plugging or patching, as the pumpkin will rot from the inside out.



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: : I have 3/3 new vines just starting and all have split 2 inches above the soil.

: : Have heard this may be irregular watering. Any comments appreciated, as to cause, 

: : and what care to give the split stem. Is plant doomed?  Dave Douglas

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