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Eastern Pennsylvania

Maybe this belongs in the genetics post but here we go. Let's say for next year I'm only able to convince one of you guys that know what you're doing to give me some good seeds (I had stock seed this year).

Has anyone been cloning AG plants, as in creating 3-5 identical plants from one germinated seed?

I've done it with other plants so I can't see what the difference would be for giant pumpkins. I mean, if you really wanted to start your own seed stock, that seems like the way to do it. Thanks,

Jim Gerhardt

8/18/2005 4:04:12 PM

Western Pa.

Yes, many of us have tried "clones" but the term cutting or propagation would probably be more accurate. The tough part is keeping them alive over Winter indoors. Using the search box here, you can probably find articles on cloning, much thanks goes to Madman Marc, an early pioneer in the field!
kilr

8/18/2005 7:17:38 PM