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Ny

how many plants could i fit in a 50'x50' area?

8/29/2005 6:02:46 PM

Omaha, NE (N41-15-42 )

You're going to get some varying opinions, but my 2 cents is 4 plants.

8/29/2005 6:07:50 PM

Mill Bay, British Columbia

Wish I had a 50x50 area to plant in. I think Matt is correct with 4.

8/29/2005 6:12:37 PM

Ny

i was thinking between 3 and 4, but i could be wrong

8/29/2005 6:12:59 PM

Manchester,N.H.

I would go with 4 plants also.

8/29/2005 6:18:17 PM

Minnesota([email protected])

I'd say 4 well managed plants. 25' X 25' for each plant.

8/29/2005 7:05:09 PM

Menomonie, WI ([email protected])

2500 sqf is a good chunk...500Sqf per pumpkin is normal I would start them in the middle and grow outwards.

8/29/2005 9:04:17 PM

Woodburn, Indiana

4 would be good. but depends on soil. start bringing in manure.

8/29/2005 10:32:06 PM

Hilpoltstein, Bavaria, Germany

all my plants this year are 300 sq. ft. - so taking off some space for walking paths from your 2500 sq. ft. I'd say 6 plants

8/30/2005 5:25:05 AM

Montoursville, PA

I would suggest only two plants while continuing to condition the other half, for an every other year rotation.

8/30/2005 12:14:31 PM

Minnesota([email protected])

That's a good suggestion doc!

AG1grower,
If you're a new grower, I'd seriously consider doc's suggestion. Two plants can keep a new grower quite busy. I'd rather have 2 well tended plants, than 4 that I can't keep up with. Also the rotation, would let you devote more time and attention to soil improvement.
4 plants would give you more insurance, in case of fruit splits, and would also give you a better chance at planting a seed that produces a monster A.G.
You'll have to make the final decision.

8/30/2005 12:55:38 PM

Cornelius, Oregon

I would plant 4 plants in the modified 'spider' formation. Each 25 x 25 feet. Run all plants to the south. Slightly elevate the area where your stump is going to be in about a 5 feet area. Only raise it say 6 inches or so with a slight slope. Rotation is good, don't get me wrong, but I like my chances with 4 plants better than only two.

8/30/2005 1:11:12 PM

Fremont, California

I agree with doc and doug.

8/30/2005 5:18:12 PM

Cameron,ontario Team Lunatic

I grew 4 plants in the limited area I have and will be luck if I can get one to a weigh off. The other 3 have split and the last one has a stem split. All would have easily broke the 1000# barrier as well. The last one has an outside shot. I would go with 4 plants, just because you never know if they will split or not. Just imagine all that hard work all summer long and not have one to go to the weigh offs or one for the front lawn. What a nightmare.

Phil

8/31/2005 6:23:27 AM