Butternut Squash

parttimer · « **on:** June 03, 2012, 18:05 »

I grew Butternut Squash last year and plenty of fruit (?) set but most rotted on the plant. Is there any reason why I couldn't construct a frame and train them up it, Cucumber style?

gummyboots · « **Reply #1 on:** June 03, 2012, 18:36 »

Pretty sure this is possible. Round where I live, people plant pumpkin/squash plants near fences and they grow happily up them. I suppose if the fruit gets heavy, they may break the stem. Another solution: you could try placing some fruits on a wooden support, like a mini-palette or something like that. What about on some straw?

Yorkie · « **Reply #2 on:** June 03, 2012, 18:50 »

How far advanced were the squashes when they rotted? Quite often if they don't get pollinated then they rot off, even though they look as though they've got going.

Auntiemogs · « **Reply #3 on:** June 03, 2012, 18:51 »

Thanks for posting this Parttimer. I'm going to try growing my Uchiki Kuri and Harlequin squash up a large trellis this year so will be interested in responses.

Ooh...just found this...
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parttimer · « **Reply #4 on:** June 03, 2012, 19:41 »

Quote from: Yorkie on June 03, 2012, 18:50

How far advanced were the squashes when they rotted? Quite often if they don't get pollinated then they rot off, even though they look as though they've got going.

3-4 inches most of them!!

parttimer · « **Reply #5 on:** June 03, 2012, 19:42 »

Quote from: Auntiemogs on June 03, 2012, 18:51

Thanks for posting this Parttimer. I'm going to try growing my Uchiki Kuri and Harlequin squash up a large trellis this year so will be interested in responses.
Ooh...just found this...
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Thas the idea!!

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