I had a problem last year with my pumkins & cantaloup. The vines shriviled up, even though they were getting what they needed. A gentlemen in town said that it was Vine Bores. I haven't grown many pumpkins or cantaloup, but want to plant more this year along with cucumbers and watermelons. I haven't had a problem growing these vines in the past. I was told to use SEVEN to help with the problem. However, I would like to keep away from SEVEN. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I can do to help my vines out?
Elizabeth
Not how long, but how well you have lived is the main thing.
Here is some information on squash vine borers. i wouldnt' want to use Sevin either... i wonder if you could solarize your soil to get rid of them before you plant this year. i have read that laying a sheet of plastic over the soil and letting the sun heat it up will get rid of a lot of stuff. But i've never tried it myself.
"Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it's time to pause and reflect." -Mark Twain
One year we had vine borers in our pumpkins and zucchini plants. Following advice of the great late Jim Crockett/Victory Garden, my husband looked into the hole where the borer went in and cut enough to get the pest out and kill it. Then we mounded soil over the cut area so that the plant could form new roots. After a bit of wilting, the plants revived and we did have a good harvest. I'd also try to solarize the soil -- that might work. Also, don't plant in the same area where you had the borers before, if you can.
Vine Bores?
Posted - Mar 22 2006 : 06:56:06 AM
