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[-] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 3 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

If I was to grow zucchini in pots would a tripod of Brunnings bamboo stakes be enough support? (The thin kind?) Or should I go for a thicker individual wooden stake for each, or a cheap wooden lattice?

I probably wouldn’t be letting the fruit get full size. More young tender zukes

[-] TheWitchofThornbury@aussie.zone 3 points 3 weeks ago

Zuchs don't usually need staking as they form a rosette style bush. Maybe one thick sturdy stake to tie the growing tip up to.

[-] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 2 points 3 weeks ago

Thanks, that sounds nice and cheap.

I want to do tiny sugar pumpkins too but that might be too many plants

[-] TheWitchofThornbury@aussie.zone 3 points 3 weeks ago

Pumpkins do tend to sprawl - these will need a trellis or something.

[-] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 2 points 3 weeks ago

Maybe in future then

[-] SituationCake@aussie.zone 3 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

I’ve never staked zucchinis, the grow in a sprawling style. From memory I think the stalks might be a bit too fragile for forcing upright? I’m no expert though, just what’s worked for me.

[-] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 1 points 3 weeks ago

Ah I kinda have to though. Using pots in a limited space and trying to keep the fruit off the ground.

I’ll try to be very careful with wide fabric ties and picking them small

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