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Pumpkins, Squash & Gourds
shariisobel

Birdhouse gourds - only 1 per plant!

ShariIsobel
10 years ago

My first time growing birdhouse gourds. Had lots of little gourds start on 3 plants but only one gourd on each plant has developed to any size. Many wither and die off. Why?

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