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Ever since my 2nd year growing, I've constructed a shade cover of some sort over my pumpkins. 1 year I just put blankets on it (although I hear that traps ethylene and potentially causes early ripening?), other times I've built a stand for a tarp.
Now, I'm seeing a lot of pictures where it seems top growers don't all shade their fruit? But lots of growers still do?
So, what I'm asking, is those of you who do, why? And those of you who don't, why not?

I'm at about 20 dap, so it's about the time I should be constructing something, but I'm not sure if it actually helps any?

[Last edit: 06/27/25 9:43:30 PM]

6/27/2025 8:18:17 PM