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Old 11-18-2012, 11:39 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Default Re: Here's what happens if you don't remove pups

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Originally Posted by momoese View Post
At some point she will have to remove the inner circle of plants because they will start growing above ground where they will not be able to support fruit bunches nor will they get adequate water or nutrients needed to make healthy plants and bunches.
Actually she can solve all those potential problems by just shoveling some soil into the center.
My guess would be she probably is already doing something, even if it is only adding some yard waste to the center.
Having a compost pile in the center of a mat or a group of plants works great, feeds and maintains a proper moisture level all at the same time.
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