Q.I just trimmed some vines off our huge banana squash plants – oops!
After trimming the ends (about 2 feet each) of our huge banana squash plants, I read that I should not have done so because it could encourage a number of problems like disease. Now what do I do? Can I cover the cut areas?
I trimmed the vines because they are taking over our garden space, even though they have a large area to spread out in. The leaves all wilt during the day, but pop back up at night. My husband, the avid farmer/gardener, said too much energy s going to the leaves, and that trimming the plants will allow more energy to go to the squash. True?
I am a technosaur, so I don’t know how to upload a picture. The cut vines are hollow… if that helps.
Recommendation is to leave the leaves and not prune vines.
This links have more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/growing-banana-squash.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/should-you-remove-squash-leaves.htm
