Pumpkin Q

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    Should I removed these dead leaves from our pumpkin plant? Hubby didn't water it when I was away for almost a week :(

    Also now it appears to be actually growing a pumpkin (yey!) Should I be doing anything to help growth? Fertiliser?
     
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    Yes remove the dead leaves to let more sunshine through.

    Water and feed are essential for pumpkins, I'd be inclined to sit your pot in a tray to stop it drying out so quickly. Feed a couple of times as week with tomato feed at the rates given on the bottle.
     
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    Thanks!
     
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