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Support Heavy Squash on a Trellis with Pantyhose Slings

When trellised acorn squash fruits grow large, they can break their stems. Make simple slings from discarded pantyhose—nylon dries quickly, doesn't hold moisture, and stretches to support the fruit without cutting into it. Tie each sling to the trellis, cradling the squash. It's a cheap, effective, and reusable solution.

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