On Wed, 20 Jul 2005 11:11:50 +0100, "Martin Sykes"
wrote:

If a single fruit is allowed to develop, will it be larger if it is nearer
the base or the tip of the plant? Or doesn't it matter?

I would think it would be best close to the plant, as nourishment has
a shorter distance to travel. Just cut the stem a short way after the
selected fruit. Maybe you should leave a leaf or two as with tomatoes
and grapes.

Pam in Bristol