Name:	lakngulf -	Reply
Subject:	Here's Hoping
Date:	5/8/2014 10:36:40 AM

With some luck we might have some mater slices for McGills yeast rolls.  Got blooms but yet to see that first little tomato.  Maybe we should just feast on the rolls until late June.

Name:	Mack -	Reply
Subject:	You can do it! (nt)
Date:	5/8/2014 6:33:52 PM

Where, oh where did you get those buckets for maters ? Made some from treated 2×10's and did not last at all. But the Fireants had a ball.

Name:	Cat Herder -	Reply
Subject:	You can do it! (nt)
Date:	5/8/2014 6:45:37 PM (updated 5/8/2014 6:53:53 PM)

They look a lot like tubs that the mineral supplements for cattle comes in.

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This place sells large nursery pots in bulk. It's a drive but I don't know of any other place to get them around here.

Name:	lakngulf -	Reply
Subject:	Right-Protein Tubs
Date:	5/8/2014 8:05:53 PM

The key is to find a cattle farmer who has too many in the way, or will let you just pick them up from the field.  If you play your cards right they come pre-manured.

Name:	Tarpon -	Reply
Subject:	Right-Protein Tubs
Date:	5/8/2014 9:17:40 PM

Based on what I see of tiny buds, it appears about time for me to mount a guard post to protect them.  Should you hear loud bangs in the future, It's just me doing my duty.

Name:	lakngulf -	Reply
Subject:	Right-Protein Tubs
Date:	5/8/2014 9:45:31 PM

I thought today that it was time to be sure you were on duty again.  Been by your place a couple of times on sea doo but did not see any activity.  Will catch you on the water soon.

Name:	Maddog -	Reply
Subject:	Right-Protein Tubs
Date:	5/9/2014 7:09:07 AM

If LNG can't meet your demand for maters, come on by my place in the Sandy Creek area and take a look at my 76 mater plants. Some already have maters on the vine. I've bought a gallon of mayo for the upcoming mater sandwich season!!!

Name:	lakngulf -	Reply
Subject:	Ding Ding Ding
Date:	5/9/2014 7:57:17 AM

Now that sounds like a winner.  What varieties do you plant, Maddog?

Name:	Maddog -	Reply
Subject:	Ding Ding Ding
Date:	5/9/2014 9:22:15 AM

This is the first year I have ever had a garden. So I planted a lot of different varities to see what does best for this area. 

Here's the list:

Beefmaster, big boy, better boy, celeberity, cherry blossom, early gril, roma, red grape and yellow bell.

I might have missed one or two but I think that's the list. How about you....what do you find that grows the best for your planting in containers. I'd love for you to come see my garden. I have corn (Silver & Golden Queen), Half White Runner Beans, orka, peppers, cucumbers, squash, zucchini, strawberries, onions and of course tomatoes. 

The garden has three levels and a watering system for the dry day ahead.

Name:	Cat Herder -	Reply
Subject:	Ding Ding Ding
Date:	5/9/2014 11:35:09 AM

What!? No Cherokee Purple?? You are missing out.

My current tomato list.

Name:	lakngulf -	Reply
Subject:	Ding Ding Ding
Date:	5/9/2014 1:35:25 PM

I would like to check out your garden.  Send me a pm with your location

Name:	Ulysses E. McGill -	Reply
Subject:	WOW!
Date:	5/9/2014 5:23:14 PM

I'm a fan and would love samples.....I'll bring the fresh sourdough rolls!!! (I'm getting ready to make another batch tonight).