Good morning!!!!

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OK, so what is a “Men’s Meeting”, and what do you do? Is it like the ones on the Red Green Show?

 

[rswyan]

Wee pig time rswyan

RS a little later than normal for snow?

Nah ... it's not a typical (regular) feature for this time of year, but I wouldn't say it is high unusual either.

Average last freeze here is April 29th.

Earliest is April 2nd.

Latest was June 11th ... which happened back in 1972.

So the possibility of snowfall wouldn't be out of the question through the end of April, and even into May.

Hope mower research is going well.

Thanks.

RS ground hod out quick after snow melt

Yeah - it melts pretty quick once the ground has warmed up some.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Ted, I had almost the identical greenhouse, loved it, mine was a Palram made in ******.
Highly recommend you get a remote temp sensor for greenhouse, as once the sun comes out,
even with roof panel open and door open, it can get close to 100 in there.
I ran a floor fan in mine for awhile to extend its usefulness but after a certain point, granted
in hotter NC, it just got too hot inside to grow anything. Though I never tried cactus...

I'm envious, I'd love to have my greenhouse back.

Yes, we have a remote thermometer that will be placed inside. I can see temps going through the roof (literally), especially with the intense sun at our elevation. I have been contemplating getting one of the auto openers for the vent.

Maybe getting another greenhouse could be your next project..... might come in useful up in colder Bucks Co.

 

[daugen]

Yes, we have a remote thermometer that will be placed inside. I can see temps going through the roof (literally), especially with the intense sun at our elevation. I have been contemplating getting one of the auto openers for the vent.

Maybe getting another greenhouse could be your next project..... might come in useful up in colder Bucks Co.

I think you have colder winters and hotter summers. Really depends upon what you want to grow and what time of year to grow it.
I had propane nearby so piped in to a 20k heater and that worked nicely keeping this size above 60 in 20 degrees. I'm assuming if it went to zero
then if might be iffy inside this without perhaps adding another layer of insulation like a wrap around the whole thing.

As I always battled the heat in mine, much more than the cold, and remember thinking I should be growing cactus
or something indestructible in there. Not only grow new plants in there but also have few permanent ones for decoration.
Have fun. Lot of little parts. I set mine on 4x4s sunk in the ground and making a picture frame bottom underneath. Then screwed into wood and never
had a problem in three years. Well, that roof window will blow off in high winds so remember to shut it at least half way or it does a Mary Poppins on you.

 

[sodamo]

67°F and zero rain

Looks like a day of mowing ahead.

Guys vs Girls Hand & Foot this afternoon. Kirkland stuffed crab on the menu. Sophie going to try her hand at homemade Mac&Cheese, not my favorite dish, but why not.

Prayers for all
Be safe
Have a great day

 

[sodamo]

Yep, small erector set...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MRVOPY5/ref=syn_sd_onsite_desktop_71?psc=1&uh_it=db6608523a0a5aca8c510ca36582e634_CT&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQzA3WVZSVzU4UDlZJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDAwMTY4MTdIQk41NExPRkJSNSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDA1Mzc2M0NHRlM4S0MxT1EwRSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNkX29uc2l0ZV9kZXNrdG9wJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

Thanks. Looking at ideas. I have an area, about 8x8 that I envision a lean to type. This would be a David Design as it only needs 1 side, 1 end, and the roof that tie into existing structure.

 

[sodamo]

Sadamo, since you don't need the greenhouse for frost is it for bugs?

Combination of factors, Don.
Basically I see this more for hydroponics.
We have quite poor soil, so I expect I’ll be limiting in grown growing.
Bugs can be a factor and likely easier to control.
Our rain patterns are a concern.
Growing in shelters is quite common here, usually a hoop style, covered affair.
And then this would be just outside of kitchen, very convenient.

 

[buckeyefarmer]

Guy down the road from me put up a large greenhouse this winter. they just got it covered in plastic. Has a door they can drive their tractor inside. Has vent fan at one end.

 

[sodamo]

Ted, go slow and easy, let that knee heal.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I think you have colder winters and hotter summers. Really depends upon what you want to grow and what time of year to grow it.
I had propane nearby so piped in to a 20k heater and that worked nicely keeping this size above 60 in 20 degrees. I'm assuming if it went to zero
then if might be iffy inside this without perhaps adding another layer of insulation like a wrap around the whole thing.

As I always battled the heat in mine, much more than the cold, and remember thinking I should be growing cactus
or something indestructible in there. Not only grow new plants in there but also have few permanent ones for decoration.
Have fun. Lot of little parts. I set mine on 4x4s sunk in the ground and making a picture frame bottom underneath. Then screwed into wood and never
had a problem in three years. Well, that roof window will blow off in high winds so remember to shut it at least half way or it does a Mary Poppins on you.

We probably won't be doing anything in winter except for some evergreen seedlings, which better be able to withstand the cold...

Of course some veggies and flowers, but they will only live in there a short time.

I figured the 4x6 PT base will hold it down, planning to screw the greenhouse to them. If needed, I'll use some earth anchors secured to the 4x6's.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Thanks. Looking at ideas. I have an area, about 8x8 that I envision a lean to type. This would be a David Design as it only needs 1 side, 1 end, and the roof that tie into existing structure.

David, I was first thinking of this one, but I would have to build a higher stem wall to boost it up higher. We decided to go freestanding. I believe they make some wider (6-8') too.

I would definitely shop around, I got ours through HD for $125 cheaper than anywhere else. Same brand, same features.....

4 ft. x 8.25 ft. x 7.25 ft. Aluminum Polycarbonate Greenhouse with Roof Vent and Sliding Door

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

The base is leveled and compacted! WOOHOO!
I am beat... even though slow and steady with frequent breaks was the norm. I was thinking of doing the paver stones, but tomorrow is another day. Those bags of sand somehow doubled their weight since I brought them home

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

67°F and zero rain

Looks like a day of mowing ahead.

Guys vs Girls Hand & Foot this afternoon. Kirkland stuffed crab on the menu. Sophie going to try her hand at homemade Mac&Cheese, not my favorite dish, but why not.

Prayers for all
Be safe
Have a great day

David, if you want a really good recipe for baked macs, let me know and I'll post it.... 3 cheeses, +BACON! We just made some this past weekend...mmmmmm

 

[Looking4new]

David, mac & cheese is better than nothing.

 

[Bird]

Sophie going to try her hand at homemade Mac&Cheese, not my favorite dish, but why not.

I like macaroni and cheese alright, but my wife LOVES that stuff. I think she'd have it for every meal if I allowed it. BUT as we've gotten older, slower, and lazier, it's now Velvetta Shells and Cheese here, and we ALWAYS have it on hand.

 

[pennwalk]

Cold and windy 44F. I was going to mow this afternoon but I decided to heck with it. Too cold.

How about this for a first of spring? The first spot of poison ivy. Right on my wrist between my cuff and glove. Dog gone spot itches. Woke me up itching the last two nights. It usually doesn't bother me this much. I've still got to figure out how to move the poison ivy tree that is leaning over the lane.

Where's Spring?

Chris

 

[RoyJackson]

Boy, a chilly day today!! Only hit about 38° today, and breezy to windy...plus on and off snow showers all day
Some ice on the interstates this morning. I kept around 50 MPH and never use cruise control when there's a possibility of black ice. My foot can tell me what the front end of the truck is doing.
Got a really really heavy duty pallet from work today. None of the planks are less then 1¼" thick. I'm going to use this for the front blade during warmer months and for the bucket during the snowy seasons when the blade is on the tractor.
Since I now have a self leveling loader (really nice feature!), I think it's time I invest in a set of pallet forks
The advantage is one doesn't have to try to keep the forks or bucket level by using the curl/dump function. You just use the lift and lower function and the forks stay level, no matter the position (height) of the loader arms

 

[RedNeckGeek]

How about this for a first of spring? The first spot of poison ivy. Right on my wrist between my cuff and glove. Dog gone spot itches. Woke me up itching the last two nights. It usually doesn't bother me this much. I've still got to figure out how to move the poison ivy tree that is leaning over the lane.

Where's Spring?

Chris

Is the vine dead? That's where I'd start. Cut it, then spray the stump with Remedy (or anything else with Triclopyr in it):

Remedy® Ultra Herbicide

Simply the best choice against brush. Remedy Ultra herbicide provides convenient, flexible, long-lasting brush control.

www.corteva.us

For the rash, back in '11 I had poison oak real bad and my doctor prescribed Triamcinolone Acetonide cream USP, 0.1%. Twice a day after gentle scrubbing with as hot a water temperature as I could stand. Cleared up in a little less than a week. Got a few dots of it now, and they were gone in just a few days.

Where's spring indeed? It's going on full blown summer here, complete with fire weather warnings. I'd gladly trade that poison ivy remedy for some cooler weather and rain.

 

[toppop52]

Up to 51 from 35 early, very windy and clouds running.

Got my infusion for the day, takes about an hour. The medicine is in a clear vinyl bladder smaller than a tennis ball, so I can hook up, drop it in my pocket and go about my business. Reminds me of the bladders in some non aerosol cans like Edge shave gel. It infuses 100 ml per hour and I get 100 ml.

I have a good friend that use to own a small drugstore chain here, I found out a couple of weeks ago that he has multiple myeloma, the chemo is kicking him good. I talked to him this morning and he’s a bit better day. He’s a very energetic 76 year old and still plans to go to his cabin in VT in 3-4 weeks.

I felt good last night, a little less so tonight.

I hope you all have a great evening.

 

[sodamo]

David, if you want a really good recipe for baked macs, let me know and I'll post it.... 3 cheeses, +BACON! We just made some this past weekend...mmmmmm

Thank you.
Wife modified “recipe” to include, sharp cheddar, pepper jack, velveeta, coconut milk, ginger and garlic. Used some weird noodle - casarecce. Was going to top with french fried onions but out, so crushed, buttered Ritz.

Would love to include BACON, we even laughed about it as Diane doesn’t eat 4 legged critters. I was tempted to look at turkey bacon yesterday.

Looking forward to seeing yours.