Looks like the frost will get me

ContainerTed · May 5, 2011

Mike, I hate to hear that. I'm pretty sure I dodged the bullet. I'll know more in the next day or two. The temp dipped down to 36F just as the sun came up, but I didn't find any ice anywhere. With a hose and nosel, I sprayed some water on the plants as the dew was forming and kept that up until the temp made it back to 39. The heat given off from the 65F degree water may have been the difference.

My conclusion on this experience was that spraying water as the dew forms will definitely make a difference if the temp is going to be "borderline" frosty.

Thanks again to everyone who gave advice and/or comforting words of support/empathy.

Now it's time to get those four big tomato plants back in the ground and add some friends to keep them company. Yes, it's my time to load up the garden.

Y'all take care. I need a nap.

Ted

May 5, 2011	#16
ContainerTed Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: 6a - NE Tennessee Posts: 4,538	Mike, I hate to hear that. I'm pretty sure I dodged the bullet. I'll know more in the next day or two. The temp dipped down to 36F just as the sun came up, but I didn't find any ice anywhere. With a hose and nosel, I sprayed some water on the plants as the dew was forming and kept that up until the temp made it back to 39. The heat given off from the 65F degree water may have been the difference. My conclusion on this experience was that spraying water as the dew forms will definitely make a difference if the temp is going to be "borderline" frosty. Thanks again to everyone who gave advice and/or comforting words of support/empathy. Now it's time to get those four big tomato plants back in the ground and add some friends to keep them company. Yes, it's my time to load up the garden. Y'all take care. I need a nap. Ted __________________ Ted ________________________ Owner & Sole Operator Of The Muddy Bucket Farm and Tomato Ranch