Your best memories... of last summer harvest... - Page 2

travis · January 9, 2007

Hmmm ... 12-ounce curls seem to have done the trick just fine

PV

bizzarbazzar · January 9, 2007

Welcome back Tom, I thought it said stripper as well and had to do a double take....I thought I missed something about a bachelor party ....

My tomato memory was "finally" having a yard (ok several yards) to be able to grow as many plants as I want. I fell in love many varieties and tasted my 1st real Brandywine. Another favorite was Mortgage Lifter (radiator charliestrain)

Another favorite tomato memory, has been meeting and sharing with many people on this site. I have met many wonderful people here, and am thrilled to be a part of the Tomatoville family....

Tomstrees · January 9, 2007

Thanks H ~ lol ~
I always forget how to spell it ~ ~

Fish on Papa ~

~ Tom

ps.
me ? chunky ... Dad ? Lean Cuisine ~ lol

pss.
http://www.tna-tackle.com/fishing%20contest.htm

when you find him ; let me know ~

psss.
dcarch - he did get a kick out of that pic ~

Suze · January 9, 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tomstrees

me ? chunky ... Dad ? Lean Cuisine ~ lol

Are you still doing the vegetarian thing?

Welcome back!

bizzarbazzar · January 9, 2007

H...hehehehe

I want that guys Monkfish....badly, did you know that it tastes like lobster? YUMMM. You vegetarian now Tom? I don't do beef or pork...since I was 8....

Bitwise Gamgee · January 9, 2007

Kellog's Breakfast.

First time I grew it and it greatly exceeded my expectations. My most tasty tomato from last year!

Tomstrees · January 10, 2007

I didn't want to Trump this
thread more than we already have, lol ~
I added some pics to my "greece" thread in
convo section ~

Tom

bizzarbazzar · January 10, 2007

Thank you! I will have to check it out....

cecilsgarden1958 · January 10, 2007

I had far more disappointments then
good but here they are....

Rose
Rostova
Bucks County

and obvious lack of pests. Basically nothing but 1-2 slugs, 2 tomato worms and some really really late white flies, that were non threatening.

CECIL

Sorellina · January 11, 2007

Ciao all,

You mean apart from Bully's crosses? We had TONS of oblate red cherries that were supposed to be Aunt Gertie's Gold (very yummy and Munchkin loved that these were deemed 'free choice' munchies), red saladettes that were supposed to be Galina's, and yellow beefsteaks that were supposed to be Earl's Faux. All were excellent and we had a lot of fun with them.

Of the things that were what they were meant to be, I'd say Berkeley Tie Dye, when it finally ripened was a show-stopper and WONDERFUL flavour, Grub's Mystery Green after the first couple of watery ones was a fantastic and extremely healthy tomato, and Orange Strawberry amazed me all summer with its dense flesh and burst of flavour.

I also had a great time sending Craig coin envelopes bursting at the seams with Happy seeds.

Earl · January 11, 2007

The CHOPTAG TASTE FEST was one. Got to meet up with old friends and meet a lot of new ones. On the homefront eating tried and true tomatoes and trying new ones such as Grub's Mystery Green, Green Giant, Novikov's Giant, Mountaineer Mystery, Kentucky Heirloom, Granny Cantrell's German Red, Anaras Noir, Puruvian Bush and Mexico Midget. And Mischka starting Tomatoville! :-)

jenn_sc · January 12, 2007

Tomatopalooza was my highlight of last summer :wink:

Jennifer

**carolyn137** · January 12, 2007

My highlights of summer 2006 were lowlights the way I saw it.

I can grow only about 15 plants now and as most of you know I have to rely on others to plant and water and weed and care for and harvest them, except for Sara's Galapagos which I always grow in a large pot where I can get to it with my walker; that is, at the base of the steps leading up to the wrap around deck.

And I had Kimberly in a pot nearby.

Horrible season, quite frankly and I'm not sure why.

I guess the highlight was being able to get lots of seeds from Sara's Galapagos and Mama Leone and a fair number of fruits from Aker's West Virginia and KBX ( a PL Kellogg's Breakfast).

You have no idea how getting such low fruit production bugged me b'c sheesh, I'm the only one eating the darn things since neither of my cat kids are so predisposed.

You know it was BAD when I bought some hybrid fruits at the produce stand I love so much for fresh veggies and fruit and which I can drive to during the summer.

On the upside that self same produce stand, which is quite large, also sells baked goods and cheeses and lots of other interesting goodies including fresh made gourmet type salads.

So maybe I should say that the highlight of the summer season was the pine nut/dried tomato/brown rice salad they sold.

PaulF · January 12, 2007

My first full season after removing myself from the daily grind and living in a new location was filled with triumphs and "issues" as the old working folks used to say instead of my word for it....problems. Starting over getting the dirt in shape is a real issue.

Triumphs include being closer to the Midwest Tomato Fest people and introducing heirloom tomatoes to people in the area who have never considered heirlooms. Because of my love of heirlooms and gardening in general, some people seem to think I know more than I do. I was asked to give heirloom tomato presentations several times in the summer and fall. The local newspaper has asked me to write a monthly gardening column (the first was published last week). A couple of local greenhouses will now sell heirloom tomatoes and several of my friends are asking me to grow tomato seedlings for them. We may have a trend toward heirloom tomatoes here in the mostly hybrid tomato growing area.

obispo45 · January 13, 2007

I really think I need to get out fishing more this year... which inevitably leads to 12oz curls...LOl. At least I've essentially quit golfing AKA "a good walk spoiled" for my love of the garden. Or in my case in 2006 I transformed myself into a small scale farmer, or so I've been told by others, farmers included. Never been happier in my life!!
Way to go Paul!! Wish you much fun and many future success', same goes for everyone else too.

2006 was my best year yet without question, though my overall experience is rather limited in scope. Highlights have to be virtually anything regarding chiles, some offtype Speckled Romans, German Red Strawberry, Gregori's Altai and a bunch of hybrid sweet pepper cultivars. More importantly in my opinion I began to connect with other like minded folks, both locally and abroad and have created what will hopefully be lifelong friendships filled with abundant good times and tall tales!

January 9, 2007	#18
Tomstrees Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NJ Bayshore Posts: 3,848	Thanks H ~ lol ~ I always forget how to spell it ~ ~ Fish on Papa ~ ~ Tom ps. me ? chunky ... Dad ? Lean Cuisine ~ lol pss. http://www.tna-tackle.com/fishing%20contest.htm when you find him ; let me know ~ psss. dcarch - he did get a kick out of that pic ~ __________________ My green thumb came only as a result of the mistakes I made while learning to see things from the plant's point of view. ~ H. Fred Ale

January 10, 2007	#22
Tomstrees Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NJ Bayshore Posts: 3,848	I didn't want to Trump this thread more than we already have, lol ~ I added some pics to my "greece" thread in convo section ~ Tom __________________ My green thumb came only as a result of the mistakes I made while learning to see things from the plant's point of view. ~ H. Fred Ale

January 10, 2007	#24
cecilsgarden1958 Tomatovillian™ Join Date: May 2006 Location: swPA Posts: 629	I had far more disappointments then good but here they are.... Rose Rostova Bucks County and obvious lack of pests. Basically nothing but 1-2 slugs, 2 tomato worms and some really really late white flies, that were non threatening. CECIL __________________ Hybrids Rule, Heirlooms Drool!

January 11, 2007	#25
Sorellina Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 300	Ciao all, You mean apart from Bully's crosses? We had TONS of oblate red cherries that were supposed to be Aunt Gertie's Gold (very yummy and Munchkin loved that these were deemed 'free choice' munchies), red saladettes that were supposed to be Galina's, and yellow beefsteaks that were supposed to be Earl's Faux. All were excellent and we had a lot of fun with them. Of the things that were what they were meant to be, I'd say Berkeley Tie Dye, when it finally ripened was a show-stopper and WONDERFUL flavour, Grub's Mystery Green after the first couple of watery ones was a fantastic and extremely healthy tomato, and Orange Strawberry amazed me all summer with its dense flesh and burst of flavour. I also had a great time sending Craig coin envelopes bursting at the seams with Happy seeds. __________________ Grazie a tutti, Julianna

January 12, 2007	#28
carolyn137 Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Upstate NY, zone 4b/5a Posts: 21,169	My highlights of summer 2006 were lowlights the way I saw it. I can grow only about 15 plants now and as most of you know I have to rely on others to plant and water and weed and care for and harvest them, except for Sara's Galapagos which I always grow in a large pot where I can get to it with my walker; that is, at the base of the steps leading up to the wrap around deck. And I had Kimberly in a pot nearby. Horrible season, quite frankly and I'm not sure why. I guess the highlight was being able to get lots of seeds from Sara's Galapagos and Mama Leone and a fair number of fruits from Aker's West Virginia and KBX ( a PL Kellogg's Breakfast). You have no idea how getting such low fruit production bugged me b'c sheesh, I'm the only one eating the darn things since neither of my cat kids are so predisposed. You know it was BAD when I bought some hybrid fruits at the produce stand I love so much for fresh veggies and fruit and which I can drive to during the summer. On the upside that self same produce stand, which is quite large, also sells baked goods and cheeses and lots of other interesting goodies including fresh made gourmet type salads. So maybe I should say that the highlight of the summer season was the pine nut/dried tomato/brown rice salad they sold. __________________ Carolyn

January 9, 2007	#16
travis Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Evansville, IN Posts: 2,984	Hmmm ... 12-ounce curls seem to have done the trick just fine PV

January 9, 2007	#17
bizzarbazzar Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Butte, MT Posts: 811	Welcome back Tom, I thought it said stripper as well and had to do a double take....I thought I missed something about a bachelor party .... My tomato memory was "finally" having a yard (ok several yards) to be able to grow as many plants as I want. I fell in love many varieties and tasted my 1st real Brandywine. Another favorite was Mortgage Lifter (radiator charliestrain) Another favorite tomato memory, has been meeting and sharing with many people on this site. I have met many wonderful people here, and am thrilled to be a part of the Tomatoville family....

January 9, 2007	#21
Bitwise Gamgee Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TN z6 Posts: 103	Kellog's Breakfast. First time I grew it and it greatly exceeded my expectations. My most tasty tomato from last year!

January 11, 2007	#26
Earl Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,278	The CHOPTAG TASTE FEST was one. Got to meet up with old friends and meet a lot of new ones. On the homefront eating tried and true tomatoes and trying new ones such as Grub's Mystery Green, Green Giant, Novikov's Giant, Mountaineer Mystery, Kentucky Heirloom, Granny Cantrell's German Red, Anaras Noir, Puruvian Bush and Mexico Midget. And Mischka starting Tomatoville! :-)

January 12, 2007	#27
jenn_sc SPLATT™ Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Florence, SC Posts: 502	Tomatopalooza was my highlight of last summer :wink: Jennifer

January 12, 2007	#29
PaulF Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Brownville, Ne Posts: 3,289	My first full season after removing myself from the daily grind and living in a new location was filled with triumphs and "issues" as the old working folks used to say instead of my word for it....problems. Starting over getting the dirt in shape is a real issue. Triumphs include being closer to the Midwest Tomato Fest people and introducing heirloom tomatoes to people in the area who have never considered heirlooms. Because of my love of heirlooms and gardening in general, some people seem to think I know more than I do. I was asked to give heirloom tomato presentations several times in the summer and fall. The local newspaper has asked me to write a monthly gardening column (the first was published last week). A couple of local greenhouses will now sell heirloom tomatoes and several of my friends are asking me to grow tomato seedlings for them. We may have a trend toward heirloom tomatoes here in the mostly hybrid tomato growing area.

January 13, 2007	#30
obispo45 Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SE Minnesota Zone 4.51a Posts: 139	I really think I need to get out fishing more this year... which inevitably leads to 12oz curls...LOl. At least I've essentially quit golfing AKA "a good walk spoiled" for my love of the garden. Or in my case in 2006 I transformed myself into a small scale farmer, or so I've been told by others, farmers included. Never been happier in my life!! Way to go Paul!! Wish you much fun and many future success', same goes for everyone else too. 2006 was my best year yet without question, though my overall experience is rather limited in scope. Highlights have to be virtually anything regarding chiles, some offtype Speckled Romans, German Red Strawberry, Gregori's Altai and a bunch of hybrid sweet pepper cultivars. More importantly in my opinion I began to connect with other like minded folks, both locally and abroad and have created what will hopefully be lifelong friendships filled with abundant good times and tall tales!