Slimy Buggers

Did I mention that snails got my cantaloupe plant? One day, 4 youthful stems with healthy sized leaves, the next day, decimated dreariness. I'm ready to try again though, and have found many places that have copper barrier tape. I don't want to use chemicals, and setting out beer would be messy and maybe not totally effective (you can lead a horse to water, etc.).

I'm also ready to tackle the soil composition in our yards. There is an azalea that needs more iron, and lots of clay/hardpan areas.

It will take a while for me to get everything together, and then find the time, but the determination is there.