The other fringe benefit I’m seeing from the drum fence is there is no straight line so even when walking the fence line (yes even with 3/4 an acre they still walk the fence line though admittedly a lot less) they don’t rub there shell on the fence and I guess even if they did it’s plastic rightReally nice job, Aaron. I love the way things are turning out. I feel great about Crush and the 3 ladies being there now. I may call on you to see about some equipment availability when Brenda and I move to new acreage! I've been going through lots of options on fencing myself. Really like the barrels and a lot less $$ than most any other option. Plus it gets the plants fairly well protected from gophers, voles, etc. Many plastic drums now are made UV resistant. Do you know if these are? Paint would help them last a lot longer if they are not.
I have some really nice spineless cactus. I handle them with no gloves at all and rarely ever get a single little glochid in my hands. The tortoises all love it. Also got a few other varieties going now from @Tom Next time you're here we'll have to harvest you some cuttings. Brenda and I are still planning to come up and visit you guys... and Crush!
Keep the updates coming!