I hear ya, and really if they are totally filled to the very top, there will be some soil loss when dunking or when top watering... just an idea for those stretchers.Looking good Lefty! That stretcher will be fine, nice little support you got. Do you have a fan on low blowing lightly on them? That helps build strong stems. Daj's idea to add soil may help too. Daj - I can't say for certain but I think Duggan is more concerned when the big pots aren't filled all the way. I know Doc has no problem with the 1's not being full because I posted mine having settled like that and he said no big deal.
Mmmm thanks Ween