Poly and Net Tunnel Growing

Poly and net  tunnels have three main benefits for the serious gardener:

1. You can grow more difficult  and exotic crops in the tunnels micro-climate.
2. Tunnels can extend the growing season at the start and end of the year.
3. Tunnels are particularly useful to protect from insect and pest damage.

Thompson Morgan have a special offer at the moment on a Tunnel Collection. You can order one by clicking here from £59.99.

One of each of Easy Net Tunnel, Easy Fleece Tunnel and Easy Poly Tunnel.

1. Easy Net Tunnel – Top quality, high density polythene netting, 5mm mesh on a concertina-style frame. Protects your plants from birds, insects and rabbits.
2. Easy Fleece Tunnel - Made from high grade polypropylene fleece on a concertina-style frame. Creates warmth and insulation whilst allowing water and sunlight to filter through.
3. Easy Poly Tunnel -  Tough UV stabilised polythene sheeting on a concertina-style frame. Protects tender crops from frost or harsh weather, as well as giving early planted crops a boost by creating a warmer environment to grow in.

Available in two sizes:
Standard: Dimensions 3m long x 45cm wide x 30cm high
Giant: Dimensions 3m long x 60cm wide x 45cm high

Best Greenhouse Shading

What is best way to Shade a Greenhouse from summer sun?

There are a few different options with different costs and ease of use.

1. Shade Paint.

Shading paint can be applied at the start of the summer and removed when the hot spell is over. However, it isn’t very attractive. Also, there is no in between.

2. Rollers.

Rollers are very effective in reducing heat. They can also be adjusted depending on the day. Also, once in place they don’t have to be removed and reapplied each year. The drawback with rollers is that they need more daily maintenance.

3. Netting.

A green netting is more attractive than shade paint. Though it is a little more cumbersome to remove and put in place.

4. Damping Down / Airflow. This is not shading a greenhouse, but it can help prevent the greenhouse overheating in summer. Water helps remove some heat, but, leaves may still be vulnerable to scorching.

• Different Types of Greenhouse shading at Amazon

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