Garden Grow Polytunnel 3M x2M Powder Coated Steel Frame, Walk In Greenhouse, Double Zipped Door & Windows (3 x 2 Polytunnel)

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When buying partner items like this one, your contract of sale will be with our Range Plus Partner instead of us. Warmer growing environment. Polytunnels are noticeably warmer than the outdoors, especially on sunny days. The warmer temperatures mean you’ll be able to grow crops you wouldn’t normally be able to in the UK, and you can also grow year-round with the use of a heater. In winter, polytunnels can help protect plants from frost. Our Fruit Cage Kits are supplied complete with woven top net, extruded side net, 80cm wide door and door posts, net fasteners, ground pegs for the side net and all required fixings. The door is supplied with its own pair of posts so you can position the door anywhere you like around the fruit cage. Heavy Duty PE Cover – features extra-long sides for weighting and anchoring. It protects against harsh weather conditions – including frost and damaging UV. Overall, this polytunnel is considered relatively good value for money, given its size and strength. It can withstand reasonably high winds and there are plenty of Velcro straps to attach the cover to the metal frame. There’s no anchor kit provided, so a weighted system will need to be devised separately.

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One of the main benefits of having a polytunnel is being able to control the environment that your plants and produce are growing in. A polytunnel is used to extend the growing season for your crops, allowing for a bigger, often higher quality, harvest each year. They help to keep a consistent growing temperature and atmosphere that allows crops to thrive much better than they might do when exposed to the elements. Because the crops are under cover, they are also safe from the mouths of birds and other wildlife. Assembly is simple, with a manual that is clear and concise, as well as a design that fits together logically. At least two people are needed to put it together, to help ease the cover over the frame and avoid it catching on the bolts. There are a couple of ways you can reinforce your polytunnel to make it stronger and more resilient against the elements (particularly against the wind). Adding Crop Bars/BracingFor our 14ft wide "Ultra" range, the polytunnel hoops are spaced at 5ft apart for the most robust 14ft wide polytunnel available. If you do not have purpose-built housing you could use a garden shed or polytunnel, as long as there is adequate light, space and ventilation.’ There are six “windows” fitted into the side of the polytunnel, made from netted mesh, that can either be covered or uncovered depending on how much ventilation is required. There is also a roll up door. All of these offer a useful way to either let in fresh air, or cool down the polytunnel during warmer weather.

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Foundations are the first step. Ensuring each of the foundation tubes is placed correctly is crucial, so take your time marking the positions and ensuring they are correctly and evenly spaced. Six Windows – the insect-proof mesh windows keep pests away, while the roll-up cover creates a welcome air flow throughout the tunnel. When closed, the greenhouse maintains higher humidity levels – ideal for growing tropical plants. It does take a little care making sure that the cover is in the correct position relative to the frame, using the white Velcro straps, cover was fitted into position The Polytunnel was easy to erect, using the instructions, the steel tubes, just clip together, so much easier that the other makes that use Nuts and Bolts. Polytunnels are affordable, easy to set up and make it far easier to grow a range of plants and produce.Alternatively (and necessary if constructing on hard ground), install a wooden or aluminium base rail around the base of the framework and secure the polythene cover to the base rail using timber battens and nails or PVC infills. (When using this method for fitting the cover, it is important that the foundation tubes are secured into the ground with the use of anchor plates or concrete to prevent the framework from lifting in strong winds).

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There are several advantages to owning a polytunnel. They can be built onto a soil base and they’re very easy to assemble. Polytunnels can be stored easily, moved around the garden and are relatively simple to disassemble.However, it should be noted that the zips are not very robust, and some gardeners have reported that the zips can become damaged or broken after prolonged use. Because of this, it’s necessary to be cautious when opening and closing the entryway. When buying partner items like this one, your contract of sale will be with our Range Plus Partner instead of The Range. Assembly is straightforward, with galvanised steel hoops that support the polypropylene fleece. They push easily into the ground, and are threaded through the fleece, so all you need to do is extend the tunnel out like a concertina. It also folds up easily too.

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It’s suitable for gardeners with medium-size plots, as the tunnel itself measures 3 x 2 x 1.9 m. Although it is not as high quality as some more-expensive models, it still strikes a good balance between size, price and quality. Perfect to keep young plants protected during harsher conditions, this polytunnel is supplied with high-quality, durable, metal pegs to ensure it’s always secure to the ground. If you decide that your crops are ready to face the weather alone, simply move the lightweight tunnel to your next crop or deconstruct with ease for use again next season.Many polytunnels are made from polythene plastic sheeting. There are various types: Clear Polythene Although polytunnels can be used in the garden, they are often seen on allotments due to their large size. They’re a great way to create more space for growing, even if you already have a greenhouse. Plus, there are polytunnels available that are suitable for smaller spaces. If you choose to plant directly into the ground, break up the soil using a fork and improve its condition using compost. Alternatively, raised beds can offer a variety of advantages such as better accessibility and a higher working point, while growing bags or pots can be moved around, providing a more flexible environment.