Growing Crops in Polytunnels

What is a Polytunnel?

A polytunnel is usually an elongated shape tunnel which consists of metallic covered with polythene. They come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes to create microclimates suited for different types of vegetation.

 

What To Grow in a Polytunnel

Polytunnels are used to grow most of the fruits and vegetables. The most common polytunnel grown plants are: strawberries, raspberries, melons, tomatoes, potatoes, cucumbers, artichokes, peppers, salad greens, radish, carrots, cauliflower, lettuce, chillis, peas & beans, cabbage, oriental salads, onions, basil, thyme, chives, etc…

 

Advantages of a Polytunnel

• Polytunnels are flexible structures and are also easy to install and maintain.

• Humidity, irrigation, and airflow can be easily controlled and adjusted.

• Polytunnels could help farmers increase their crop production.

• Polytunnels are a budget-friendly option, much more affordable than greenhouses.

• They can offer more growing space.

 

The Benefits of Polytunnels

• Polytunnels can protect crops from wind, frost and heavy winter rain.

• A polytunnel makes a convenient work space during wet weather, summer or winter. 

• Polytunnel can help organic growers extend crop growing season.

• Polytunnels provide good light levels.

• Transportable, tunnels are relatively easy to move to a new site.

• Side and end ventilation is easy to fit.

 

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