It’s no surprise that polytunnel farming is becoming more popular. They are much less expensive to purchase than a greenhouse and are reasonably simple to erect. If you can squeeze one in, they truly do take your fruit and vegetable growing to the next level, expanding the variety of what you can produce successfully in …
It’s almost as crucial to make the paths in your polytunnel as it is to make the growth regions. Path materials are more than just a fashion statement. The right approach might mean the difference between a nightmare of upkeep and an area that is simple to manage. We’ll go through some of the best …
There is no escaping the fact that a Polytunnel environment is unnatural. We are exposing plants and vegetables to light and heat that they would not be exposed to under normal weather conditions in Ireland. Growing anything in an unnatural environment can provide a few problems, but nothing that can’t be solved with caution and …
Keeping your InTheMarket.ie Polytunnel Environment Healthy Read More »
Now you have your Polytunnel, what to do if we get a proper Summer..not just a few sunny days…with those black clouds in the distance! If the weather person mentions High Pressure or even Heatwave, you need to be prepared. A heat wave can wreak havoc on your crops. Especially if they’re grown in a …
Polytunnels – Your Guide To Managing Yours During an Irish Summer Read More »
Polytunnels are also referred to as high tunnels, hoop houses and polyhouses, but what exactly are they? Well you’ve come this far, so let’s get straight into it… What is a Polytunnel? A polytunnel typically comprises crop bars, galvanised steel hoops, a polythene cover and base rails, which collectively form a tunnel-like structure. They are …
