CROP COVERS TO FIT YOUR NEEDS
May 25, 2021
4 minutes
Garden covers aren’t just for growing into winter or protecting from frost. They can be used all year long to boost yields, protect from pests, reduce disease, establish summer sowings and improve crop quality. I use a variety of fabrics, devices and structures to capture heat, reduce heat, provide shade and create a barrier against pests. Most of them, like shade cloths, row covers and mini tunnels, are inexpensive or easily made. A few, like polytunnels and greenhouses, require a larger investment.
WHAT TYPE OF PROTECTION DOES YOUR GARDEN NEED?
What type of structure you ultimately choose depends on what your goals are. Do you want an extra-early
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