Getting Into Polytunnels

1. Getting Into Polytunnels Grow your own produce? Growing fresh produce at home, or in a field, is on the increase in the UK. As we all know, climatic conditions in the can be often challenging. To grow fruits, flowers, and vegetables all year round, investing in small polytunnels, is a good idea. You can find polytunnels for sale by searching online to find quality manufacturers and polytunnel suppliers. There are also specialist publications available, where you can learn more about polytunnels and what to go grow as a newbie. Installing A Polytunnel Is it difficult to install a polytunnel? If you have not installed one before, getting some professional advice is the best way forward. There are companies that sell both small polytunnels and larger sizes of tunnels, more for professional growers and producers. As with everything else, there is a learning curve to growing plants in polytunnels. When purchasing a polytunnel for sale or acquiring their professional

2. services, you have the opportunity to ask for advice and learn more about permaculture. Most polytunnels for sale kits, or bespoke builds will come with instructions Are Polytunnels Expensive? Small polytunnels are not generally expensive. Buying small tunnels in a kit form, is one of the best ways to enter the world of permaculture and grow your own crops. When you shop around for polytunnels for sale, the first thing you notice is that it is not only about the various makes and models. You can also purchase accessories and various covers for your tunnel. It is best to budget for the tunnel itself, as well as any accessories you might require depending on the selected crop. You also need to think about what type of cover you should use. The choice of different covers is extensive and depends on what you would like to grow. Your location in the UK can also matter. What Can I Grow in a Polytunnel? Don’t for one moment think that you are limited to what you can grow in small polytunnels. As long as you lay out your tunnel in the right way for the crops concerned, there are plenty of things you can grow all year round. However, before you start shopping around for small polytunnels for sale, it is a good idea to think about what you want to grow. It is a good idea to start with easy crops. For instance, vegetables and salad crops, such as cabbages, carrots and pak-choi do well in polytunnels. They are all rather foolproof, when it comes to both planting and looking after. When gaining more experience, you can then move on to different types of crops, that need more care and attention. Final Thoughts How long does it take to get started? Once you have decided what size of small tunnel is right for you, it is time to start shopping for seeds and plants. Needless to say, it is best to grow plants that take up less space in smaller polytunnels. If you want to grow larger plants and fruits or use it for storage, it is important to bear this in mind when you check out polytunnels for sale. Starting off small is the best way to learn what you need to know about permaculture and it is so easy to add an extension. Read More: Finding the Right Polytunnel Supplier for Your Needs Light Polytunnel Covers vs Heavy Duty Polytunnels