Optional Extras Worth-Considering For Your Polytunnel

If you are thinking about purchasing a polytunnel, you've probably been researching polytunnelsUK suppliers, comparing reviews and trying to figure out which polytunnels best suit your needs. While these are all important considerations, you also need to think about the internal layout and any additional fittings you might need. Buying extras along with your polytunnel will give you leverage to negotiate a better deal and also save on delivery costs. Here are some of the extras worth considering.

 


Floor covering

A great design feature of a polytunnel is you can construct it directly on top of earth. You don't need a concrete slab like a greenhouse. This gives you the option to plant directly into soil, think about what to use inside the polytunnel, raised garden beds or cover the floor with mulch, gravel, sheeting or pavers. Depending on your intended use, a quality membrane floor covering can be a great option. It will prevent weeds and allow easy sweeping of soil and sand. A floor covering works particularly well if you plan to grow plants in pots. Excess potting mix can be easily swept up, and you can pop in and out of your tunnel without the need for garden footwear.

 

Shelving

Another great addition for growing potted plants is shelving. It enables you to maximise the use of vertical space and makes tending to potted plants far easier. You'll be able to grow  a lot more and also easily rotate plants depending on their sunlight needs.

 

Raised Beds

Raised garden beds or growing tables are a great choice if bending is becoming increasingly difficult. Apart from giving you easier access to plants, raising the height of the plants also protects them from pests such as snails and slugs.

 

Irrigation

Polytunnel plants are 100% reliant on artificial watering. Installing an irrigation system can save you time, reduce water consumption and ensure plants are adequately moist. A drip feed system delivering water directly to the plant's roots is the most efficient way to water. There's no evaporation or damage to foliage as the water tube is buried under the ground. You can also install a water tank and guttering to collect rainwater to supply your irrigation system.

 

Smart Technology

The advent of smart technology has made polytunnel growing far less labour intensive. You can now install smart systems to manage the ventilation, irrigation and heating requirements of your polytunnelby installing smart technology.

 

If you are unsure what extras you might need for your polytunnel repairs or installation, talk to PolytunnelsRus. We've been in the industry for over 20 years and have first-hand experience of what does and doesn't work well with polytunnels around the UK.



We stock a wide range of polytunnels, spare parts andto supply a range of optional extras. Our experts are happy to provide a free quote on request. Call us today on 0800 772 0568.

Location: London, UK

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