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Clear Slitted Row Cover Low tunnels are ideal for the early production of many vegetable crops. They are constructed by installing 6-foot wide sheets of either slitted or perforated plastic over wire hoops that are spaced about 4 feet apart. To prevent wind damage, the cover is pulled taut over the hoops (but not stretched), and the edges are secured with soil. Generally, the cover is left over the plants for 3-4 weeks. The slits and perforations provide daytime ventilation, eliminating the need for manual venting. Low tunnels are generally used in conjunction with black plastic mulch for weed control and enhanced soil warming.
Frost protection of 2-4 degrees Fahrenheit is afforded by the covers, but the biggest benefit is growth enhancement provided by the daily increments of solar heating. Daytime temperatures might be excessive under the cover if ambient temperatures are above 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Under those conditions, partial removal of the cover might be necessary, especially for tomatoes and peppers that have open blossoms. In southern regions Insolar is recommended. This cover has a white pigment to reduce solar transmission which reduces the temperature under the cover.
Crops that are Suited for Slitted/Perforated Row Covers | |
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Vegetables | Warm season crops that are subject to infection with viruses such as tomatoes, pepper, and summer squash. |
Small Fruits | Strawberries in annual hill system |
Cut Flowers | The results from the use of slitted or perforated row covers on various crops will vary, but in general all crops will benefit. The primary precaution is to provide extra ventilation when there are daytime spikes in temperature or use insolar. Drip irrigation and mulch are recommended as part of the growing system. |
Wire for Hoops: Number 10 gauge Smooth Galvanized Steel wire is packaged in bundles of 100. Wires are 76 in. long and can be inserted 6 in. into the soil at each end to form a support hoop that is 16 in. - 18 in. high at the center. Wires should be spaced 5 ft. to 8 ft. apart
Advantages of slitted/perforated row covers:
Installation Tips |
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Space hoops about 4 ft. apart to prevent sagging of the covers. |
Apply covers on a calm day. |
Apply the cover taunt and secure the edges with soil. |
Machines are available for hoop and cover installation. |
To prevent weed growth under the cover, install the cover right along the edges of the black plastic mulch. |
Great product for the price. Good quality and will last a few years. The best place I've found to buy pots.
This test was easy and convenient. The results came back quickly. I found out I was very low in nitrogen. Glad I found that out before I planted tomatoes and peppers.
My neighbor saw how great my fabric was instead of the stuff from big box stores. He wanted me to order for him and that is this order. He is excited to get it in.
Work great for what we needed. Nice quality trays!
Just what I would expect for cardboard beer boxes. Get the job done. Will buy again.
We've used these 6" pots two years to pot bare=root seedlings to give to school children. They work great for that purpose. Easy to transport. Allow seedlings to bud out before taking to schools. Easy to explain to kids how to plant the trees/shrubs without having to remove them from the pots. Smaller pots don't provide enough room inside to contain the roots of the seedlings.
They look great
These work GREAT in holding down your weed fabric! Easy to install and I’ve even used these in the garden to secure plant trellis strings.
Have ordered custom shade cloth from Growers Solution in the past and have been satisfied both times. I would order again.
Sturdy enough to be able to cut in half, to use 25 cells at a time, which is easier to handle.
I've used both ground covers and have been very satisfied with the performance of both. It's important to cut any folage as low as possible or and left over stumps or hard stems or roots. I use 30% vinegar on the area also. You will have some weeds appear at anchors. The vinegar will take careof that.
Good product. I will buy more.
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