{"id":28805,"date":"2016-10-06T18:48:35","date_gmt":"2016-10-06T11:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.siamlandbank.com\/propertynews\/property-news\/why-i-love-my-polytunnel-kim-stoddart\/"},"modified":"2016-10-06T19:04:26","modified_gmt":"2016-10-06T12:04:26","slug":"why-i-love-my-polytunnel-kim-stoddart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.siamlandbank.com\/propertynews\/property-news\/why-i-love-my-polytunnel-kim-stoddart\/","title":{"rendered":"Why I love my polytunnel | Kim Stoddart"},"content":{"rendered":"


\nPolytunnels are cheaper than a greenhouse, yet they still offer a haven from the weather for you and your plantsAs the seasons change and even sunnier days arrive with that familiar autumnal nip in the air, I\u2019m reminded of how my polytunnel really comes into its own. This structure covered in a thin layer of plastic is now invaluable to my growing efforts, providing protection against the lashing rain we had last week in West Wales and affording greater resilience in the battle against extreme weather that faces us for the foreseeable future. It\u2019s no wonder that polytunnel growing is on the rise. They are a lot cheaper to buy than a greenhouse and relatively easy to put up yourself. If you can fit one in, they really do take your fruit and veg growing onto a whole new level, widening the range of what you can grow successfully in the first place: you\u2019ll be able to grow grapes, melons, cucumbers, peppers, aubergines and chillies. Plus it provides a delightful haven from the worst of the weather outside. If you\u2019re feeling tempted, spring is the best time to construct one in your garden or on your allotment, although there seem to be lots of discounts around now, so out of season may be a cheaper time to buy. You\u2019ll need to situate your polytunnel carefully: a sunny spot on a level area with some protection from wind is preferable. As long as it isn\u2019t more than 3m tall and doesn\u2019t take up more than 50% of your garden, or cause an issue for your neighbours, planning permission is not normally required. If in doubt though, do check with your local planning department first. Here are just some of the ways you will stand to benefit: Continue reading…
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\nSource : theguardian.com
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