Tag: row covers
Garden Fabrics
I have been known to use old bed sheets for frost and shade protection in my garden. But sheets have some disadvantages: they block too much light, can be unsightly, can block the rain, and must be removed during the daytime in the winter. I have also used plastic, which […]
Garden Shade & Frost Protection Using Garden Fabric
Garden shade or protection from frost are easy to accomplish using simple, inexpensive materials. Hoop houses covered with plastic sheeting or shade cloth are an economical way for farmers to protect crops from frost or excess sunlight. In a similar way, small gardens can be protected from cold by the […]