Garden Tunnels Blog
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Autumn Garden Tunnel Recipes
Wondering what to cook during the rainy weather? Have a look at our favourite vegetable focused recipes, using produce grown from our Garden Tunnels.
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Worried About the Wind? Don’t BE!
The first question nearly everybody asks us is ‘Will this polytunnel stay up to the wind?’ The answer is a resounding and confident YES! Hear from some customers living on Scottish coast delighted with their Garden Tunnels!
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Growing for Victory!
”I looked at loads of different polytunnels before I bought one ….but the build quality and high sides of the Haygrove one stood out a mile …it’s had some bad weather thrown at it ..and never blinked.”
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Rolling out the Green Carpet
“I live high in the Welsh hills and the winds can be wicked but nothing has ever moved the tiniest bit. And the real icing on the cake – it has proper doors that close tightly, and gable ends that don’t require difficult, ugly pleating. I love it, and have even carpeted it, and put…
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Will it ever stop Raining?
Making the most of a very wet spring, we’ve been busy down on Bodmin Moor and fitting gutters to Garden Tunnels to collect rainwater for the drier months! Check out how you can fit gutters to your polytunnel for collecting the rainwater and know the ideal time for recovering your Garden Tunnel.
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Let The New Year Commence!
Hello! Happy New Year to everyone- hasn’t January flown by! A real contrast for us to start the year with as we spent a wonderful two weeks in South Africa. We were fortunate enough to have some beautiful weather as well as seeing some great sights, especially on Safari. It is never easy coming home…
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How is growing your own vegetables sustainable?
Growing your own food is not only fulfilling and cost-efficient, but it also helps to alleviate pressures on industrial food production. Global food suppliers directly contribute to a steady increase in carbon emissions through their methods of growing and distributing food. Research indicates that approximately 25% of global carbon emissions are caused by the worldwide…
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Care guide for your polytunnel Garden in hot weather
The weather during British summer time is unpredictable to say the least! The hot weather has returned this week, which can pose challenges to gardeners, especially those with polytunnel gardens. While polytunnels – https://gardentunnels.co.uk/shop/ provide protection and create a controlled environment, they also trap heat and increase the temperature inside. To ensure the health and…
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Should I be collecting rainwater?
Is water becoming less available? Despite recent downpours, reservoir levels across the country are not as they used to be because of lower-than-average rainfall in May and June. As seen in July, the impact of climate change and the mismanagement of water companies mean that hosepipe bans are becoming the norm in British Summertime. As a result, if you…
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How to install a polytunnel: 10 top tips for success
Garden tunnels are an excellent addition to any household garden, allotment, or smallholding, providing a controlled environment for your plants and helping to extend the growing season. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, installing a garden polytunnel can be the start of a rewarding hobby. You may be wondering ‘how do…
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What to grow in June
June has arrived! Discover the best fruits and vegetables to grow this month. Garden tunnels allow you to grow all year round making them a valuable asset to have in your garden. If you’re struggling to know what to grow in June, look at our helpful growing guide! WHat can you grow in your polytunnel…
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George Anderson Testimonial
Customer: George Anderson Really happy with the service you provided, also the quality and construction of the tunnel is first class. Really like the straight sides so that maximum growing can be achieved. Hopefully a successful first season will follow.