The last decade has seen an unprecedented rise in demand for organic fruit and vegetables, and each year more of us are discovering that home-grown food is fresher, tastier and more nutritious than food shipped in from elsewhere. A polytunnel can be used as an affordable, low-carbon aid to growing your own food all year round, from crispy salads and stir-fries in the dead of winter to juicy melons and mouthwatering grapes in high summer. The Polytunnel Handbook looks at all aspects of polytunnel use from planning your purchase to harvesting the rewards, and includes a step-by-step guide detailing how polytunnels are put up and maintained. There are chapters on developing healthy soil and preventing pests, and a jargon-free guide to the range of often mystifying accessories that many tunnel retailers offer. For the DIY enthusiast there is a full set of instructions for building a polytunnel from scratch, and the authors explain how to keep your polytunnel productive in every season.
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Polytunnels have a key role to play in the grow-your-own revolution, and a comprehensive guide such as this is long overdue. --Simon McEwan, Country Smallholding magazine
As someone considering buying a polytunnel, I am so pleased that I read this book first. The Polytunnel Handbook has guided me to the type of tunnel I need, made me think about the use and given me confidence to get started. --Liz Wright, Editor, Smallholder magazine
As someone considering buying a polytunnel, I am so pleased that I read this book first. The Polytunnel Handbook has guided me to the type of tunnel I need, made me think about the use and given me confidence to get started. --Liz Wright, Editor, Smallholder magazine
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A polytunnel can be used as an affordable, low-carbon aid to growing your own food all year round, from crispy salads and fresh vegetables in the dead of winter to juicy melons and mouth-watering grapes in high summer. But once you've decided to invest in a polytunnel, there are many questions to be answered, including:
- Do you need planning permission?
- What are the different sizes and types you can buy?
- Where should you put it, and how do you put it up?
- What can you use it for, how do you look after it, and what are the likely problems?
The Polytunnel Handbook looks at all aspects of using a polytunnel, from planning your purchase to harvesting the rewards, and includes a step-by-step guide detailing how polytunnels are put up and maintained. There are chapters on developing healthy soil and preventing pests, and a jargon-free guide to the range of often mystifying accessories that many tunnel retailers offer. For the DIY enthusiast there is a full set of instructions for building a polytunnel from scratch, and the authors explain how to keep your polytunnel productive in every season.
- Do you need planning permission?
- What are the different sizes and types you can buy?
- Where should you put it, and how do you put it up?
- What can you use it for, how do you look after it, and what are the likely problems?
The Polytunnel Handbook looks at all aspects of using a polytunnel, from planning your purchase to harvesting the rewards, and includes a step-by-step guide detailing how polytunnels are put up and maintained. There are chapters on developing healthy soil and preventing pests, and a jargon-free guide to the range of often mystifying accessories that many tunnel retailers offer. For the DIY enthusiast there is a full set of instructions for building a polytunnel from scratch, and the authors explain how to keep your polytunnel productive in every season.
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By Peter Ed
Format:Paperback
I'm in the process of doing my research before buying either a tunnel or greenhouse and bought this book to help me make a decision. It has saved me a lot of time and given me some very valuable pointers. For example, I couldn't decide whether I was best suited to a polytunnel or a large greenhouse. As a result of reading the book I am now buying a Keder house, something that didn't come up during my web searching. This information alone meant that the book was a worthwhile purchase.
There is a very useful list of manufacturers and suppliers and also a list of web resources in the appendix
Don't buy this book if you're wanting a detailed listing of what to grow and when to plant. In some ways I feel that the title of the book could be better, as it is far more valuble to someone who is thinking about buying a PT than someone who already has one erected and in use.
There is a very useful list of manufacturers and suppliers and also a list of web resources in the appendix
Don't buy this book if you're wanting a detailed listing of what to grow and when to plant. In some ways I feel that the title of the book could be better, as it is far more valuble to someone who is thinking about buying a PT than someone who already has one erected and in use.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By J. Hutchings
Format:Paperback
Worth every penny - this book is really clear and well structured to offer sound advice at all stages from planning to planting. It is easy to dip in and out of and has been very useful at every stage.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By M. Davies
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This book is packed with useful information including assembling and erecting your polytunnel, suggested internal layouts, advice on where to buy, what to grow and at what time of year depending on where you live in the UK. I would highly recommend this indispensible guide.
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Really handy book
My son wanted this book to get ideas,as he has just got hi,self a poly tunnel.
the book is very use full for him.
the book is very use full for him.
Published 1 month ago by shaz63
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Great Polytunnel coverage
Excellent book covers a lot of areas I had not even considered. Just a pity I had not bought it before I bought my Polytunnel.
Published 3 months ago by Mr DJ SPRUIT
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Very useful
Sensible book - sensible price - well written by people who know what they are talking about - the chance to look through the pages before placing the order was really useful -... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Merry
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Polytunnel Handbook
Perfect for those starting out with a Polytunnel,has tons of advice,which is really easy to understand.
It's full of lots of information,and great ideas too. Read more
It's full of lots of information,and great ideas too. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mrs. J. L. Lancaster
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Info when considering a polytunnel
As a beginner considering a polytunnel for my allotment, this book told me everything I wanted to know and more. Well written, well presented and informative.
Published 9 months ago by Annie
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Just what I needed
My first time working with a PT will be this Spring - so this book came highly recommended and it does exactly what it says on the tin!! Read more
Published 17 months ago by Suzieq
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To grow or not to grow in a Polytunne
An excellent book for those who think they might like to venture into polytunnelling! Well set out and informative. Read more
Published on 16 Mar 2011 by Helenelle
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Tunnel is easy
A collection of knowledge about the world of polytunnel.
It embrace tunnel building from the easy cheap self made western tunnel to the last model super cool double... Read more
It embrace tunnel building from the easy cheap self made western tunnel to the last model super cool double... Read more
Published on 28 Jan 2011 by Mario
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Well worth the read
Nice simple book with good ideas. Well worth a read before buying a polytunnel. It will make you spend more on your tunnel but the tips will hopefully be worth it when mine... Read more
Published on 19 Dec 2010 by DaveScay
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A 'must read' for new polytunnel owners
Thank goodness I found this book before I steamed ahead with my first polytunnel venture (adventure ?!). Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2010 by caroleinwales
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