There area few key factors in ensuring your polytunnel stays still, even in a serious gale there shouldn’t be much reason to fear, though if you’ve already got one you do question at home, I hope the polytunnel is holding up 😀 – still, let’s look at how to fix one in properly and make sure it never blows away – and if it does, your neighbouring polytunnels went long before yours! So here’s some tips to hold polytunnel down here: In this review we will touch on the ease at which the tunnel is constructed, as well as the ease of use in general, in terms of transportability, added features and room for movement inside the tunnel but some main pointers that serve all polytunnels: The video should serve as a prudent reminder buying is half the job or less, the other half is having this thing really deep rooted into the ground so here’s some tips to make sure yours doesn’t blow away: Anchor your polytunnel properly

The only thing it’s realistically missing but I can accept at this price point is a pivot door like the FeelGoodUK PRO– that would have elevated this unit a long long way and secured top spot – with the new range next year I’ll be paying close attention but for now, this is my top spot. Pros: If you want you can re-stitch that, I just don’t think the aesthetics is anything to worry about at all and so duct tape is the solution. The real solution after that though is hot spot tape. What is hot spot tape? Basically it’s a foam tape that reduces the stress between the metal pole and canvas. The softer edge means when the window blows it’s much less likely to become a problem with damaged corners – and that’s where it always starts.

By far the first thing that you need to think about is the actual size of polytunnel that is going to be right for you. Whether you actually have an allotment or are wanting a polytunnel for your garden, you are going to need to consider the amount of space that you have available and then the space that you actually need. Polytunnels are traditionally quite large but there are now a wide range of models depending on exactly what you are looking for. Weigh the thing down big – you’ve seen above what happens when you don’t – ensure you have a good amount of soil ready to load up the sides – or sandbags Bolts are normally 8 to 12mm and an impact driver makes this a breeze as well as can really secure the bolts Garden Point Green Polytunnel – bit of a tear on the corner – is there anything duct tape won’t fix? 😀 From years of experience though I prefer to use 22mm pipe cover. This can be installed after you have the cover on – a massive advantage over hot spot tape if you are doing this retrospectively: Using pipe cover is far more effective than hot spot tape as it can be done retrospectively and is cheap too Assembly and Ease of Use

Aside from this feature, essentially everything else is the same between the VonHaus and VOUNOT polytunnel, apart from one essential detail – the price. Given the fact that both polytunnels measure 2 metres in height, 3 metres in length and 2 metres in width, both have the same strong and sturdy frame, and both have ventilation windows, you would think that they would cost the same. However, VOUNOT is considerably cheaper than its competitor VonHaus, which is the very reason it wins the top spot on this list. Make sure you don’t do the frame sides up tight, slide the canvas over the hoops first so there’s more play – this is going to almost certainly save you from damaging the cover as a result of it being too tight to pull over. Grow a variety of flowers, plants and vegetables in this 3x2 metre polytunnel by Garden Grow. Constructed using powder coated steel frames covered with a waterproof PE protector, this polytunnel is durable and easy to construct. You may be wondering whether an allotment polytunnel is right for you, what they are really used for, how they vary from greenhouses or just whether you actually need one! Well let us explain…These handy tips are more than enough to see you through a simply install but a further bonus is to have a cordless drill and impact driver with the correct size hexagonal bit for the nut – normally 8-12mm that I’ve seen in my experience assembling these kits. Space – height not just surface area is key Suttons strives to ensure that all its plants are delivered to you in the perfect condition for planting. While the majority of our nursery plants cope well with slight delays in intransit, sadly, the time it takes to deliver to certain locations in the UK means that we can't guarantee this for some of our smaller plug products and tender bedding and vegetable lines, which do not respond well to the extra journey time. So regretfully while we offer the majority of our live plant offering nationwide, we are unable to ship plugs, begging plants and tender vegetable plants to the following areas: HS, IV41-IV49, IV51, IV55-56, KW15-KW17, PA34, PA41-48, PA60-PA78, PA80, PH40-PH44, TR21-TR24, ZE1-ZE3.

So how is this beast constructed? Good question. The frame comes in four huge hoops with one swinging door at the front of the tunnel. The frame is made from a rust-resistant tubular steel, powder coated to enhance the frame’s overall strength and extend its lifespan. Unlike the other polytunnels we have looked at so far in this review, the VonHaus polytunnel frame is connected by screws and bolts and not plastic attachments. This feature works hard to reassure me of the sturdiness of the polytunnel, however it does of course make constructing the product that little bit harder. Despite saying this, with all of the assembly parts included, in addition to clear instructions to help the user, the assembly of this product is surprisingly easier than you would expect – plus once you’re done assembling the tent you will have a structure the size of a shed, so the assembly process is bound to be a little longer than that of VonHaus’ smaller counterpart polytunnel. This article will be focussing on using your polytunnel for crop growth, so if that sounds like your kind of thing, then stay tuned. Before jumping straight into the range of polytunnels available to the buyer on the UK market, it is first important to know exactly what you should be looking for in your search for a brand new polytunnel. What you need to known when buying a polytunnel

Constructed using powder coated steel frames covered with a waterproof PE protector, this polytunnel is durable and easy to construct. Supplied with high-quality, durable, metal pegs to ensure it’s always secure to the ground. If you decide that your crops are ready to face the weather alone, simply move the lightweight tunnel to your next crop or deconstruct with ease for use again next season.

You’ve got your 6 roll up vents, they are definitely needed along with opening the door on the hottest Summer days, overall this is a real bargain. Pros: It features double stitched seams for maximum durability and has a double zip door that can be rolled up for easy access. There are also netted windows to ensure the temperature within the greenhouse can be controlled. These windows can also be covered by rolling down the PE covers. Perfect to keep young plants protected during harsher conditions and to grow a variety of flowers, plants and vegetables. It features double stitched seams for maximum durability and has a double zip door that can be rolled up for easy access. There are also netted windows to ensure the temperature within the greenhouse can be controlled. These windows can also be covered by rolling down the PE covers.This Garden Grow 3x2 Polytunnel cover is just what you need when your original cover has shown some wear and tear and needs updating. The Polytunnel cover comes with netted windows to ensure temperature control, the right amount of light exposure and flying pest prevention. A polytunnel is basically a way of protecting your plants from the joys of the Great British weather! Usually built using a steel frame and a polythene cover of the top to create the tunnel, they will be able to support a warmer climate for your plants whilst protecting them from rain, wind and pests. Polytunnels are becoming increasingly popular, due to them generally being a cheaper option than a greenhouse, not only this but they are now more versatile and not just for those people with an allotment or commercial use. There are smaller models available for people with less space that are still wanting to grow and protect their plants and crops. Not only this, but another advantage of a polytunnel is that the ground underneath them doesn’t need to be completely level for them to be erected – this means that they can be successfully used in areas where greenhouses may not! In A Hurry? Given this is 90cm odd high you’ve got loads of options – firstly you can get in and work no problem, secondly and also very favourable is the possibility of raised planters. You can grow your veg inside these without the worry of invasion – or at least far less! The big plus is it’ll trap the moisture so you’ll end up watering less too. We found models started at around 10ft x 10ft and went up to as big as 20ft by 70ft! This is a huge difference which is obviously going to be impacted by the space that you have available. Make sure to consider that you will need space around your polytunnel to actually erect it but also to complete any maintenance, so we would never recommend FILLING the available space that you have, no matter how tempting this may be! If you do not have purpose-built housing you could use a garden shed or polytunnel, as long as there is adequate light, space and ventilation.’