Season extension is the way forth for gardeners who seek to do more, and get more out of their garden. So even when it’s gotten cold and the neighbor’s called it a season, you can choose to challenge the elements and cultivate your favorite plants beyond their usual growing period. Gurney’s offers some of the most essential season extenders.
Rain, frost, snow and wind are the obvious, most potent threats your plants face during the cold season. A fully heated greenhouse equipped with artificial lights is one of the most effective ways of countering inclement weather conditions and growing round the year.
Row covers offer an easy, effective way of protecting your plants from frost as well as insect pests. These are usually made from permeable polypropylene material that lets in air, sunlight and water to help keep the plants growing even under adverse conditions. Our Floating Row Cover is a regular-weight cover that’s adequate for light frost protection, doubles as a surprisingly efficient insect control, and has been found to improve seed sprouting as well!
Row tunnels or “quick hoops” usually comprise an arc shaped frame covered with plastic sheet to create a greenhouse- like environment that boosts plant growth while at the same time, protecting them from the cold. Our Polythene Grow Tunnel is a fully-assembled grow tunnel with galvanized steel wire hoops- ideal for both short and long plant rows!
Mulches
Mulching is a time tested way of keeping the plants warm by preventing heat loss. Organic mulches make for the simplest mode of retaining ground heat. If you’re growing on a large-scale, you might want to opt for commercially available synthetic mulches.
A little planning and the right season extending techniques are all you need to keep up your spirits and growing activities weeks into this cold season.
