Shade Houses

Shade Houses Research for Pop's Garden Specifications Roof It can be flat, gabled, or rounded. Shade Cloth Green is most preferred among gardeners/growers. Black allows more light but traps heat which can stunt growth. White is cooler. A striped "reflective" fabric of thinly striped black and white is also an option. Other colors are also sometimes available. Shade Percentage of Shade Cloth Overall, 50% is probably the most versatile shading percentage and most commonly used for gardeners. Vegetables grow best in 30 - 50% Plants tend to prefer 40-60% For orchids or ferns, 75% or higher is recommended Size The entire space in Pop's Garden where the shade house is to be located is 21' x 32', wall to wall. To leave approximately 3 feet on each side, the structure needs to be about 15' x 26'. Several standardized sizes are available. They tend to by 8' to 10' wide and 20' to 24' deep. Floor An earthen floor is probably coolest. Whatever is chosen, it will need to drain well. Openings and Doors Having it enclosed helps with parasites and grazers. Gaps or openings are helpful for air flow, however. A double opening is wise if growing larger items (such as a banana tree, for example). EFTA01223132 Shade Houses Research for Pop's Garden Positioning North to South positioning will provide the most even sun exposure. Frame Aluminum, Steel, and Galvanized Steel seem to be standard. Wood is also an option but requires more maintenance. A protective paint on steel every three to four years will increase longevity. One expert recommended at least 16 gauge for the frame. Posts can be set into the ground or set in cement. Pricing Company W XL Ht Color % Walls? Door? Frame Price Growerssupply 14' X 24' 8' - Round Black 50% Yes End Cloth Panel $99 17ga - Steel $1,025 Farmtek 10' X 20' 10' Gable Black 50% Side Panels $145 Ea Can probably adapt additional side panels 17 ga — Triple- Galvanized structural steel (USA) $535 Greenhouse Megastore 8 x 20 Unspec. Gable Black 50% Side Panels could probably be customized Can probably be customized Unspec $269 C-Mac 12 x 24 Gable, flat, or lean-to Green 50% Yes 1 Swing (both ways) Door 25.4 x 1.6mm galvanized tube AU $4680 WinterGardenz 10x 24 9' Gable Any Screen Yes 2 Sliding Doors Powder Coated Aluminum N2 $9495 EFTA01223133 Shade Houses Research for Pop's Garden Growerssupply https://www.growerssupply.com/farm/supplies/prod1;gs_shade_houses_shade_cloth- gs_sunblocker_commercial_shadehouse;d3d9b36d_1820SPC50.html Farmtek https://www.farmtek.com/farm/supplies/prodl;ft_cooling_vent_heating-ft_shade_cloth_material- ft_sunblocker_backyard_shadehouse;3a7b6fc4_1020SPC50.html EFTA01223134 Shade Houses Research for Pop's Garden Greenhouse Megastore https://www.greenhousemegastore.com/structures/shade-houses/shelterlogic-shade- structure?returnur1=%2fstructures%21shade-houses%21 C-Mac https://www.cmac.com.au/nursery-equipment/shade-houses EFTA01223135 Shade Houses Research for Pop's Garden Wintergardenz https://www.wintergardenz.co.nz/store/p79/10x24shadehouse.html EFTA01223136 Shade Houses Research for Pop's Garden Videos and links about Shade Houses: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnwRBFci7OM This is an informative video about shade house structures. https://www.greenhousemegastore.com/solaro-exterior-reflective-shade Some say this (above) helps reduce heat while allowing photosynthesis. Black fabric increases heat by up to 30% which can stress and consequently slow plant growth despite light exposure. Green fabric is most commonly used and is cooler than black. 30% Shade http://leafwoodrock.com.au/2017/12/choosing-the-best-shade-cloth-for-your-garden/ This (above) provides a little more information on different colors of shade cloth and their benefits https://www.gothicarchgreenhouses.com/Shadehouses.htm Can custom order. We have provided specs. Awaiting quote. EFTA01223137