Build a Shelter for Growing Tomatoes

Step 9 Results

Finally:
- Shelter in place.
- Shelter with tomato plants (it was last year; the rain gutter was not yet in place).
- Shelter in the winter (we had a LOT of snow last winter).

Results:
A great success: almost all our neighbors got a diseases on their (unsheltered) plants, but we did not !

Extensions:
- If cold temperature is an issue, you can use plastic film to cover any of the sides exposed to winds.
- Can be easily moved (from year to year).

Comments

[brissony]

To be honest, I don't know anything about gardening, that being said, as a method of getting your points across in a clear manner, your uses of green highlights in the construction photos was an great idea and worth the extra effort. Might just build a smaller version - thanks! Yvan from Ottawa

[arirang777]

Totally agree with the graphic highlights of details. Lots of close-ups, well explained and plenty pictures. I've thinking in something like this but been unable to place my finger on it. I want this, but with "plastic curtains" instead of walls as to a sort of greenhouse. Even today, last days of April, it's a bit chilly in the mornings here in Toronto. One question: Is PVC able to deal with direct sun/rain exposure without degrading? I know polycarbonate does that and offers a lot of mechanical durability, but it is damn costly. PVC is affordable and clear. Congrats Laxap!

[laxap]

(sorry for the late late answer) You are right. I used indeed polycarbonate. I'd say it is 3x or 4x more expensive than PVC, but its way more durable.

[vanadyl]

Outstanding tomato shelter! Looks like you practically built a greenhouse without the walls. Also looks like a lot of work, but I understand some of us need to have our tomato fix.