Reply To: Polytunnel or greenhouse

[Freed]

Hi Don
Of course a greenhouse of any kind or a polytunnel is only a giant cloche, as you say. That’s not a problem. They are only there to provide a sheltered environment away from the worst excesses of weather or pests.
As an organic gardener it’s surprising that you’re not concerned about introducing concrete into the garden. It’s so bad for the environment. We have been trying to reduce the concrete we inherited with this garden. It was almost covered in crazy paving, broken up and ugly too. Since we took up much of it and improved the soil we have had a noticeable increase in wildlife. We try to reuse the pieces of concrete as drystone walls which look nice and provide habitats for small animals and insects. Looking forward to new projects in the new year once we get a couple of health problems out of the way. Happy New Year.