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Old January 1, 2007   #5
'mater
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Default Re: Hoophouse ideas. Please.

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Originally Posted by dcarch

Here are some of my considerations (limitations):

1. I only have room in the front lawn for about 30” x 15’.
Seriously? 30 inches wide? Just making sure it wasn't a typo...

If it is that narrow, a version of what I'm considering for my new (slightly) raised beds might work. I'm modifying some plans for pvc hoophouses to create some low (2.5-3 feet high) frames using specialized couplers and snap over clamps to tighten and hold the cover. Not sure if I'll be able to bend it over that much, but figure to use angled couples if necessary to create a more box like frame. Might not be the most visually appealing option though and certainly wouldn't be an option if you were trying to use it late in the season as an extender over mature veggies (unless they were low growing).

I'm just looking for something to warm soil and allow me to give some things an early start. My thoughts are certainly a work in progress and I'll be interested to see what other possibilities are offered for you...
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