Winter gardening con't.

The PVC 1/2" piping is secured well to the sides of the raised bed with four brackets on either end of each length of pipe. Plus, there's a length of string, not visible in the photo, crisscrossing over the plastic between the pvc. We get some good winds here. It's not had a big test, yet. Waiting for a nor'easter!

There is a thermometer in the tunnel. I'm not able to monitor regularly. But, the temp, on a sunny, warmish (40's) day,  reaches the 60's.

December gardening

Winter gardening has its rewards and challenges.

Buttoned-up

Clips allow for ease of access.

It's great to be eating fresh, home-grown greens in December.



On the other hand..it seems aphids thrive in the enclosed environment. I've lost one broccoli plant. Hopefully, spraying with biodegradable soap will stop the spread of the little buggers.

Aphid eggs..yuck

I've found storm windows to cover my cold frame that is within the tube. The plastic cover doesn't hold up during rain..it collapsed. The glass storms will be great for spring when tube is removed.