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High tunnel hoop house- suggestions greatly appreciated

Mike
9 years ago

Hello everyone,

New to this section, I'm a regular over on the tomato forum lol .. I was absolutely obliterated with septoria this past season and refused to let it happen again next year.. My solution was building this 14x36x10' high tunnel.. I purchased the kit from farmtek (growers supply). As of yesterday she's finally complete! A little touch and go with stretching the film but I think it will suffice.. It was hard covering this baby with only myself and one other man but we got it done..

My only concern is the "anchoring system." The manufacturer claims that the ground posts (driven down around 2') are sufficient anchoring.. I beg to differ as they could be pulled up if I desired to do so.. Should I look into alternative anchoring? Thoughts from the experienced greatly appreciated.. I'm also wondering if I could get away without powered ventilation here in the northeast (CT) with the sides and doors up.. Any thoughts, criticisms or suggestions welcomed and appreciated!

Thanks!
-Mike