Polytunnel size

[gengis]

Hi my last poly was 3x2m whuch has too be replaced. I could get a 3x4m which would be very tight and would need to loose 2 very small outside beds. Is the extra space worth it or should i just stick with the 3x2. Thanjs for any advice.

[Nicos]

I’ve never had a polytunnel but would certainly go for the 3x4m .
Surely you wouldn't be losing the small beds in that you could recreate them inside for say early/ late salad crops etc and so extending your growing season?

[gengis]

Thanks yes csn bring those beds inside may go for the larger sizeI

[Nicos]

Sounds great!
Oh I do love spending other people’s money for them !

[Vince G]

I've always had a 10ft x 10ft poly and find it is very adequate for me and Mrs G. 18 inch path down the middle, tomatoes on one side underplanted with basil, then peppers, cukes, chillies melons and aubergines on the other. We freeze loads of peppers and chillies (still got bags left) and in a good year make about 20 takeaway tins of pasta sauce. If all that is sufficient produce for you, go for the bigger one

[Andraste]

I guess it really comes down to the number of different crops and how many of each plant you realistically need gengis I love the idea of a polytunnel but it doesn't fit with our growing style (don't grow enough stuff that likes it hot or get to the allotment often enough to keep up with watering needs in warmer weather).

I'd make a list of all the things you'd like to grow and roughly how many of each plant you'd like/need/use/be able to or want to store, then knock together a rough plan of how much space they will take up. With that info, as well as your experience with the smaller size, you'll have a better idea of whether you'll fully utilise the space and can justify the extra cost.