polytunnels
Covered growing tunnels
Polytunnels is the plural of polytunnel—a long, semi-cylindrical structure made of polyethylene sheeting stretched over metal hoops, used to protect crops and extend growing seasons.
More common in British English; Americans typically say hoop house or high tunnel.
The farm's polytunnels let them grow tomatoes year-round.
Circular bands or rims
- polyethyleneThermoplastic from ethylene gas
- steel frameMetal structural support system
- galvanizedStimulated into sudden activity
- tubingHollow cylindrical conduit
arches · cladding · anchorage · ventilation · doorway · ridge · span · guttering
Climate-controlled plant enclosure
- growingIncreasing or enlarging
- seedlingsNewly germinated plants
- propagationAct of spreading widely
- transplantingMoving living growth elsewhere
harvesting · irrigation · hydroponics · organic · crop rotation · composting · mulching · fertilizing
Measured heat intensity
- humidityMoisture in atmosphere
- frost protectionMeasures against ice damage
- windbreakBarrier against gusts
- microclimateLocalized atmospheric zone
heat retention · condensation · ventilation · shade · thermal mass · overheating · cooling · air circulation
Red fleshy fruits
- peppersSeasons or bombards repeatedly
- cucumbersCrisp elongated gourds
- strawberriesRed fruits with external seeds
- lettuceLeafy salad vegetable
salad greens · herbs · melons · aubergines · chillies · courgettes · basil · cut flowers
Protected place or structure
- coverProtect by overlaying
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
- shieldingProtecting from harm
- enclosureConfined, bordered space
bird netting · weather protection · hail damage · wind resistance · rain shelter
hoops
Circular bands or rims
- polyethyleneThermoplastic from ethylene gas
- steel frameMetal structural support system
- galvanizedStimulated into sudden activity
tubing · arches · cladding · anchorage · ventilation · doorway · ridge · span · guttering · netting
greenhouse
Climate-controlled plant enclosure
- growingIncreasing or enlarging
- seedlingsNewly germinated plants
- propagationAct of spreading widely
transplanting · harvesting · irrigation · hydroponics · organic · crop rotation · composting · mulching · fertilizing · pruning
temperature
Measured heat intensity
- humidityMoisture in atmosphere
- frost protectionMeasures against ice damage
- windbreakBarrier against gusts
microclimate · heat retention · condensation · ventilation · shade · thermal mass · overheating · cooling · air circulation · growing season
tomatoes
Red fleshy fruits
- peppersSeasons or bombards repeatedly
- cucumbersCrisp elongated gourds
- strawberriesRed fruits with external seeds
lettuce · salad greens · herbs · melons · aubergines · chillies · courgettes · basil · cut flowers · French beans
shelter
Protected place or structure
enclosure · bird netting · weather protection · hail damage · wind resistance · rain shelter