Fleece to speed growth of new plantings in spring, and mesh in summer to reduce pest damage

Ways to cover plantings and sowings with fleece to speed their growth. In early spring, fleece converts spare light to warmth and protects plants from cold winds.

The fleece I use is not the default, thin grade (17gsm) which disintegrates within a month or two. Look for thicker fleece at least 25gsm, maybe 30gsm, or 1oz/yard approx. As here https://www.gardening-naturally.com/30g-fleece. In this video are both 25gsm and 30gsm, some of the pieces are four years old.

Fleece is best for cool conditions and until spring temperatures by day are 20C/68F or more, after which you usually don't need it.
Mesh is more useful for pest protection, also against winter winds.
See my First Plantings video for results of using fleece to speed early plantings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yl8LIs5t2A

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Filmed at Homeacres by Edward Dowding on 9th April 2019 https://edowdingfilms.onfabrik.com/portfolio

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