Why Should I Build A Hoop House?
What Is A Hoop House and Should You Build One?
By definition, a hoop house is a polytunnel is a tunnel typically made from steel and covered in polythene, usually semi-circular, square or elongated in shape. The interior heats up because incoming solar radiation from the sun warms plants, soil, and other things inside the building faster than heat can escape the structure (Wikipedia).
Is a hoop house really necessary?
You can think of a hoop house as a more affordable version of a greenhouse. For those of us in New England, it can be challenging to extend the lifetime of your garden thanks to our harsh winters. Did you know that for most New England gardens that you shouldn't plant anything until after Memorial Day because the ground isn't warm enough? That's crazy to think about.
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Follow this easy DIY step-by-step tutorial for building your very own hoop house to protect your backyard garden from the elements. 
What are the benefits for a hoop house?
With a hoop house, you can start the garden process during the winter months thanks to the sun warming up the environment within the house and the house protecting the young seedlings from the harsh environment outside of its walls.
To Summarize Why You Should Consider A Hoop House:
- Extends the lifetime of your garden.
- Allows you to start your seedlings during the winter months.
- Seedlings can thrive in a protected semi-controlled environment.
- Extends your harvest into the fall / winter.
A hoop house is one of the easiest ways to get your garden started when you are waiting for spring to be in full gear and to extend the life of your garden through the fall so your veggies have ample time to grow. It's one of the easiest projects you can do for your New England backyard garden.
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