Growing Tomatoes in High Tunnels

By Michelle Fabio

High tunnels, alternately called hoop houses or high hoops, have become increasingly popular in tomato circles.

These temporary structures allow you to plant tomatoes in the ground but then cover them with plastic, rolling it up and down for ventilation and protection from frost. Plants are watered through irrigation tubes beneath the plastic.

Are high tunnels for you?

Here’s a rundown of the advantages and disadvantages of using a high tunnel system:

Advantages:

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