Re: CULT:Pots:winter
In a message dated 9/9/05 11:26:40 AM Eastern Daylight Time, cholte@wi.rr.com
writes:
<< looked Reemay up on the computer and then did a
search for a local distributor. I just called
them. They heave never heard of Reemay. Does it
have another name? >>
I don't know what the story is at your local supply house, but this is not an
obscure horticultural product. Google "Reemay" and there is a good deal of
information.
This is the same sort of non-woven horticultural textile one finds sold as
"floating row cover." It is also sold as an aid to getting turf started under
the name "The Germinator." I've got a piece doing that chore in my little front
yard right now, and I would not sow that grass without it. The stuff comes in
various weights for various applications, in cut lengths or on rolls, in
various widths. Gardener's Supply has it, I believe. Many places do.
I use it for many applications from giving a bit of protection against frost,
to tenting plants on really hot days. I tented the tomatoes this summer when
we had those terrible sustained waves of windy days over 100 degrees F. It
provides a diffuse light that plants adore. You can rig up a tent with bamboo
poles, little stones, and rubber bands.
You can reuse it, patching or sewing up tears. I finally discard a piece when
it gets to the point that I can't get it clean any more by soaking it in a
plastic trash can of water with a splash of bleach.
Anner Whitehead
Richmond VA USA
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