Description
Crop bar kits are designed to add overhead support within a polytunnel, making it easier to train and manage growing plants. Positioned across the internal hoops, they create practical fixing points for attaching wires, canes, netting or hanging baskets as crops develop.
Constructed from galvanised steel, these bars are built for use with compatible polytunnel frames. Once installed, they span the width of the structure and form a sturdy support system ideal for guiding tomatoes, cucumbers and other climbing or trailing plants.
Crop Bars For Plant Support And Added Stability
As well as supporting plants and accessories, crop bars can contribute to strengthening the overall tunnel frame. This extra reinforcement can be useful in more exposed locations or gardens that experience windy conditions.
Compatible With Common Polytunnel Sizes
These crop bar kits are suitable for:
- 8ft wide polytunnels
- 10ft wide polytunnels
- 12ft wide polytunnels
Choose the size that matches your tunnel width. You can view suitable polytunnels here.
What’s Included In The Crop Bar Kit
Each kit includes enough bars to fit across the internal hoops of the tunnel, excluding the two end hoops where door frames and end structures are positioned.
Fitting And Positioning
Crop bars are installed between the hoops at a height above head level. This keeps the main growing space clear while still allowing easy access to overhead support for tying in plants or suspending equipment.
Be aware that the length of your tunnel will influence how many bars can be fitted. For example, shorter tunnels such as 15ft models will typically only accommodate up to two crop bars, as they cannot be installed on the first or last hoops.