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Greenhouse ground covers: how to choose and use them?

Ground cover - also referred to as weed control fabric - is used in horticulture greenhouses for various purposes, such as light reflection, weed control, slope protection and for clearing the greenhouse. What type of ground cover to choose depends on the application. In this article, our specialist explains the different types of greenhouse ground covers, how to choose and how to use them.
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Martin Meuldijk
Specialist Crop Rotation | June 16, 2023 | 4 min. reading time

Greenhouse ground cover for light reflection

If you are growing a light-sensitive crop, you want to use the full potential of the available day and/or artificial light. By using a white ground cover, you can create additional light reflection. The white fabric reflects the light, considerably increasing the total amount of light reaching your crop.

Weed control

As we mentioned in the introduction, ground cover is also reffered to as weed control. Ground cover is often also used to counteract the growth of weeds. In most cases black ground cover is used, which is placed on the bottom of the greenhouse. Lines or windows have been drawn on this fabric, making it easy to position the plants for maximum effect. When purchasing, pay attention to the firmness: one ground cover may be suitable for average use, whereas others are more suited for intensive use. 

Choosing the right ground cover for your greenhouse

Which factors to consider by selecting the right ground cover for your greenhouse? Consider factors such as crop type, climate conditions, and desired level of weed suppression when choosing from our ground cover options. Woven ground covers, for example, offer excellent durability and weed control, making them ideal for long-term use in enduring crops. Non-woven ground covers provide effective weed suppression and are suitable for annual crops and shorter cultivation periods. By understanding your specific requirements and consulting our knowledgeable team, you can make an informed decision to maximize the benefits of your chosen ground cover. 

Ground cover fabric of high quality

Ground cover fabric is an eco-friendly and sustainable solution for weed management in horticulture. Our fabric is designed to be durable, tear-resistant, and UV-stabilized, ensuring long-lasting performance in diverse growing conditions. By using ground cover fabric, you can significantly reduce reliance on herbicides and manual weeding, minimizing the environmental impact of your cultivation practices. Embrace the efficiency and sustainability of ground cover fabric to foster healthy crops and maintain weed-free fields.

Benefits of our greenhouse ground covers

At Royal Brinkman we offer a diverse assortment of ground covers, each of them designed to optimize the productivity of crops. These ground covers provide a reliable barrier against unwanted weeds while allowing essential air, water, and nutrients to reach the plant roots. Additionally, they retain moisture, prevent soil erosion, and maintain optimal soil temperature, creating a favorable microclimate for your crops. Experience the benefits of our high-quality ground covers and discover our full assortment. 

Cleaning out the greenhouse

In order to clear the greenhouse mechanically during crop rotations, many growers use crop clear fabric. This fabric is woven to match the working width of the clearing machines and benefits from reinforced edges so that it can withstand the tensile force of the machines.

Crop clear fabric is available in white and black. If you have a light-sensitive crop and you want to create additional light reflection, you can opt for white crop clear fabric, which you can leave throughout growing season. If you want to use the crop clear fabric for clearing the greenhouse during crop rotations only (and, therefore, not leave it during the crop cycle), you can opt for black ground cover. 

Cleaning the ground cover

In most cases, ground cover is used for several growing seasons. In that case, it is important that you clean and disinfect the ground cover before the start of each new crop cycle. This way, you prevent diseases and infestations from remaining in the greenhouse and your new crop becoming infected. 
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Greenhouse ground covers: how to choose and use them?

Ground cover - also referred to as weed control fabric - is used in horticulture greenhouses for various purposes, such as light reflection, weed control, slope protection and for clearing the greenhouse. What type of ground cover to choose depends on the application. In this article, our specialist explains the different types of greenhouse ground covers, how to choose and how to use them.
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Greenhouse ground cover for light reflection

If you are growing a light-sensitive crop, you want to use the full potential of the available day and/or artificial light. By using a white ground cover, you can create additional light reflection. The white fabric reflects the light, considerably increasing the total amount of light reaching your crop.

Weed control

As we mentioned in the introduction, ground cover is also reffered to as weed control. Ground cover is often also used to counteract the growth of weeds. In most cases black ground cover is used, which is placed on the bottom of the greenhouse. Lines or windows have been drawn on this fabric, making it easy to position the plants for maximum effect. When purchasing, pay attention to the firmness: one ground cover may be suitable for average use, whereas others are more suited for intensive use. 

Choosing the right ground cover for your greenhouse

Which factors to consider by selecting the right ground cover for your greenhouse? Consider factors such as crop type, climate conditions, and desired level of weed suppression when choosing from our ground cover options. Woven ground covers, for example, offer excellent durability and weed control, making them ideal for long-term use in enduring crops. Non-woven ground covers provide effective weed suppression and are suitable for annual crops and shorter cultivation periods. By understanding your specific requirements and consulting our knowledgeable team, you can make an informed decision to maximize the benefits of your chosen ground cover. 

Ground cover fabric of high quality

Ground cover fabric is an eco-friendly and sustainable solution for weed management in horticulture. Our fabric is designed to be durable, tear-resistant, and UV-stabilized, ensuring long-lasting performance in diverse growing conditions. By using ground cover fabric, you can significantly reduce reliance on herbicides and manual weeding, minimizing the environmental impact of your cultivation practices. Embrace the efficiency and sustainability of ground cover fabric to foster healthy crops and maintain weed-free fields.

Benefits of our greenhouse ground covers

At Royal Brinkman we offer a diverse assortment of ground covers, each of them designed to optimize the productivity of crops. These ground covers provide a reliable barrier against unwanted weeds while allowing essential air, water, and nutrients to reach the plant roots. Additionally, they retain moisture, prevent soil erosion, and maintain optimal soil temperature, creating a favorable microclimate for your crops. Experience the benefits of our high-quality ground covers and discover our full assortment. 

Cleaning out the greenhouse

In order to clear the greenhouse mechanically during crop rotations, many growers use crop clear fabric. This fabric is woven to match the working width of the clearing machines and benefits from reinforced edges so that it can withstand the tensile force of the machines.

Crop clear fabric is available in white and black. If you have a light-sensitive crop and you want to create additional light reflection, you can opt for white crop clear fabric, which you can leave throughout growing season. If you want to use the crop clear fabric for clearing the greenhouse during crop rotations only (and, therefore, not leave it during the crop cycle), you can opt for black ground cover. 

Cleaning the ground cover

In most cases, ground cover is used for several growing seasons. In that case, it is important that you clean and disinfect the ground cover before the start of each new crop cycle. This way, you prevent diseases and infestations from remaining in the greenhouse and your new crop becoming infected. 
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