Temperature and humidity differences under plastic compared to glass
The report notes higher daytime temperatures by seven to ten degrees under plastic and much higher humidity. Engle attributes the variance to the plastic covering and says the temperatures reach desirable ranges earlier in the day, with watering considerations mentioned.
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Gardening experiment improves with wooden framing over plastic beds
Engle reports better results in the third year of a garden experiment as wooden 1x1/2 inch strips replace wind-damaged plastic supports. Watering with muslin beds occurred six times and sash covered beds six times by hand due to the sash removal.
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