THESE FANTASTIC CLOCHES ARE REALLY GREAT –  A  “CLOCHE” IS A COVER TO HELP PROTECT YOUR SEEDS, SEEDLINGS AND PLANTS FROM INSECTS, TO KEEP IT WARM AND AWAY FROM WINDS, TO KEEP IT DAMP AND HELP IT TO MAINTAIN HUMIDITY. PLUS YOU CAN GET A LONGER GROWING SEASON AND PERHAPS GROW THOSE PLANTS THAT HAVE EVADED YOU BEFORE!

BUYING THIS WILL GET YOU 10 CLOCHES.

WHAT IS A CLOCHE ANYWAY?

A cloche is a protective covering used in gardening to shield plants from adverse weather conditions and promote their growth. Traditionally, cloches were bell-shaped glass or plastic structures placed over individual plants or rows of plants in gardens or pots. However, modern cloches can come in various shapes and materials, including plastic, glass, or even fabric.

Here’s why a cloche is a handy item to have when growing seeds and plants in pots and your garden:

Protection from the Elements: Cloches provide protection against harsh weather elements such as frost, wind, heavy rain, and extreme temperatures. They act as a barrier, creating a microclimate around the plant that shields it from these external factors.

Temperature Regulation: Cloches help to regulate the temperature around the plant, keeping it warmer during cooler periods and providing insulation against cold snaps. This is especially beneficial during the early stages of growth when young plants are more vulnerable to temperature fluctuations.

Pest and Animal Protection: Cloches also serve as a barrier against pests and small animals that may feed on or damage tender seedlings. By covering the plant, you can prevent insects, birds, and rodents from accessing it.

Enhanced Growth: The controlled environment created by a cloche promotes faster and healthier growth of plants. By trapping heat and moisture, cloches create optimal conditions for seed germination and early plant development.

Extended Growing Season: Using cloches can extend the growing season by providing warmth and protection to plants, allowing you to start planting earlier in the spring or continue growing later into the autumn and winter.

When to use a cloche:

Early Spring: Use cloches to protect young seedlings from late frosts and cold temperatures, enabling you to start planting earlier in the season.

Late Autumn/Early Winter: Extend the growing season by using cloches to protect plants from frost and cold snaps as temperatures start to drop.

During Heavy Rain or Wind: Cloches can provide temporary protection during heavy rain or windstorms, preventing soil erosion and damage to delicate plants.

For Tender Plants: Use cloches for tender plants that require extra protection during their early growth stages or during periods of extreme weather.

Place your cloche over the plant or seeds, with your plants/seeds in your open garden the lip should be well under the soil to make sure it doesn’t blow away. If under cover or in a greenhouse, press the square bottomed cloche down on your round pot firmly or rest it on top, place small stones to hold it.

YOU WILL GET 10 CLOCHES. CLOCHES ARE NOT HARD BUT ARE VERY FLEXIBLE PLASTIC AND CAN LOOK CRUSHED UPON ARRIVAL, THEY CAN BE EASILY REFORMED. IF YOU CANNOT REFORM YOUR CLOCHES PLEASE STUFF THE STACK OF CLOCHES WITH PAPER AND LEAVE THEM IN A WARM PLACE, THEY WILL REFORM.