This heavy-duty poultry and fruit netting is a slightly stiff but flexible netting with a mesh siz...This heavy-duty poultry and fruit netting is a slightly stiff but flexible netting with a mesh size of 17mm x 17mm, ideal for use on fruit cages and chicken runs. It effectively contains poultry while reducing bird access to fruit and vegetable crops. This versatile netting is suitable for walk-in fruit cages, chicken runs, and allotment growing areas, ensuring airflow and light access are maintained.
Sold by Gardening Naturally for nearly 18 years, this netting is a popular choice among poultry keepers and gardeners across the UK. It is designed for routine outdoor use, providing crop protection throughout the growing season and supporting day-to-day garden and poultry management.
Poultry Netting For Chicken Runs And Poultry Enclosures: The netting can be easily installed around chicken runs to help prevent poultry from escaping. Its flexible plastic structure allows it to be fixed to frames or fencing, maintaining tension across the enclosure.
Fruit Cage Netting For Bird Protection: With its 17mm x 17mm square mesh, this netting effectively prevents entry by smaller birds while allowing essential air circulation and access for pollinators. For complete fruit cage coverage, it is recommended to pair this netting with bird netting on the roof.
Outdoor Plastic Netting For Year Round Use: Made from toughened plastic, the netting is resistant to pecking from chickens and can withstand changing weather conditions without rapid deterioration.
Adaptable For Various Needs: This mesh can be cut to size and secured using ties, clips, or hooks, making it adaptable for a wide range of garden and allotment layouts. It is suitable for temporary chicken runs, raised bed protection, and can be fixed to wooden frames using staples or ties. The open mesh design allows sunlight to reach plants without significant shading and can be removed and reused if handled carefully.
How Do You Fix Poultry And Fruit Cage Netting In Place? The netting can be secured using ties, clips, or S hooks, which help to keep the mesh stretched tightly and stable along the frame.
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This heavy-duty poultry and fruit netting from Gardening Naturally is for gardeners and poultry keepers needing robust crop and enclosure protection. Its key benefit is providing a 17mm mesh that deters birds and contains poultry while maintaining airflow and light. A caveat is that for complete fruit cage roof protection against smaller birds, pairing with dedicated bird netting is recommended. This versatile, UV-resistant plastic netting is ideal for chicken runs, fruit cages, and allotment growing areas, offering durable, year-round use.
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Model Part Number
PE110
Brand
Gardening Naturally
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FAQs
What is the mesh size of this netting?
The mesh size is 17mm x 17mm (approximately 0.67 inches x 0.67 inches).
Can this netting be used for larger poultry like geese or ducks?
Yes, the 17mm mesh is suitable for containing most common poultry breeds, including ducks and geese, effectively preventing them from escaping their enclosures.
Will this netting protect my fruit from all types of birds?
It effectively deters many common garden birds. However, very small birds might still be able to penetrate the 17mm mesh. For complete protection against all small bird species, consider pairing it with a finer mesh bird netting, especially for fruit cage roofs.
How is this netting typically installed?
It can be cut to size and secured using ties, clips, S hooks, staples (on wooden frames), or other suitable fasteners to keep it stretched tightly and stable along the frame or enclosure.
Is the netting UV resistant?
The product description indicates it is made from toughened plastic and designed for routine outdoor use, suggesting good resistance to weathering and UV exposure, though prolonged intense sun may eventually degrade it.
Can I use this netting for vegetable patches?
Yes, it is suitable for protecting vegetable patches and raised beds from birds and other pests, while still allowing sunlight and airflow.
What are the dimensions of the specific product variant mentioned?
The specific product variant mentioned in the description is 1m x 10m (3ft 3in x 32ft 10in).
Troubleshooting
Netting sags or is not holding tension.
Ensure the netting is adequately secured at multiple points along the frame or posts. Re-tension and add more fixing points if necessary. Check that the frame itself is stable.
Small birds are still accessing the fruit cage.
This netting is designed for poultry containment and deterring larger birds. For complete protection against very small birds, consider adding a finer mesh bird netting specifically designed for fruit cages over the top or in conjunction with this netting.
Netting is difficult to cut cleanly.
Use a sharp pair of shears or a utility knife. Ensure the netting is laid flat on a stable surface before cutting.
Netting appears damaged after initial use.
Inspect the area for potential causes, such as sharp edges on the frame or pest activity. Repair small tears carefully with strong tape or by weaving the ends back together. Ensure proper installation to avoid stress points.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Provides effective containment for poultry.
Protects fruit and vegetable crops from bird damage.
Maintains good airflow and light penetration for plants.
Durable and weather-resistant for outdoor use.
Adaptable to various sizes and configurations.
Reusable if handled carefully.
Cons
May require additional netting for complete small bird exclusion on fruit cage roofs.
Stiff nature might make initial installation slightly challenging in very tight spaces.
Can be susceptible to damage from larger or determined animals if not properly secured.
Requires suitable fixing methods (ties, clips, hooks) for optimal tension and stability.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup:
Unroll the netting carefully to avoid tangles.
Measure and cut the netting to your required size using sharp shears or a utility knife.
Secure the netting tautly to your desired frame, fence, or posts. Use sturdy ties, clips, S hooks, or staples for wood. Ensure there are no large gaps.
For fruit cages, consider reinforcing the roof with additional, finer bird netting if small birds are a persistent issue.
Compatibility:
Suitable for use with wooden frames, metal posts, existing fencing, and ground stakes.
Compatible with various fixing accessories like cable ties, hog rings, and specialized netting clips.
Can be used in conjunction with other protective garden materials.
Care:
After use, carefully remove the netting, cleaning off any soil or debris.
Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight to prolong its lifespan.
Inspect for any tears or damage before storing or reusing. Minor repairs can often be made with strong tape or by re-tying sections.