Setup of a GreenHouse tipi is essentially the same as a conventional tipi. Our instruction book provides detailed setup instructions. Instructions are also available on our Reese Tipi setup site at www.reesetipis.com/setup/index.cfm
Plan a half day the first time you setup your GreenHouse tipi - invite some friends and have a great time. With practice, you'll be able to take your Greenhouse Tipi down, relocate to a new location, and set it back up in a few hours.
The ideal location for a GreenHouse Tipi is a southern exposed area free of any shade with good drainage and maximum solar absorption. A sheltered spot with a wall or hedge to the north will provide protection against winter winds. It should be conveniently located with a source of water nearby so that plants inside can be easily watered. If using heat cables, lights, fans or a furnace, a nearby source of electricity will be needed. When using a cold frame, plants may have to be brought indoors when very cold temperatures are expected so locating it near your home can be advantageous. To simplify use of your GreenHouse Tipi, consider a walkway to the front and allow adequate space around the tipi to allow operation of the "smoke" flaps.
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Lifting the tripod of the GreenHouse Tipi. |
The GreenHouse Tipi cover is lifted into place. |