Birds do not tolerate enclosed spaces, because they will always prefer to empty the garden without visible protection. Set the most visible network to scare them away using bright colors. Mechanical protection is an effective way of protection from flying pests. The number of birds depends on the type of plant, but everyone is attacked without exception. To combat pests, you should choose the right way to install protection.
general information
The network allows you to protect plants without preventing the ingress of water, air, light on them. When choosing protection should be based on the color scheme. Use bright colors: white, orange, yellow, green. The birds have good vision, because from afar they will see a noticeable fence.
The network is made of synthetic threads, so it serves for a long time, does not lose its quality. Sometimes they use capron or plastic as a material.
Before buying, you need to measure the size of the berry bush or tree. For single small trees, a size of 4x10 meters is suitable. The cells are small, about 1 cm, in the shape of a rectangle or rhombus. They allow small insects to penetrate, but not birds. Such a fence does not interfere with foliar watering or top dressing of berry plants.
Features of the use of protective mesh
Low-growing berries can be covered with a net on short pegs. But at the same time sagging will be observed. Use high arcs to eliminate this error. The frame is made of steel or bamboo arcs. They are placed in increments of 70 centimeters. The material itself is placed at a height of 30 cm. It is better to press such a construction with something heavy on the sides. Boxes are made of boards, selecting sizes in accordance with the beds.
For medium and tall trees, it is better to use a stepladder or T-shaped pole. For vineyards, you need to create a whole structure of poles and cables. In this case, good theoretical knowledge or recommendations from experienced gardeners is needed. At the same time, it is planned to establish a protective network against heavy precipitation. The analogue of the network is low-density agrofibre.
Pros and cons of the grid
The use of such a remedy has both pros and cons. The positive side is the simple installation of the system. At the same time, the service life is large, it allows you to save access to water, light and pollinating insects. The disadvantages include:
- Incorrectly selected covering material. The correct size and composition are required.
- Mechanical impact reduces the shelf life of the mesh.
- The protection method is much more expensive than devices made from improvised materials.
Often gardeners encounter a problem when small birds become entangled in crevices.The process of their release can be dangerous for humans, as there is a chance of injury.
Covering material also visually spoils the appearance of the garden or garden. When the time comes to harvest, then more time is spent, since you have to open the structure each time and collect the fruits.
You should correctly choose the method of installing a protective network, depending on the type of culture.