B&M reduces winter garden buy – it'll protect your plants in cold weather & helps them grow bigger & stronger for spring
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SUMMER may still be in full swing but if you're already planning your winter garden, B&M has just the thing.
This bargain buy can help to protect your plants in cold temperatures, giving you flourishing flower beds by spring.
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The Poly Cover Grow Tunnel is currently available for just £5 from B&M
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Whether you're a green-fingered veteran or new to the gardening scene, you can't go wrong with this item ahead of the winter months.
You can shield your budding blooms from hardy frosts and frigid temperatures with this handy product.
And if that's not reason enough to purchase, B&M has recently slashed the price too.
Shoppers can now pick up a Poly Cover Grow Tunnel for just £5 from the British retailer.
Previously marked at £8, bargain hunters can save a whopping 37% on this cover.
You can choose between the classic poly cover or a net cover, for plants that require a little more air circulation.
Both versions measure three metres in length.
According to the product description, this cover "creates a warm and humid environment for strong plant growth".
This makes the item "ideal for greenhouses or vegetable plots".
And shielding your plants from harsh weather conditions isn't the only benefit of this cover.
'I was quoted £10,000 for a garden renovation but did it MYSELF for £1,000 using ChatGPT to show my kids what single mums can do'
It can also be used to "keep summer pests in check, protecting from birds and bugs".
So it may even be worth picking up right now to add to your garden for the remainder of the summer.
And since B&M has already warned shoppers of low stocks, the sooner you act, the better.
The plant cover is also easy to access by lift up side openings and pull cords.
A galvanised wire frame creates a robust sturdy design, making it ideal for windy conditions.
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