Greenhouse Shade Cloth - 50% Black

50% Black Tape Shade Cloth for Greenhouses

⚠️ Note: This greenhouse shade cloth will not be restocked. If you don’t see the size you need, we recommend the 50% Black Mono Filament Shade Cloth.

Protect heat-sensitive crops with our 50% Black Tape Shade Cloth. Made from UV-stabilized polyethylene fabric, this shade covering is rot and mildew resistant, carries an 8-year warranty, and has a 16-year life expectancy. By diffusing harsh sunlight and reducing heat buildup, shade cloth helps maintain healthier plants and more consistent greenhouse conditions.

Why Use Shade Cloth?

• Protect plants from sunburn with UV-treated fabric

• Diffuse light evenly for better crop growth

• Lower greenhouse temperatures for improved airflow and ventilation

• Reduce water consumption by minimizing heat stress

• Support plant health during high summer conditions

Choosing the Right Size

Shade cloth should cover from hip to hip on your hoop house or loosely over the area you want shaded.

Installation Options:

• Use shade cloth clips every 24–36 inches

• Secure long-term with lock channel and spring wire

• Watch Bootstrap Farmer's video tutorial on installing shade cloth for step-by-step guidance

Sizing Recommendations

(Match the length of shade cloth to the structure length)

What Percentage Shade Cloth Do You Need?

Select shade density based on climate, crop type, and light sensitivity:

• 30% Shade – Northern zones, mixed vegetables

• 50% Shade – Southern zones, tomatoes, lettuce, and mixed crops

(50% cloth provides ~50% light transmittance, balancing cooling with plant growth needs.)

Features

• Black polyethylene knitted fabric

• 50% Shade / 50% Light Transmittance

• UV treated for long-lasting protection

• Rot, mold, and mildew resistant

• 8-Year Warranty / 16-Year Life Expectancy

• Custom cut to order (non-returnable)

• Does not include shade cloth clips

✅ The Bootstrap Farmer 50% Black Tape Shade Cloth provides reliable crop protection, heat reduction, and long-term durability for high tunnels and greenhouses in hotter climates.

30% (left) vs. 50% (right)

SHIPPING VIA MOTOR FREIGHT (SEMI)

Rolls over 120 lbs must ship via motor freight. We will notify you if your order requires this shipping method. Click here for more information about freight delivery.

Because each order is custom cut, we can not accept returns once the item has shipped.