Greenhouse Shade Cloth - 50% White

50% White 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% White Mono Filament Shade Cloth].

Keep your crops safe from harsh summer sun with our 50% White Tape Shade Cloth. Made from UV-stabilized polyethylene fabric, this shade cloth is rot and mildew resistant, backed by an 8-year warranty, and designed with a 16-year life expectancy. White shade cloth offers excellent light diffusion and cooling benefits, helping to protect plants while maintaining healthy growth.

Why Use Shade Cloth?

Shade cloth is an essential component of greenhouse growing. It:

• Diffuses harsh sunlight to prevent plant scorch

• Lowers greenhouse heat for cooler growing conditions

• Improves ventilation and air circulation

• Reduces water usage by lowering plant stress

• Protects crops from UV damage during peak summer months

Choosing the Right Size

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

Installation Options:

• Secure with shade cloth clips every 24–36 inches

• Use lock channel and spring wire for a long-lasting hold

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

Watch Bootstrap Farmer's video tutorial to learn how to add shade cloth to a high tunnel greenhouse

Sizing Recommendations for Bootstrap Farmer Greenhouse Kits

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

What Percentage Shade Cloth Should I Use?

Shade density depends on climate, crop type, and light needs:

• 30% Shade – Best for northern zones and mixed vegetables

• 50% Shade – Ideal for southern zones, tomatoes, lettuce, peppers, and mixed crops

(This product provides 50% shade and 50% light transmittance.)

Features

• White polyethylene knitted fabric

• 50% Shade / 50% Light Transmittance

• UV treated for long-term performance

• Mold, rot, and mildew resistant

• 8-Year Warranty / 16-Year Life Expectancy

• Custom cut to order (non-returnable)

• Does not include shade cloth clips

Benefits of Using Shade Cloth

Heat Reduction

Lowers ambient greenhouse heat by up to 10+ degrees, creating microclimates for crops.

Season Extension

Helps heat-sensitive crops like lettuce thrive well into summer by reducing stress.

Light Diffusion

Prevents damage from direct sunlight by scattering rays more evenly.

Reduced Water & Energy Usage

Cooler greenhouse conditions mean less irrigation and lower cooling costs.

Pest & Disease Resistance

Healthy, stress-free plants are less vulnerable to insect damage, reducing the need for pesticides.

Better Yields & Crop Quality

Moderated temperatures support stronger blossom and fruit set, improving overall harvest results.

Plants That Benefit from 50% White Shade Cloth

• Flowers: orchids, camellias, azaleas, African violets

• Vegetables: peppers, lettuce, spinach, and other greens

• Nursery stock and potted plants

• Shade-loving crops that need protection from high summer sun

✅ The Bootstrap Farmer 50% White Tape Shade Cloth gives you reliable protection, better yields, and longer growing seasons—all while reducing plant stress and greenhouse heat.

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

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

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 information about freight delivery.