Shade netting is woven or knitted in different densities. We call the densities of Shade Netting “Percentages”. The difference in percentage lets different amounts of sunlight to penetrate, which means that the percentage of shade netting you choose, blocks out what percentage of the sun. Therefore, what you grow will help determine the percentage of shade netting you need.

As we all know, sunlight is so crucial to a plants’ growth, so choose the right density and as low a density as you can get away with.  

Usually, a shade percentage of 30-50% is ideal for vegetables, while 80-90% is ideal for sheltering people. Most plants will do best with a maximum of 40% - 60% shade. However, when growing some shade-loving plants such as orchids and some ferns, 75% or higher may be needed to get correct light levels.

Examples of shade cloth percentage suitable to your plants.

One of the most important aspects of choosing the right density of knitted shade netting is that it should be applicable to the area where we live.