Hanley Caterpillar Greenhouses

We offer these structures with 17′ wide hoops at 6′ increments, standard. 4′ & 5′ spacing is also available, as well as our modified Hanley for more experienced growers


Ultimate in Low Cost, Portable Season Extending Greenhouses
A note of caution…


At 6’ hoop spacing, these structures are not intended to, or capable of handling very much snow load. This tunnel can handle greater loads by simply reducing the hoop spacing and/or increasing the length of the anchor pegs.

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Structure pricing
Pricing can be done as a complete package or as “required components”
(prices as dependent on quantity purchased)
5/8” rebar (48” recommended)
Base plate with clasp
Rope (1000’ spools)
100′ kits come with 125′ long 7mil clear plastic


Sample Prices
17’ x 102’ at 6’ = $3195 plus $170 per additional section
17’ x 100’ at 5’ = $3570 plus $164 per additional section
17’ x 100’ at 4’ = $4219 plus $157 per additional section
Our prices exclude installation, end anchors, freight & taxes unless otherwise specified. Please inquire with any concerns.
HST & Freight are extra, prices are current as of July 2023 and may change without notice – please call for current quote

Structure details
17’ wide with 92” center height
1”x2”x24’ galvanized 1 piece hoops
Hoops are typically spaced at 6’ apart
5/8” rebar (2 per hoop) 48” long suggested
1/4” marine-grade rope
Base plates with clasps

Additional Notes
It is important to get the correct amount of inward lean on the anchor rods.
If they are too vertical, it will be a challenge to get the hoop on and if they are leaning too much they will lose some of their holding power.
Proper tension on the rope is critical to the success of this type of “greenhouse” since it is the rope that is holding the plastic in place.
The plastic is secured lengthwise between 2 stakes which should be 10’ away from the last hoop.
By pulling and securing the cover lengthwise first, you will minimize the cover dipping between the hoops.
**Special thanks to David Greenburg for photos & expertise**