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How to Choose the Right Shade Net Percentage for Your Crop

Shade net percentage tells you how much direct sunlight the mesh blocks. Choosing too little leaves crops exposed to heat stress; choosing too much can starve light-hungry plants. Here is a simple way to decide.

30% — Light Shade

Best for herbs, delicate ornamentals and crops that only need gentle sun-scorch protection in hot lowland areas. See our 30% shade net page.

50% — Standard Shade

The most common choice for general vegetable production, nursery beds and car parks. See our 50% shade net page.

75% — Heavy Shade

Used for high-value seedling propagation, coffee seedlings and heat-sensitive crops like strawberries. See our 75% shade net page.

90% — Deep Shade

For structures needing near-total sun blocking — car parking shades, outdoor seating and livestock housing in very hot regions. See our 90% shade net page.

Not sure where your crop falls? Send us the crop and growth stage and we will recommend a percentage.