hampartsum said: I really am astonished how so very few gardeners that use hoophouse as a work space specially in N.America. It has multiple functions.
Speaking for much of the mid-west US or the plains states, in early spring, we often have sustained 45 mph winds with 55-60 mph gusts. And then there are tornadoes, micro-bursts, and all of the other more extreme wind events.
Anyhow, this cuts down on the casual construction of light-weight structures in general. Professional growers still do it and probably break them down for the winter, but it is very uncommon for a household to have something similar.
Sun porches and the like are more common since they are substantial and generally less...aerodynamic. They are also insurable.
