Hydroponic Strawberries 🍓 | Removing Shade Cloth for Bigger Fall Harvests in the High Tunnel

Hydroponic strawberries in a high tunnel need plenty of light as fall arrives! 🍓 Today Katy removes the shade cloth so our everbearing strawberries get the sunlight they need for bigger harvests. Learn why this step is critical for hydroponic strawberry production in September, plus tips on temperature, daily light needs, and extending the season.

In this video, we cover:
✅ Why shade cloth is great for summer but reduces yields in fall
✅ Best temperature range for hydroponic strawberries (60–80 °F daytime, cooler nights)
✅ How many hours of light strawberries need for strong production
✅ Daily Light Integral (DLI) goals for everbearing strawberries
✅ Why this year’s extreme heat reduced yields — and how to adapt
✅ Step-by-step shade cloth removal in the high tunnel

If you’re growing strawberries hydroponically or want to extend your harvest season, this video will show you how to set your plants up for success.

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0:00 – Introduction
Katy welcomes you into the high tunnel, setting the stage for why shade cloth plays such a big role in hydroponic strawberry production.

0:27 – Why Shade Cloth? Early Fall Removal Explained
Learn why shade cloth is critical for protecting strawberries during summer but must come off in early fall to keep hydroponic systems healthy and productive.

1:11 – Katy Removing the Shade Cloth
Watch Katy in action as she starts pulling shade cloth from the high tunnel—hands-on farm work that shows exactly how growers handle seasonal changes.

2:10 – What Makes Hydroponic Strawberries Really Grow
Discover the secrets to big, sweet hydroponic strawberries—nutrients, light, airflow, and why shade cloth timing matters for stronger yields.

2:51 – Untying Shade Cloth on the Other Side
Step-by-step demo of untying and releasing the shade cloth—essential tips for greenhouse and high tunnel maintenance.

4:11 – Production Numbers Down from Extreme Heat
Real talk on this season’s challenges: Katy shares how high summer temperatures reduced strawberry harvest numbers and how shade cloth factored in.

4:35 – Pulling Off the Shade Cloth
The big reveal! Katy removes the shade cloth completely, showing the strawberries ready for more light as fall approaches.

6:04 – Rolling Up Shade Cloth for Storage
Practical tips for keeping shade cloth clean, organized, and ready for reuse—save money and protect your gear for next season.

8:11 – Shade Cloth Recap & Strawberry Growing Tips
Final thoughts on why timing shade cloth removal matters, plus extra advice for boosting hydroponic strawberry success going into cooler months.