Medium - 70%

Shop our 70% shade cloth — medium-weight shade cloth that blocks 70% of sunlight, ideal for ferneries, orchid houses, tropical plants, shade gardens, and outdoor areas requiring significant sun and heat reduction. UV stabilised for Australian conditions. Australia-wide delivery available.

Medium 70% Shade Cloth — Buying Guide

70% shade cloth provides substantial light filtration — blocking seven-tenths of available sunlight — making it the preferred choice for shade-loving plants, sensitive tropical species, ferneries, and outdoor spaces where maximum heat and glare reduction is the priority. In Queensland’s intense subtropical climate, 70% shade cloth is a practical choice wherever full sun would be excessive or harmful.

When to Use 70% Shade Cloth

  • Ferneries and shade houses: Ferns, mosses, and shade-loving understory plants thrive under 70% shade cloth, which mimics their natural forest canopy environment
  • Orchid growing: Most orchid species, particularly Phalaenopsis and Cymbidium, prefer filtered light at approximately 50–70% shade — a 70% cloth is ideal for Queensland’s high-light, high-heat conditions
  • Tropical and sub-tropical plants: Many tropical foliage plants and bromeliads prefer 70% shade in Queensland’s summer months
  • Outdoor entertainment areas and pergolas: 70% shade cloth provides a noticeably cooler, darker space compared to 50% — excellent for outdoor dining areas and patios where sun glare is problematic
  • Seedling hardening-off areas: For seedlings transitioning from very low light conditions (propagation house) to outdoor growing, 70% shade provides an intermediate step
  • Greenhouse cooling: Laid over or alongside greenhouse panels during summer to reduce internal temperatures

70% vs 50% Shade Cloth — Choosing the Right Option

The key difference is how much light your plants or space needs. 50% shade cloth maintains enough light for most vegetable gardens and fruiting plants while providing meaningful sun protection. 70% shade cloth provides significantly more shading — great for shade-lovers and cooling outdoor areas, but too dark for sun-hungry vegetables and fruiting plants. When in doubt about your application, our team can help you choose the right shade percentage.

Material and Durability

Our 70% shade cloth is knitted from UV-stabilised high-density polyethylene (HDPE) tape, providing excellent durability and resistance to UV degradation, tearing, and fading. The knitted construction means cut edges won’t unravel — a key advantage for custom sizing. UV-stabilised shade cloth typically lasts 5–10 years in full outdoor exposure in Queensland’s climate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 70% shade cloth suitable for a vegetable garden?
70% shade cloth is generally too dark for most fruiting vegetables (tomatoes, capsicum, beans, cucumbers) which need significant light to produce. However, it works well for leafy greens, spinach, lettuce, and other cool-season crops during Queensland’s hottest months when extra sun protection is needed.

Can 70% shade cloth be used on a pergola or carport?
Yes — 70% shade cloth creates a noticeably cooler and more comfortable outdoor space compared to 50% cloth. It’s a popular choice for pergolas and outdoor areas on Queensland properties where afternoon sun and heat are problematic. The space will be comfortable but well-lit during daylight hours.

Do you deliver 70% shade cloth to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast?
Yes — we offer Australia-wide delivery including to Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and all of South East Queensland. Orders are dispatched promptly.

Order 70% Shade Cloth Online — Australia-Wide Delivery

Discount Landscape Supplies stocks medium 70% shade cloth in a range of sizes suitable for ferneries, orchid houses, outdoor entertaining, and garden shade applications. Order online with fast dispatch to Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and all of Australia. Contact our team for product advice and quantity recommendations.