I'm in Austin, so I can't tell you where to find in your area. But, I would find a local nursery that uses shade cloth over their plant areas and ask where they get it. They might just have some on hand for sale, or could at least point you to their distributor.

Do you know where to get it in Austin?

Thanks!

Southern Greenhouses in Katy

Teas Nursery in Bellaire has DeWitt greenhouse accessory products

Actually, scratch Teas Nursery....I forgot that it has closed!

There is a nursery that is down in South Austin somewhere that I seen it there in the past. I can't remember the name and it's been a really long time since I've been there so if anyone can chime in, the place is run by "mentally handicapped" people and kids. They also raise minature horses or donkeys. Sorry I can't remember the name so if anyone knows where I'm talking about.... I'll try to find the name as soon as I can.

BeaCivil1 - That nursery closed a while back.

I just purchased some shade cloth at Natural Gardener in Austin- they have large rolls and will sell it by the foot. I think they carry both 40% and 60%.

Well, after an exhaustive search.....I cannot find it locally. I ordered from Gemplers. It was the best price. I got 50% shade cloth. I have been using a thin sheet this week, that doesn't come close to a long term solution if I am going to try to extend my seasons and still live in Houston. Wish me luck!

Excellent- glad you found what you are looking for!!
Bryan

I found knitted shade cloth at http://www.catalogclearance.com

I bought the 50% white because it gets so hot here in Phoenix. They also have the Clip Its Plastic Grommets really low cost here.

Anyone have experience with the White vs the Black in strong sun. Is it better to get a higher % shade in Black. I'm trying to grow vegetables underneath through the summer. It says the white keeps things cooler, but with the intense sun, it would be great to have more shade.