Tree Guards

Protect your trees from damage

Young tree secured in a planting basin with a support collar

Tree Guards for Trunks and Root Protection

Tree guards help you plan protection around vulnerable parts of a young tree. This collection brings together spiral trunk guards, tree and plant guards, gopher baskets, and gopher wire. Choose according to the area you need to protect: a trunk guard and an underground root barrier serve different purposes and are not interchangeable.

Match the Guard to the Planting

Compare guard height, trunk fit, material, and installation directions before choosing a trunk protector. For root protection, compare gopher basket capacity or wire dimensions with the planting project and follow the product's installation guidance. Check guards regularly as the tree grows, and adjust or remove them according to the manufacturer's instructions to avoid a restrictive fit.

Plan Tree Care Together

Browse tree planting kits for related planting supplies, and choose plant supports if your site calls for staking or training. For protection above ground, explore insect barriers matched to the pest and crop. Review each product's stated purpose rather than assuming every tree guard protects against every source of damage.