1.8m Tubex Standard Plus Tree Shelter Guard

The 1.8m Tubex Standard Plus Tree Shelter Guard provides the highest level of protection for young trees planted in areas exposed to deer, sheep, livestock, and other wildlife. Built for farmers, forestry professionals, landowners, and environmental planting projects, it is ideal for safeguarding trees in high-pressure environments such as woodlands, rewilding sites, and pastureland.

Manufactured from twin-wall, UV-stabilised polypropylene, the Tubex Standard Plus creates a protective microclimate that promotes strong root and stem development while helping trees retain vital moisture in dry or exposed sites. The guard’s flared rim reduces chafing, allowing trees to grow naturally while remaining shielded from browsing damage.

Designed to biodegrade over approximately 5 years, the Tubex Standard Plus Tree Shelter Guard ensures long-term protection without the need for removal. Once the tree is fully established, the material gradually breaks down, giving the tree complete growing freedom. The shelter also allows for safe herbicide application, enabling efficient weed control without harming delicate young stems.

Whether you’re planting new woodland, establishing shelterbelts, or restoring farmland hedgerows, the Tubex Standard Plus Tree Shelter Guard delivers exceptional protection, faster establishment, and sustainable performance for every planting project.

Key Features & Benefits

• Maximum protection – Shields young trees from rabbits, hares, deer, sheep, and livestock.

• Promotes healthy establishment – Creates a stable microclimate for root and stem growth.

• Retains soil moisture – Helps trees thrive in dry or exposed planting conditions.

• Flared rim design – Prevents bark damage and reduces stem chafing.

• Biodegradable lifespan – Gradually breaks down over 5 years for natural release.

• Herbicide-safe design – Enables effective weed control around newly planted trees.

Applications

• Forestry and commercial woodland creation

• Farmland and estate boundary planting

• Rewilding and conservation projects

• Deer-heavy and livestock grazing environments

• Grant-funded planting schemes (EWCO, Countryside Stewardship, etc.)

• Roadside, shelterbelt, and environmental restoration planting

Sizes Available

• 1.2m x 80–120mm – Suitable for rabbits and smaller wildlife

• 1.5m x 80–120mm – For deer and moderate livestock areas

• 1.8m x 80–120mm – Maximum protection for deer and high-pressure environments

Technical Specification

Material | Twin-wall polypropylene, UV-stabilised and biodegradable

Height Options | 1.2m, 1.5m, 1.8m

Diameter | 80–120mm

Colour | Translucent light green for balanced light transmission

Lifespan | Approx. 5 years before natural breakdown

Protection Level | Rabbits, hares, deer, sheep, and livestock

Installation | Use with a strong stake and securing tie for stability