GT Thorn Guard – Heavy-Duty Tree Protection

The GT Thorn Guard is a premium tree protection solution designed to safeguard young saplings and mature trees from grazing animals, including cattle, deer, sheep, and goats. Constructed from heavy-duty galvanised steel with protective spikes, this robust guard provides immediate and lasting protection against bark stripping, stem damage, and trampling, ensuring healthy tree growth and improved survival rates.

Designed for forestry, agroforestry, conservation, and farmland applications, the GT Thorn Guard combines strength, durability, and ventilation. Its open cylindrical design promotes airflow, reducing the risk of disease, while the spikes deter even the largest grazers. Supplied flat for easy transport, it rolls into a cylindrical form for simple on-site assembly.

Available in two sizes, the guard accommodates a wide range of tree diameters:

• 1.6m x 1m – forms a 300mm diameter cylinder

• 1.6m x 1.8m – forms a 600mm diameter cylinder

Each guard is supplied with rebar stakes and wire ties in convenient packs for secure installation. The GT Thorn Guard is ideal for newly planted saplings, veteran trees, woodland regeneration, and pasture management, making it an indispensable tool for landowners, farmers, and professional foresters.

Benefits:

• Heavy-Duty Construction: Galvanised steel ensures corrosion resistance and long-term durability

• Protective Spikes: Deters deer, cattle, sheep, and other grazing animals

• Instant Tree Protection: Shields both saplings and mature trees immediately upon installation

• Easy Assembly & Installation: Rolls from flat into cylindrical form, secured with rebar stakes and wire ties

• Airflow Design: Promotes ventilation, reducing disease risk and supporting healthy growth

• Versatile Use: Suitable for forestry, agroforestry, farmland, and conservation areas

Applications:

• Protection of saplings and veteran trees from grazing damage

• Safeguarding trees in farmland, pasture, and woodland areas

• Forestry and agroforestry planting projects

• Conservation schemes and environmental stewardship projects

Package Options:

GT Thorn Guard Pack 1.6m x 1m – 300mm dia

• 1 x GT Thorn Guard (Flat 1.6m x 1m)

• 3 x Rebar Stakes

• 20 x Wire Ties

GT Thorn Guard Pack 1.6m x 1.8m – 600mm dia

• 1 x GT Thorn Guard (Flat 1.6m x 1.8m)

• 4 x Rebar Stakes (1.5m x 10mm)

• 40 x Wire Ties

Installation Instructions:

1. Wear gloves and carefully flatten the guard.

2. Roll guard into cylindrical shape with spikes outward.

3. Place over tree or wrap around trunk; secure ends with wire ties.

4. Insert rebar stakes around guard for stability; fasten ties to stakes.

5. Ensure guard sits correctly above tree collar to prevent stem contact.

Additional Products (Sold Separately): Rebar stakes, wire ties, tie tool, protective gloves, eye protection.

Delivery Information:

• Delivered on secure pallets due to robust design

• Kerbside drop-off on flat, hard-standing surfaces

• Tail-lift offload available where needed

• Individual or parcel delivery not available

Technical Specification:
Material | Heavy-duty galvanised steel
Size Options | 1.6m x 1m (300mm dia), 1.6m x 1.8m (600mm dia)
Construction | Spiked cylindrical guard for grazing deterrent
Installation | Flat-packed, rolls into cylinder, secured with wire ties and rebar stakes
Applications | Forestry, agroforestry, farmland, conservation, veteran tree protection