Tree Anchor Support Deadman Wire System

The Deadman Tree Anchor Support System is a robust, professional underground tree anchoring kit designed for farmers, landowners, forestry managers, landscape contractors and local authorities. Engineered for large root-balled and container-grown trees, this system provides exceptional underground stability in exposed landscapes, urban planting pits, roadside verges, estates, woodlands and large-scale reforestation projects.

Using the proven “Deadman” anchoring method, the system secures newly planted trees by attaching high-tensile wire slings to heavy objects such as sleepers or kerbstones, which are buried and compacted beneath the rootball to create a high-strength, hidden support structure. This prevents wind damage and movement, improves anchorage in poor soils, and ensures trees establish quickly with reduced maintenance.

Manufactured from durable, professional-grade components, the system includes galvanised wire, ratchet tensioners, woven strapping and rubber rootball protectors to prevent damage during installation. It is ideal for sites where above-ground stakes are not permitted or are visually intrusive, making it perfect for urban landscapes, public realm planting, highways, parks, large estates and commercial forestry projects.

Features & Benefits

• Heavy-duty underground anchoring system for superior tree stability

• Ideal for large trees and exposed planting locations

• No visible stakes, perfect for urban and high-visibility environments

• Reduces wind movement, improving establishment and long-term growth

• Complete kit with galvanised, corrosion-resistant components

• Rubber rootball protectors prevent tree damage during tensioning

• Suitable for poor or loose soils where traditional staking is less effective

• Fast installation, compatible with kerbs, sleepers and on-site materials

• Professional-grade solution trusted by contractors and local authorities

Applications

• Tree planting on farms, estates and commercial landholdings

• Forestry and woodland creation

• Highway and roadside planting

• Urban and public realm tree pits

• Parks, campuses, business parks and large landscapes

• Wind-exposed or open sites

• Tree establishment in poor soil conditions

Components Included

• High tensile wire

• Rubber rootball protectors

• Galvanised ratchet

• Woven strapping

• Ratchet tensioner

Component Specification by Tree Size

Trees 2.5m – 4.5m

• 3 × Wire Slings

• 2m Galvanised Wire

• 1 × Galvanised Ratchet Tensioner

• Rubber Rootball Protectors

Trees 4.5m – 7.5m

• 3 × Wire Slings

• 4m Galvanised Wire

• 1 × Galvanised Ratchet Tensioner

• Rubber Rootball Protectors

Trees 7.5m – 12m

• 3 × Wire Slings

• 5m Galvanised Wire

• 1 × Galvanised Ratchet Tensioner

• Rubber Rootball Protectors