Vigilis-VentAir Tree Shelters

Q: Why use tree shelters?

"Tree shelters enhance tree growth and provide protection, increasing the survival rate of young trees. - Protection from browsing animals - Increased tree survival rates - Protection from the elements and harsh weather conditions - Provides a microclimate that is ideal for tree growth (optimal temperature, carbon dioxide levels, moisture, light spectrum, and light intensity)."

Q: Are there any downsides to using tree shelters?

"Tree Shelters are essential for optimum tree growth. However, traditional tree shelters are made from polypropylene which pollutes our forests with plastic waste and they require collection at their end of life. Soil biodegradable tree shelters are the future of sustainable forestry as they biodegrade onsite, leaving behind only water, minerals, and biomass."

Q: What is the difference between standard and vented tree shelters?

"They are both manufactured from UV-stabilised & photodegradable polypropylene with a twin-wall construction. They have flared rims and lazer lines and come with releasable cable ties. Vented tree shelters have the addition of perforated holes on the top two-thirds of the tube. The ventilated top half acclimatises the tree to potential harsh winds and environmental conditions. This aids trunk and root development, making vented tree shelters ideal for windy and exposed areas."

Q: What are biodegradable tree shelters?

"Vigilis-Bio biodegradable tree shelters are innovative and plastic-free tree shelters. They are made from a special blend of bio-based derivatives (potatoes, wood and corn) and a custom biodegradable polymer. They perform on par with traditional tree shelters, providing 5 years of growing protection followed by 6-12 months of disintegration. Following this, the tree shelter will biodegrade in the soil over a period of 2 years. After biodegradation, all that remains is water, minerals, and biomass which provide a food source to soil microbes. "

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Vigilis-VentAir are rigid, twin-walled, cylindrical vented tree shelters with perforated holes for the top two-thirds of the tree shelter. They provide crucial protection to saplings and encourage healthy growth and establishment.

The vented design allows for optimal air flow and light transmission. It also helps the tree to develop stronger roots, aids trunk development, and allows the tree to adjust to the natural wind-rock of the area.

VentAir tree shelters are manufactured from recyclable, UV-stabilised & photodegradable polypropylene, incorporating up to 30% recycled materials.

Available in 4 sizes as standard (0.6m, 0.75m, 1.2m, 1.5m) with diameters of 73mm – 110mm.

They are nested in 5’s and the nests are bundled with straps into packs of 100 tree shelters.

VentAir Features

Twin-Walled & Flared Rim

This construction makes sure the tree shelter is strong, yet lightweight. Flared rim to minimise stem abrasion.

Releasable Cable Ties

Pre-fitted with releasable and reusable cable ties.

Laser Lines

Laser/break line allows the tree shelter to split open as it grows, preventing strangulation.

Nests of 5

Packaged in nests of 5 for ease of storage and transportation.

VentAir Design

Vigilis VentAir have perforated holes for airflow, light transmission and acclimatisation to windy areas.

Macro Vented

We also make Macro Vented Tree Shelters which are suited to warmer climates and allow the shelter to acclimatise.

Variations

Choose the perfect height

Identify which damaging agent (animal) you wish to protect your plants from. This will influence the height of your protection and the wooden stake to support it. Depending on the height selected, Tree Shelters can help protect against voles, rabbits, hare and deer.

Rabbits 0.6m

Hares 0.75m

Muntjac deer 1.2m

Fallow deer 1.5m

Red Deer 1.8m

Benefits

How we help your trees

The vented design helps the tree to develop stronger roots and aids trunk development by allowing them to adjust to the natural wind-rock of the area

Stronger root and trunk development compared to standard shelters

Protection against browsing animals

Better localisation of the plant at the early stage of plantations

Avoids abrasive damage on stem due to the flared top rim

FAQ's

Why use tree shelters?

Tree shelters enhance tree growth and provide protection, increasing the survival rate of young trees. - Protection from browsing animals - Increased tree survival rates - Protection from the elements and harsh weather conditions - Provides a microclimate that is ideal for tree growth (optimal temperature, carbon dioxide levels, moisture, light spectrum, and light intensity).

Are there any downsides to using tree shelters?

Tree Shelters are essential for optimum tree growth. However, traditional tree shelters are made from polypropylene which pollutes our forests with plastic waste and they require collection at their end of life. Soil biodegradable tree shelters are the future of sustainable forestry as they biodegrade onsite, leaving behind only water, minerals, and biomass.

What is the difference between standard and vented tree shelters?

They are both manufactured from UV-stabilised & photodegradable polypropylene with a twin-wall construction. They have flared rims and lazer lines and come with releasable cable ties. Vented tree shelters have the addition of perforated holes on the top two-thirds of the tube. The ventilated top half acclimatises the tree to potential harsh winds and environmental conditions. This aids trunk and root development, making vented tree shelters ideal for windy and exposed areas.

What are biodegradable tree shelters?

Vigilis-Bio biodegradable tree shelters are innovative and plastic-free tree shelters. They are made from a special blend of bio-based derivatives (potatoes, wood and corn) and a custom biodegradable polymer. They perform on par with traditional tree shelters, providing 5 years of growing protection followed by 6-12 months of disintegration. Following this, the tree shelter will biodegrade in the soil over a period of 2 years. After biodegradation, all that remains is water, minerals, and biomass which provide a food source to soil microbes.

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Vigilis-VentAir Tree Shelters: Recyclable tree guards with added ventilation holes to increase airflow and light transmission