{"title":"Biodegradable Shelters","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtect young planting with our biodegradable shelters range for trees, hedging and shrubs. This collection includes biodegradable hedge guards, tree shelters, vole guards, wraps and spiral guards designed to support establishment while offering a more environmentally considerate alternative to conventional protection products. Ideal for woodland, amenity and landscape planting schemes, these shelters help reduce damage from browsing, rubbing and environmental exposure while promoting healthier early growth. Practical and effective, they provide reliable protection for newly planted stock across a wide range of planting projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"whiptecbio-biodegradable-guards","title":"WhiptecBio Biodegradable Hedge and Shrub Guards","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhiptecBio biodegradable hedge and tree guards are made from recycled material and are 100% sustainable. These guards have been developed with advice from many arboriculturists for over the last 10 years and have been trialled in a variety of locations and conditions. They help create a more realistic natural climate, without the extremes of hot and cold temperatures and provide shelter from extremes of weather for the young whips, resulting in stronger initial establishment and a much higher survival rate. Our WhiptecBio guards not only help develop stronger roots, but they provide vital protection from browsing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural additive is mixed with the moulded fibre that makes these tree protector fully biodegradable and compostable. Holes are added at the top to increase airflow and prevent mould and other unwanted residues forming, whilst increasing the amount of light from above. Average lifespan of these protectors is 2 - 4 growing seasons, depending on location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to set up tree guards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhiptecBio guards come flat packed and are very easy to install:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 5px; float: right;\" alt=\"How to set up tree guards\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/product-description-whiptecbio-biodegradable-guards-8r7a3527.jpg?v=1690802083\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply press the sides to pop open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush in the 3 small, pre-cut sections, on one corner, near to the top, where the ventilation\/light holes are.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the plant through and secure to the ground by pushing the \u003ca title=\"Bamboo Canes\" href=\"\/products\/bamboo-canes-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBamboo Cane\u003c\/a\u003e through the pre-cut sections and secure into the ground at least 250mm\/10inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no need for the use of plastic ties!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eBulk discounts available. For orders over 500, please contact us on \u003ca href=\"tel:01952641949\" title=\"Give us a call\"\u003e01952 641949\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@amenity.co.uk\" title=\"Mail us\"\u003esales@amenity.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"WhiptecBio Guards\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/wgurads3_480x480.jpg\" width=\"300px\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/wguards2_480x480.jpg\" alt=\"WhiptecBio Guards\" width=\"300px\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize Options Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eWhiptecBio\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCane Support\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eQty Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e50cm x 50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e10\/12mm (9\/11lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e60cm x 70mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e12\/14mm (12\/14lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e60cm x 120mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e12\/14mm (12\/14lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B-uFl6aXKuc\" alt=\"WhiptecBio Biodegradable Tree and Hedge Shelters - Amenity Choice\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhiptecBio Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% sustainable, biodegradable and compostable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat packed and easy to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimated lifespan of 2 - 4 growing seasons (please note this can vary depending on location, climate and site conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo need for clips or ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo need to remove, guards will naturally degrade back to their natural state\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil Association Innovation Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBefore\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"225px\" class=\"images\" alt=\"WhiptecBio Tree Guards Before\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/image-before-guards.jpg?v=1733835593\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"images\" alt=\"WhiptecBio Tree Guards Before\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/product-description-whiptecbio-biodegradable-guards-image_2543e2c0-f06c-495f-a716-cf5688c7311a.jpg?v=1690802083\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAfter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"WhiptecBio Tree Guards After\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/processed-2D5F871E-1109-4E75-BDD2-B434CDE705A4_480x480.jpg?v=1714550909\" width=\"226\" height=\"302\"\u003e  \u003cimg class=\"images\" alt=\"WhiptecBio Tree Guards After\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/product-description-whiptecbio-biodegradable-guards-image.jpg?v=1690802083\" width=\"227\" height=\"303\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LV8LMNrPQ0c\" alt=\"How To Install WhiptecBio Tree and Hedge Guards - Amenity Choice\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ddshopfaq\" id=\"ddshopfaq-75106\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whiptec","offers":[{"title":"50cm \/ 50cm","offer_id":59227643937142,"sku":"240857","price":0.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60cm \/ 70mm","offer_id":43620856267001,"sku":"206654","price":1.01,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60cm \/ 120mm","offer_id":59014674317686,"sku":"240375","price":1.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/wguards1.webp?v=1692280493"},{"product_id":"tree-hugger-biodegradable-shelters","title":"Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Shelters","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Hugger™ Biodegradable Shelters - Sustainable Tree Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/Endorsed_by_RHS_RGB_3873f75d-a15f-43bd-baec-06133fa8c8ff_240x240.png?v=1784706705\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin: 20px 20px 20px 20px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor orders over 500\u003c\/b\u003e, please contact us on \u003ca href=\"tel:01952641949\"\u003e 01952 641949 \u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@amenity.co.uk\"\u003esales@amenity.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ guards are a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to plastic tree shelters or guards. Manufactured in the UK from organic cotton encapsulated in renewable pine tree rosin, the Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Shelters have a minimum 5-year lifespan giving the tree valuable protection during its critical establishment period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"mobile-fix\" style=\"float: right;\" alt=\"5 Year Tree Hugger Guarantee Amenity Choice\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/AC-badge-5year-guarantee_160x160.png?v=1674724444\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these tree shelters are made entirely from natural, organic materials they will completely biodegrade at the end of their useful lifespan meaning that the removal of single use plastic shelters is no longer required, saving time and money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woven material structure provides strong protection against damage from grazing animals but is gentle on the plant offering little friction which could cause damage to the newly planted whip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% biodegradable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% sustainable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg class=\"mobile-fix\" alt=\"Award\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/Innovation_Highly_Commended_240x240.png?v=1700654331\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b3b3b3;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e Tree Hugger (BMP Europe LTD), proud to being highly commended in the Innovation of the Year category for this year's Made in Britain Impact Awards.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur planet is changing, join us on our journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe alt=\"Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Shelters - Sustainable Tree Protection - Amenity Choice\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fdDIQ5WfrIg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGallery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xo-gallery\" data-id=\"20\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Summary Table\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eHeights and Packaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtect against small browsing animals such as rabbits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2m \u0026amp; 1.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtect against larger grazing animals such as deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNests of 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 nests per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70, 80, 90, 100 and 110mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XJP4nTgL96U\" title=\"YouTube video player\" alt=\"Hot To Install Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Shelters - Amenity Choice\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere to use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ tree tubes can be used wherever young trees or whips are planted to offer vital protection against grazing and browsing animals and to provide an enhanced growing environment in the first years of tree establishment. Different sizes of Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards are available for protection against different animals:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtection Against\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTree Shelter Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall grazing animals such as rabbits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger browsing animals such as deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards as soon as young trees or whips are planted to provide protection for successful establishment and reduce damage from grazing and browsing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTree Shelter Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShelter Support Stake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/treated-tree-shelter-stakes\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e75cm x 25mm x 25mm Square Tree Stake\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/treated-tree-shelter-stakes\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e1.2m or 1.5m x 32mm x 32mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tree-and-hedging-planting-nutrition\"\u003eplanting fertilisers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/compost-and-planting-mixes\"\u003ecomposts and planting mixes\u003c\/a\u003e to help support early stages of growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike plastic tree guards and shelters, Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards are made from 100% natural materials which completely biodegrade over a period time removing the requirement for costly tree guard removal operations and reducing the amount of plastic waste that is left in the environment. The lifespan of this tree protector is dependent on the quality of installation and on local environment conditions. Extensive testing tailored to meet real life requirements for the product has shown that a minimum lifespan of 5 years can be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFurther Information on Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials and construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLoomstate cotton,\u003c\/b\u003e to reduce water inputs and eliminate use of harmful chemicals, manufactured in accordance with the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePine Rosin \u003c\/b\u003eis imported for processing in the UK from Scandinavian FSC sustainable forests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards have a commitment towards being carbon neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHealthy Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards allow light transmission throughout the visible spectrum but with the highest transmittance from wavelengths which are valuable for plant growth and health and lower transmittance from wavelengths which can be harmful to plants in excessive amounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tree Hugger Guards - Light Spectrum Analysis\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/product-description-tree-hugger-biodegradable-shelters-ac-light-sprectrum-analysis-graphic.jpg?v=1690802473\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor further information please contact a member of our technical sales team on \u003ca href=\"tel:+44(0)1952641949\"\u003e+44 (0)1952 641949\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@amenity.co.uk\"\u003esales@amenity.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e. Alternatively you can get more information from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bmptreehugger.com\/\"\u003eBMP Website for Tree Hugger Sustainable Tree Protection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ddshopfaq\" id=\"ddshopfaq-75105\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tree Hugger","offers":[{"title":"0.6m \/ Releasable tie","offer_id":43620877435129,"sku":"223992","price":2.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.6m \/ Metal tie","offer_id":43996706275577,"sku":"223993","price":2.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.2m \/ Releasable tie","offer_id":43620877402361,"sku":"214899","price":3.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.2m \/ Metal tie","offer_id":43996706242809,"sku":"223999","price":3.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.5m \/ Releasable tie","offer_id":45607432093945,"sku":"229800","price":4.92,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.5m \/ Metal tie","offer_id":45607432126713,"sku":"224003","price":4.92,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/products\/Tree_Hugger_Biodegradable_Shelters.jpg?v=1674140002"},{"product_id":"tree-hugger-biodegradable-vole-guards","title":"Tree Hugger Biodegradable Vole Guards","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/Endorsed_by_RHS_RGB_3873f75d-a15f-43bd-baec-06133fa8c8ff_240x240.png?v=1784706705\" style=\"margin: 20px 20px 20px 20px;float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ guards are a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to plastic tree shelters or guards. Manufactured in the UK from organic cotton encapsulated in renewable pine tree rosin, the Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Shelters have a minimum 5-year lifespan giving the tree valuable protection during its critical establishment period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon damage by wild mammals - Voles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoles are typically found in rough grass swards that provide cover from predators. Levels of damage vary, but mostly occur in cyclical years of population abundance driven by plentiful food. They can attack trees at any time but particularly late winter to spring, typically gnawing bark at the base of the stem. Trees may recover from minor damage but will die if ring-barked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/AC-badge-5year-guarantee_160x160.png?v=1674724444\" alt=\"5 Year Tree Hugger Guarantee Amenity Choice\" class=\"mobile-fix\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these vole guards are made entirely from natural, organic materials they will completely biodegrade at the end of their useful lifespan meaning that the removal of single use plastic shelters is no longer required, saving time and money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe woven material structure provides strong protection against damage from grazing animals, such as voles and mice. The woven strength allows the guards to be pushed into the soil slightly and act as an effective barrier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% biodegradable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% sustainable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xo-gallery\" data-id=\"81\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/Innovation_Highly_Commended_240x240.png?v=1700654331\" alt=\"Award\" class=\"mobile-fix\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b3b3b3;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e Tree Hugger (BMP Europe LTD), proud to being highly commended in the Innovation of the Year category for this year's Made in Britain Impact Awards.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Summary Table\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eHeights and Packaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12,000 per pallet (24 boxes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6,480 per pallet (24 boxes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45-50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards as soon as young trees or whips are planted to provide protection for successful establishment and reduce damage from grazing and browsing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFurther Information on Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials and construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLoomstate cotton\u003c\/b\u003e to reduce water inputs and eliminate use of harmful chemicals, manufactured in accordance with the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePine Rosin\u003c\/b\u003e is imported for processing in the UK from Scandinavian FSC sustainable forests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ Biodegradable Tree Guards have a commitment towards being carbon neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor further information please contact a member of our technical sales team on \u003cstrong\u003e+44 (0)1952 641949\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@amenity.co.uk\"\u003esales@amenity.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e. Alternatively you can get more information from the  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bmptreehugger.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBMP Website\u003c\/a\u003e for Tree Hugger Sustainable Tree Protection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Hugger","offers":[{"title":"200mm","offer_id":44211351093497,"sku":"225054","price":0.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":44211351126265,"sku":"225055","price":0.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/TreeHuggerVoleGuard1.jpg?v=1702547013"},{"product_id":"tree-hugger-biodegradable-wraps-60cm-x-60mm","title":"Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Wraps – 60cm x 60mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTree Hugger™ Biodegradable Wraps – 60cm x 60mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor orders over 500, please contact us on \u003cstrong\u003e01952 641949\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003esales@amenity.co.uk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/Endorsed_by_RHS_RGB_3873f75d-a15f-43bd-baec-06133fa8c8ff_240x240.png?v=1784706705\" style=\"margin: 20px 20px 20px 20px;float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ guards are a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to plastic tree shelters or guards. The Tree Hugger™ is a perfect solution for protecting newly planted hedgerows, vines and trees. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger™ Biodegradable wraps are manufactured in the UK from organic cotton encapsulated in renewable pine tree rosin. The woven material structure provides strong protection against damage from grazing animals such as voles and rabbits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60cm x 60mm size option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo fixings or ties required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with \u003ca title=\"Bamboo Support Canes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amenity.co.uk\/products\/bamboo-canes-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebamboo cane support\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick and easy to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo need to collect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Hugger (BMP Europe LTD), proud to being highly commended in the Innovation of the Year category for this year's Made in Britain Impact Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/tree-hugger-wraps-1_600x600.jpg?v=1773407588\" alt=\"Tree Hugger Bio Wraps Printing Machine\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall Tree Hugger™ Biodegradable Guards as soon as young trees or whips are planted to provide protection for successful establishment and reduce damage from grazing and browsing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials and Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduced with:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoomstate cotton to reduce water inputs and eliminate use of harmful chemicals, manufactured in accordance with the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePine Rosin is imported for processing in the UK from Scandinavian FSC sustainable forests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTree Hugger™ Biodegradable Guards have a commitment towards being carbon neutral.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can get more information from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bmptreehugger.com\/\" title=\"BMP Tree Hugger\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBMP website \u003c\/a\u003efor Tree Hugger Sustainable Tree Protection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Hugger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45613163741433,"sku":"224939","price":1.92,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/8756\/1209\/files\/TreeHuggerWrap.jpg?v=1729505179"},{"product_id":"bio-spiral-tree-guards","title":"Rainbow Bio Spiral Tree \u0026 Hedge Guards","description":"\u003cp\u003eTree guards play a vital role in protecting young saplings from damage caused by deer, rabbits, and herbicide use, but traditional plastic guards can create long-term waste problems in woodlands and forests. 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