Biodegradable Tree Guards

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This contractor has been looking to reduce the amount of single use plastics used on the project.

One of the ways they have achieved this is to phase out single use plastic tree guards and now uses tree guards that are manufactured from a biodegradable material.

This is a biodegradable shrub shelter is made from bio-based materials derived from sugarcane, corn & starch and is designed to protect and enhance the growth of larger bushier plants with its wide diameter, designed for hard-to-reach areas where collection isn’t possible.

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Published 24 February 2025
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Conserve of resources, Defined plan to protect and enhance the natural environment, Identify potential natural environment detriment, Lower embodied carbon content materials,

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Jack Endean
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