Tree Guards
Tree guards for public realm, streets and landscape schemes
Tree Guards for Urban Planting Schemes
Tree guards protect newly planted trees from damage in public and high-use environments, helping reduce the risk of impact, vandalism and maintenance-related harm during establishment.
GreenBlue Urban supplies a range of tree guards for streets, public realm, parks and development planting, from lightweight protection in open space to robust systems for urban schemes.
Designed for Public Realm Protection
Tree guards need to protect young trees during establishment while fitting into the surrounding streetscape, landscape or public realm design.
GreenBlue Urban’s tree guard range includes options for streets, parks, developments and high-use pedestrian environments, with different levels of strength, finish and visual detail.
This allows designers to select tree protection suited to the location, usage level and wider planting infrastructure.
Protects young trees during establishment
Reduces risk of impact and maintenance damage
Suitable for streets, parks and public realm schemes
Options for lightweight or robust protection
Compatible with wider tree planting infrastructure
Available in functional and decorative styles
Key Characteristics
GreenBlue Urban tree guards are designed to protect newly planted trees while supporting the visual and practical requirements of public spaces. The range includes options for different site conditions, from lightweight guards for open space planting to robust metal guards for busy urban environments.
Benefits of Tree Guards
Tree guards help protect young trees while supporting the appearance, function and long-term performance of public realm planting schemes.
Tree Protection
Public Realm Integration
Establishment Support
Flexible Specification
Choosing the Right Tree Guard
Selecting the right tree guard depends on site conditions, usage levels and the role the tree plays within the wider landscape scheme.
Parks and open spaces may require lighter protection, while streets and town centres often need stronger, more durable guards. Some projects prioritise function, while others require a more decorative finish or compatibility with tree grilles and wider planting systems.
Choosing the correct guard helps protect young trees without restricting growth or creating future maintenance issues.
Ullswater
A decorative tree guard offering robust protection with added visual detail
Ennerdale
A strong, durable metal tree guard for public realm and urban planting schemes
Derwent
A clean vertical tree guard suited to modern landscape and streetscape schemes
Weldmesh
A lightweight, economical guard for lower-risk planting environments and larger programmes
Arbortech Tree Shield
A cost-effective urban tree guard providing strong protection with an attractive finish
Bankside
A circular seating system designed to integrate with selected compatible tree guards
Technical Guidance for Designers and Engineers
CPDs, design guidance and technical documentation used during specification and project delivery.