Give your tree or shrub a long and healthy life by protecting it while it gets established. Shrubs can handle some herbivory and mainly need protection during their first year. Trees need protection for a longer period of time, as damage to a tree's growing tip can permanently affect its structure. They should be caged until they are 12’ tall and all limbs 4’ or lower have been removed, and replace cage with a heavy-duty 6 inch trunk guard. Our cages are 4' tall and 3' in diameter. Why so wide? Deer will nibble at all foliage outside of the cage, so a 1’ wide cage means a 1’ wide tree. A wider cage protects lower branches and leaves which feed the trunk and help your tree grow quickly. We are offering these cages for only the material cost. DIY instructions are here if you'd like to make one yourself!
