Ok- so we are planning on planting anywhere from 500-1000 trees this year (wife wants a lot of oaks and cedars) We want tree tubes but they seem outrageously priced- is there anywhere to get a fairly decent deal on them? Or does anyone have any suggestions on other options? Thanks
Well ya don't need tubes for cedars so subtract that number off your list....
Hardwood11
It is going to be a good fall!
They seem to have gone up on price, like everything else.
Have no idea where you are pricing them, height, or material desired, but this site seems to be pretty competitive with lots of options and bulk pricing
www.forestry-suppliers.com
Protex® Pro/Gro Solid Tube Tree Protectors
Each 4˝ diameter tube speeds photosynthesis by trapping moisture, thereby raising relative humidity and ambient temperature inside the tube. Also protects the tree from animals, wind desiccation, small rodents, and insects. Use optional cable ties to install optional bamboo stakes or wood guard...
Yeah- I did know that already. Luckily haha
Thinkin Rut
PMA Member
I've done mine incrementally. This not only spreads the cost out but gives me more time to think the plan through. Less burn out and a more quality planting. Remember...you have to water what you plant for 2-3 years, or at least the oaks. Good luck!
One piece (non-seam) miracle tube for sure.
Hardwood11
It is going to be a good fall!
Get a 5 footer otherwise they nip the tops off…
I've contemplated the 1 piece, isn't it an issue if you have to take them off to clean out any leaf litter, etc? I wouldn't think they would slide back on without breaking the upward angled branches. But they sell them so that must not be an issue.
williams111
New Member
The cheapest place I found them was Redfern Farm, they sell the 5' plantra tubes with the fiberglass rod for $5. Or at least they did a year or so ago.