Different types of tree guards./Classification of tree guards.

 Tree guards are used in protecting the plant from external disturbances, mainly from animals.

Now, let us observe the different types of tree guards based on the materials and their shape. 

A. Based on the materials: 

1. Concrete tree guard:

Concrete tree guards are the most suitable type if you are looking for long-lasting, durable, and resistant to outer weather conditions. These guards can be reused for another plant once the plant for which these tree guards were used grows above the dangerous limit.

2. Wire mesh tree guard:

Wire mesh is curved into a cylindrical shape and welded at the joining ends to make such guards. It is better to paint them to elongate their life span.

3. MS tree guard:

MS materials like flats, tubes, square, or round rods were welded to manufacture these types of tree guards. They can be fabricated in different shapes and sizes according to your needs, as the locally available fabricator can make that job for you.

4. Plastic tree guard:

Plastic tree guards are made up of PVC or HDPE wire mesh having different colors and shapes. They are not stiff and hard as compared to concrete & steel-made tree guards.

5. Wooden tree guard:

A wooden tree guard can be made by yourself or you can prepare them from any local carpenters according to your preference. In rural areas, these are the chosen type of tree guard, due to the easy availability of wood to them. They have a shorter life span if not coated with anti-termite and weather guard treatments.

6. Thorn tree guard:

You can see such tree guard arrangements followed by the forest department when they do plantation work in the rainy season. The thorn or prickles protect the plants temporarily to grow and become stable.

7. Brick tree guard:

Bricklayers were laid one over the other with openings in between them so that the plant gets proper sunlight and air. You can make such types of barriers by using any type of available building blocks in your region.

8. Bamboo mat tree guard:

As you can see in the above fig., the plant is covered by a bamboo mat, which acts as a protector for its growth.

B. Based on their shape:

1. Cylindrical tree guard:

The cylindrical type of tree guard is the most commonly observed pattern as they need less material in their manufacture and hence less cost. They also occupy less space having the tree as its center point.

2. Rectangular tree guard:

Rectangular tree guards having low height gives an aesthetic look plus protective surroundings to the plants & trees. These types of tree guards are usually made in the pathways of apartments, roadside footpaths, commercial and educational hubs, etc. 

3. Triangular tree guard:

The triangular-type tree guards were good for plants or trees having a lower girth. The three side saves you 25% cost when compared to the square type of the same size that has four sides. 

4. Square tree guard:

The similar width and length on all four sides give them a square shape, giving equidistance protection for the tree from all sides. The dimensions can be adjusted according to the purpose and need.

5. Pyramid tree guard:

The pyramid shape is given to give an architectural look to the tree guard where it is installed.

6. Polygonal tree guard:

Different types of polygonal shapes were created in this type of tree guard. You can see such types of tree guards in parks, recreational areas, and commercial and public buildings. 

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