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PROTECTORS & SHELTERS After
planting the tree in accordance with proper tree planting directions, pound or press the stake into the ground at a distance
from the tree equal to about one-half the diameter of the protector. The stake should be on the side of
the tree toward the prevailing wind; e.g., if the prevailing wind is from the west, the stake should be on the west side of
the tree. The top of the stake should be several inches higher than the top locktie that secures the protector to the stake.
See table below for stake sizes.
  Tree Pro 1. Fold the collar back
over the outside of the protector, with the smooth side of the protector on the inside. The purpose of the collar is
to provide a soft rim so the trees' bark won't be damaged. PLEASE NOTE: Many tree planters have found it advantageous not to fold the collar.
They've found that if the collar is left upright, birds will not light on it because it's too flimsy to support their weight.
Also, it saves time because it's one less step. Even with the collar up there should be no abrasion of the tree's trunk. 2. With the holes lined up, slide the lockties through both holes in each side wall and lock
the tie two or three clicks to keep it from falling out. See table below for the number of lockties.
3. Carefully slide the protector down over the top of the tree and the
lockties down over the stake. PLEASE NOTE: If the trees have branches, carefully gather them together with their tips facing
up before lowering the protector.
4. Make sure the bottom of the protector is
in good contact with the ground. PLEASE NOTE: Proper protector installation does not require the protector to be
pressed down into the ground because doing so can sometimes cause rodent problems. Mice, voles and other animals often build
nests inside protectors that are too firmly planted in the ground. 5. Tighten ties.
Miracle Tube 1. Miracle Tubes come nested with lockties already in place. Their diameters range from about 3 1/4 to about
4 3/4 inches. Choose the smaller diameter tubes for smaller trees and the larger diameter tubes for larger trees. 2. Carefully slide the protector down over the top
of the tree and the lockties down over the stake. PLEASE NOTE: If the trees have branches, carefully gather them together
with their tips facing up before lowering the protector. 3. Make sure the bottom of the protector is in good contact with the ground. PLEASE
NOTE: Proper protector installation does not require the protector to be pressed down into the ground because doing
so can sometimes cause rodent problems. Mice, voles and other animals often build nests inside protectors that
are too firmly planted in the ground. 4. Tighten ties.
*Numbers of Lockties are for Tree Pro
only. Miracle Tube comes with lockties already inserted in the appropriate holes. FINAL
INSPECTION Before installing the bird net,
look down inside the protector to make sure the tree's terminal bud is pointing straight up.BIRD NETSNets
are provided for 48", 60" and 72" protectors only. They are usually not necessary for smaller sizes. Installing
protectors without Bird Nets is hazardous to bluebirds and other insect-eating birds. Installation is fast, simple and the
responsible thing to do. Simply slide the net over the top of the protector. Without
bird nets, birds trapped inside protectors will not only die, they can also destroy the tree as they try to escape. Please
inspect your trees periodically to make sure the net is in place. The mesh must be removed before the tree emerges from the
protector; otherwise, they can deform the tree. A properly installed tree protector and weed mat.
*Numbers of Lockties are for Tree Pro only.
Miracle Tube comes with lockties already inserted in the appropriate holes.
| PROTECTORSIZE | NUMBEROF
TIES* | MINIMUM STAKE SIZE | | 12" | 1 | 18" | | 18" | 1 | 24" | | 24" | 2 | 30" | | 30" | 2 | 36" | | 36" | 3 | 36" | | 48" | 3 | 48" | | 60" | 3 | 60" | | 72" | pre-inserted | 72" |
A properly installed tree protector
and weed mat.
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