Typar® Tree Circles

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Controls weeds and protects roots. These durable polypropylene mesh tree circles will eliminate the need for using dangerous string trimmers around trees — a risk to tender bark. Each tree circle measures 35-inches across and will easily slip around the base of any young tree. Cover with 2 to 4 inches of mulch, chipped bark, or landscape stone for a neat and tidy look.

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11 Questions
Why did you choose this?

I have fruit trees and I'm concerned about the grass growing around the tree trunk.

Tired of fighting weeds and grass around my fruit trees..

To protect plants, control weeds and to keep garden tidy

Weeds

What is TYPAR TREE CIRCLE made of and does this product have any chemicals that might seep into the soil ?

These tree circles are made of Typar, a polypropylene nonwoven breathable fabric that is used as a barrier to discourage weeds, while allowing air, water, and nutrients to pass through to the root system. Typar is not water soluble, nor is this tree circle coated with any chemicals to leach into the soil.

Can a graft be covered with mulch?

NO. If the tree senses a possible fertile substance (mulch, soil, etc.) against its truck above the grafting knot, the tree will try (and usually succeed) to send out roots into that fertile substance. If the tree accomplishes that "higher rooting," then the benefit of any dwarfing root stock and grafting will be lost and you will end up with a standard sized tree.

I have been told that you should never put mulch up to the trunk of any tree, yet the picture shows just this sort of thing. Which is true, no bark up to the bark or ??? thanks, G

This picture is from the product manufacturer and shouldn't be used as a guide for planting. Keep mulch about 12 to 18 inches from the trunk for any size of tree. Mulch should not be piled against the trunk (above) because roots may grow there (below) and girdle the trunk.

Could I use these around my blueberry, blackberry and elderberry bushes?

My wife & I successfully have used "Typar Tree Circles" ("TTC"s) around the base of our
"Silver Sage" Cenizo bushes in West Texas as a means to block the growth of weeds which otherwise would spring-up beneath the Cenizo bushes. We cover the TTCs with crushed gravel/small rocks. The material used in the TTCs has held-up well over the past couple of years in very adverse weather conditions to which the material has been subjected.

how do I protect my fruit trees from birds and squirrels eating the fruit?

You would need to use a different product. This product prevents weed growth at the base of the tree.

Are spruce wood chips safe to use around young apple trees?

I do not see anything to suggest that you can not use Spruce wood chips for mulch.

Size of tree circle?

They are 35".

Are there 4 in a package?

We appreciate you reaching out to us. Yes this is a package of 4.

If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!

will pecan trees yield in zone 10?

If you look in the Characteristics section of any individual pecan variety, you will see a Zone range. If Zone 10 is included, the tree will do well there. Unfortunately, pecan trees need a cold dormant period and Zone 9 is about the furthest south they will produce.

Do I have to remove the grass from under where the tree circle will would be placed?

Not if you plan to mulch atop the circle. I never remove grass. I tack down outer edges of circle with landscape staples. Then I place 3 to 4 inches bark chips or other mulch on top. This allows mowing slightly onto the mulch.

Customer Reviews

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Rated 5 stars by 59% of reviewers

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1-10 of 34 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Jan 6, 2022
GOOD HOUSKEEPING !
The quality of these tree circles is incredible. I placed them around my six fruit trees three years ago when planting and then applied mulch. I kept the trees well mulched. At the end of the second year I was surprised to see that several of the circles were still intact. Once again a top quality product
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 16, 2019
Typar Tree Circles
I ordered three packages of Tree Circles. Today, I used them, and then put some red cedar mulch on top of the Circles. So far, everything looks good. Hopefully, after the first rain, they will solidify around the trees and prevent weeds from growing. Great product and excellent service.
Rated 5 out of 5
May 3, 2019
Weed Free
Wonderful product. With the use of mulch kept our new trees weed free, created a clean border and helped to retain water. Still holding up very well after a year.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 11, 2018
Tyoar Tree Circles
I planned on using the circles when they arrived, but the weed growth is starting to slow down and is becoming manageable right now. I will use them in the Spring and let you know.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 8, 2018
Tree circules
These have been very helpful at preventing the weeds from breaking through around the trees.
Rated 5 out of 5
May 31, 2018
Tree Circle
Great idea. Stays put after the mulch is put on top.
Rated 5 out of 5
Dec 17, 2017
Great Product
Perfect price and a great product.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 31, 2017
great trees service and circles
I purchased apple and peach trees along w/ tree circles last year, and all have performed better than I expected. The circles worked so well that I ordered eight more to place around some maple and cedar trees on the lawn. They make mowing much easier and save trees from being nipped by trimmer. One peach did not grow but the nursery replaced it the same day I called. Very satisfied, so much so I plan to order more trees next spring.
Rated 5 out of 5
May 5, 2017
Great protection for baby trees
I will admit that our gardeners ignored the 18 inch dirt circles we had cleared and killed our first apple trees. We did a lot of reading and then we got serious--- these circles and the mulch we used prevented weeds from growing around the new trees and eliminated the need for the dreaded weed whacker. My husband went the extra mile and put low fencing around the circles to keep the extra wide lawnmowers from getting too close. We planted two favorite apples trees last year and they are thriving this spring.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 3, 2016
Good weed control.
I use recycled tires around my trees and the weed control film goes away that's on them, after some time, so I ordered these Typar Tree Circles and put them under the recycled tire circles and they are doing great, keeping the grass and weeds from coming through. Great product!