TREE PITS
However, the structural integrity
and design of a stainless steel tree
pit shouldn’t hinder safe access to
the tree root ball. Here, specifiers
should consider solutions that utilise
lifting keys, facilitating easy ongoing
maintenance of the tree root ball
without any additional budget, time
or resources.
As each urban landscaping project
is different from the next, so too
must be the approach to the tree
pits or tree grilles installed. Custom
made specifications will best meet
the specific requirements of each
individual project, rather than a
standard ‘off the shelf’ offering. A
bespoke offering will also ensure the
type of stone used and the modules
or pattern formations featured
within the hard landscaping are
seamlessly integrated into the
covers, providing the highest quality
finish available.
The orientation of the tree pits,
whether single, multiple or in a
duct formation, should be adapted
to meet the bespoke requirements
of the project, providing a desired
visual style without impacting on
the long term growth and success of
the trees.
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Tree grilles also offer the
opportunity for the installation
of electrical elements such as up
lighters, creating an enhanced visual
effect. If using tree grilles, stone
thickness must also be considered,
whilst load bearing for both grilles
and pits must be addressed at the
specification stage. For example,
will the solutions be installed in
a high footfall pedestrian area, or
will there be vehicles regularly
travelling through? This is essential
to ensuring the solution is fit for
purpose throughout the duration of
its lifetime.
By working closely with a
manufacturer from the very initial
specification stages, landscaping
professionals can not only achieve
the successful implementation of
trees into hard landscaped areas,
but ensure their long term growth
and maintenance whilst achieving
the desired visual aesthetic.
For further information on Howe
Green’s complete range of tree pit
covers and tree grilles, visit
www.howegreen.com
or call 01920 463230.
www.landud.co.uk
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