Tree pits - from top UK suppliers

Howe Green tree access covers and tree grilles are used in interior and exterior public spaces where living trees are specified in a landscaped or paved area and access to the root ball and tree maintenance will be required: made to any maximum and minimum sizes; some versions available with a top edge seal to help prevent dirt, grout or grinding...

The Addastone TP tree pit systems are designed to provide an attractive and aesthetically pleasing porous paving system, using a variety of natural or recycled aggregates. Available in either epoxy or a UV-stable polyurethane, the resin binder is mixed with a suitable natural or recycled aggregate with a typical grading of 6-10mm. The open texture...

Resin bound gravel tree pits from HMS provide a water-permeable surface that is designed to allow water and air to reach tree roots. They are low maintenance and suitable for commercial projects in urban or landscaped areas. HMS can install resin bound tree pit surfacing to incorporate watering systems, ensuring trees are well irrigated...

Arboresin, a hard-wearing, attractive porous tree pit surface, is an effective and practical alternative to loose stones, which are a nuisance in pedestrian environments ,and tarmacadam or conventional paving which has the effect of an impervious cap over the tree pit. The stone in Arboresin is bound together using a very high strength resin which...

SureSet resin bound tree pits offer a low-maintenance, elegant alternative to unsightly metal grilles. The technology behind SureSet porous paving maximises the voids between particles of stone, allowing water to reach the roots of the tree; eliminating the need for watering tubes. A SureSet tree pit provides protection and durability with the...

The original RootRain Metro system is the most widely specified proprietary tree pit irrigation system in the UK. Available in four different sizes and with three different cap configurations. The system is also available in contractor pack form for self assembly: quick and easy to install; extremely cost effective; improved drought tolerance...

GreenBlue Urban's Technical Team assisted with detailed designs early on for the installation of trees at Elephant Park in Southwark, ensuring best practice planting methods were used. Products supplied included RootRain Arborvent, RootRain Urban and ArborGuy Anchoring, all available within the ArborSystem full tree pit package...

ArborSystem Configurator is a free online tool that enables users to design a tree pit to their exact requirements. The new tool hosts a wide selection of tree species to compliment designs with a range of infrastructure scenarios. Incorporating ArborFlow ensures SUDS tree pits are also an option for planners and designers. Full specifications and...

Addagrip approved contractor, Resin & Rock, was appointed to install 21m2 of resin bound surfacing around the base of a number of the Plane trees on the newly redeveloped Exhibition Road in the Royal Borough of Chelsea and Kensington. A 6mm Lucerne Silver was selected to replace the existing self-binding gravel finish to fulfil the clients...

RootRain Arborvent has been designed for use in central urban locations which require a permanent irrigation / aeration solution. The Arborevent consists of a 100mm square inlet and 60mm diameter irrigating pipe. The RootRain Arborvent has been specifically designed to fit within GreenUrban's Castle range of tree grilles, and is an ideal size for...

A DekorGrip Tree Surround is a porous, resin bound tree pit surface. It is a typically made using 10mm aggregate which creates voids to allow and promote the free flow of air and water around tree beds. The aggregate is bound together using a very high strength resin to create a hard-wearing surface which prevents the gravel migrating beyond the...

The beautification of the ‘city of culture’ was a huge public realm scheme in the heart of Londonderry. With its origins as a settlement in an Oak Grove it is fitting that upgrades to the centre of Derry have recognised the importance of long-term planning for healthy trees. Landscape Architect BDP consulted Greenleaf Ireland advice on a tree pit design to ensure the establishment and longevity...

Rain gardens, tree planting and a dished central area to hold excess water were specified for this community garden in College Park, London. The new street design mitigates the risk of flooding...

GreenBlue Urban's ArborFlow tree pit system was chosen for use in the Fletton area of Peterborough, which was being redeveloped as a mixed use site. Due to its low lying nature and requirement for stormwater management, rain gardens and tree pits were implemented around the buildings to attenuate and clean rainwater from the hard surfaces and roofs...

Addagrip supplied Terrabound resin bound porous surfacing in a 10mm Trent aggregate blend for a tree pit scheme on the busy junction of Station Road and Elm Grove in Harrow, Middlesex. The installation was carried out by Addagrip approved contractor Resin & Rock at short notice. The client required a hard wearing, decorative surface with no loose...

GreenBlue Urban's ArborSystems integrated tree pit system was selected for the Green Avenues revitalisation project on Glasgow's Sauchiehall Street. 28 different tree species were planted to increase canopy cover and provide a strong visual segregation between vehicles and pedestrians/cyclists...

ACO StormBrixx geocellular attenuation and infiltration crates from ACO Water Management are regularly used as a vital part of sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS). However, at the Rushden Lakes retail development, the landscape architects for the project identified a different use for StormBrixx in the creation of 13 tree pits throughout the...

In addition to standard tree anchoring solutions, Platipus can also provide permanent tree anchoring systems, using stainless steel accessories. These are available in a wide range of options to suit individual applications such as: podiums; roof gardens; bridges; concrete planters; jetties. coastal environments with high levels of salinity; sites...

Planted at depth, a new trees start in an urban landscape can be a hostile one. Lessen the impact and tree stress with a specialist blend designed to ensure longevity and healthy establishment of trees. Its superior CBR values (Californian load-Bearing Ratio – basically, a substrate’s ability to handle loads and impact) give you maximum confidence...

This method of securing trees has many advantages over staking and is suitable for large root-balled trees. The Rootball is held in position by driving three anchors into the base of the tree pit and then fastening the Arborguy rachet strap as shown. If required, the system can be re-tensioned at a later date. Strap to be threaded through rings...

ASF manufactured a feature bronze tree surround for a public realm area to house resin bound aggregate. Subtle yet effective, tree pit surrounds can be manufactured in any grade of bronze, brass, ally-bronze or gunmetal in any thickness...

The GreenBlue Urban ArborSystem brings together the key elements of successful tree pit design and simplifies the design and installation process for specifiers and installers. Since its inception and development, the ArborSystem integrated tree pit product package has proved itself in many demanding locations...

GreenBlue Urban StrataCells were used to ensure that Scots Pines planted in a geometric geometric pattern established well in the exposed car park at St Ann's Hospital in Dorset. Tree pits were joined together to maximise rooting volume, and to give the trees the best chance of long-term survival...

The Zeta tree grille has a unique, completely invisible structure that allows interruption-free paving right up to the tree. Its low-profile design provides high strength and support for virtually any type of paving adopted for the surrounding street scene. Zeta is even suitable for areas where access is required for certain types of vehicle. The...