Plant Guards NZ – Biodegradable Plant Guards
Plant Guards NZ provides New Zealand-made, biodegradable plant guards designed to support strong plant establishment in tough conditions.
Made from recycled materials and designed to break down naturally over time — good for your plants and good for the whenua.
We supply commercial-scale ecological restoration, riparian planting, and large planting projects across New Zealand.
Built for Restoration Projects
We specialise in pallet-scale supply for ecological restoration and large planting programmes across New Zealand.
Our guards are designed for real planting conditions — wind, browsing pressure, exposed sites and demanding environments.
Commercial orders are supplied in full pallets and delivered nationwide.
- Riparian planting
- Native re-vegetation
- Carbon and large-scale planting projects
- Catchment and community restoration programmes
- Nurseries and contract planters
Our Products
Fibreboard Wax Cardboard Guard (EcoShield Pro)
Our strongest and longest-lasting guard, designed to perform in real planting conditions and support strong early plant establishment.
- Wax-coated fibreboard construction
- Designed to last longer in wetter environments
- Supports healthy early plant growth
- Biodegradable and made from recycled materials
Specifications
- Height: 350 mm
- Forms a stable 200 mm triangular planting opening
- Designed for use with two bamboo stakes
- Pre-cut front and rear stake slots for quick installation
Corrugated Cardboard Guard (EcoShield Core)
A practical and economical guard for large-scale planting programmes, designed to support strong early plant establishment.
- Lightweight corrugated cardboard construction
- Cost-effective for high-volume projects
- Supports healthy early plant growth
- Biodegradable and made from recycled materials
Specifications
- Height: 350 mm
- Forms a stable 200 mm triangular planting opening
- Recommended for use with two bamboo stakes
Corrugated Cardboard Mulch Plates / Weed Mats (EcoShield Base)
Ground-level protection designed to support early plant establishment and reduce maintenance requirements.
- Suppresses competing weeds
- Retains soil moisture
- Reduces follow-up maintenance
- Biodegradable and made from recycled materials
Specifications
- Size: 300 mm × 300 mm
- Square design with star cut centre
- Integrated slot for easy installation around existing plants
- Designed to break down naturally over time
2026 Pricing
Commercial supply is structured around full pallet orders and can be delivered nationwide.
Corrugated cardboard guards are supplied in minimum orders of two pallets (1,800 units).
Smaller retail quantities are available for collection from our Tasman depot.
Commercial Supply (Full Pallets – excl. GST)
| Product | Units per Pallet | Price per Unit | Price per Pallet (excl. GST) |
| EcoShield Pro | 1,500 | $1.25 | $1,875 |
| EcoShield Core | 900 | $0.69 | $621 |
| EcoShield Base | 4800 | $0.32 | $1,536 |
Additional volume discounts apply for orders exceeding 10,000 units.
Retail & Community Orders (Collection Only – incl. GST)
Retail quantities are available for collection from our depot near Motueka.
Minimum order 100 units. Quantities must be in multiples of 50.
| Product | Retail Price per Unit (incl. GST) |
| EcoShield Pro | $1.65 |
| EcoSheild Core | $0.95 |
| EcoSheild Base | $0.45 |
Collection available by prior arrangement from Mariri, near Motueka, Tasman Region.
Delivery
We offer flexible delivery options to suit commercial and community projects across New Zealand.
Commercial Orders (Full Pallets)
Commercial orders are supplied in full pallets.
Customers may arrange their own transport, or we can organise pallet freight nationwide.
Freight costs vary depending on delivery location and order volume.
Please contact us for a freight quote.
Collection
Collection is welcome by prior arrangement from our depot in Mariri, near Motueka.
Customers are also welcome to arrange their own transport for pallet pickup
Please get in touch to discuss delivery options or request a freight estimate.