Nicholas O Curtis

US Patent:

20120240459, Sep 27, 2012

Filed:

Mar 19, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/423753

Inventors:

Stephen O'R. Curtis - Milford DE, US
Nicholas O'R. Curtis - Milton DE, US

International Classification:

A01G 17/10
A01G 1/00

US Classification:

47 43, 47 581 R

Abstract:

A re-usable tree stanchion designed to provide temporary safe support to a newly transplanted tree, while allowing it a full range of movement sufficient for the tree to develop a healthy and strong trunk base and root system. It prevents the tree from being uprooted or blown over in a strong wind until it can stand on its own without causing damage to the tree trunk. The support is supplied by a thin leg of supple material set in the ground adjacent to the newly planted tree. The leg curves over to meet the tree encircling it with a collar of soft, pliant material. These components together provide two stage shock absorption. When the tree moves with pressure from the wind it is first held softly by the collar which gives under pressure from the moving tree, then its movement is further decelerated by the spring action of the leg.