Diggers 3'x25' Roll Root Guard Gopher Wire

Diggers root guard 3 ft. 25 ft. gopher wire roll is manufactured in such a manner that it acts to restrain the behavior of burrowing vermin such as the gopher and mole in the landscape. It provides a long-lasting underground shield that protects roots, turf, and hardscape using an underground shield made of 20-gauge 3/8-inch hexagonal steel mesh. Its 2-galvanizing makes it permanently resistant to rust and as such, it is already a 6-10 year investment in plant and property protection.

Applications

This wire can be used on lawns, gardens, trees, and pathways, and can be scaled to suit almost all landscaping applications.

• Lawns & Sod: The mesh is put down under new sod or artificial turf to prevent gophers from burrowing through the ground and destroying your lawn. It forms an invisibility shield that hides the lawn from pests and keeps it smooth.
• Planter Beds and Gardens: Ideal where vegetable patches are required, or flower beds, where the underground pests are chewing through fine root systems. Plants grow without experiencing burrowing all the time.
• Raised Beds: It is used as a liner for root zones that provide a safe environment for raised gardens. This promotes the healthy growth of vegetables, herbs, and flowers even in gopher-infested areas.
• Protection by tree root: The shaping of the wire into a basket or collar form allows young trees to be protected during their development process. The mesh prevents gnawing of roots and allows growth through the mesh.
• Pathways and Hardscape: It is installed over gravel or stone walkways to avoid gophers disrupting the surface by digging unsightly tunnels. This keeps the walkways uncontaminated and unperturbed.

Pros & Cons

This gopher wire, like any product, has obvious benefits and some realistic shortcomings.

Pros

• Lasts 6-10 years of constant protection and is very cost-effective in the long run.
• The 20-gauge wire is strong enough to resist chewing and pushing and provides actual resistance to gophers.
• The double galvanization allows the wire not to rust too quickly, even when it is completely covered.
• Green selection does not use poisons, traps, or chemicals that can damage soil ecosystems.

Cons

• Installation requires labor, i.e., it will necessitate time and effort to dig a trench or clear the area.
• Multiple rolls may be necessary on large areas, and close overlaps must be made to prevent pest openings.
• Heavy wire cuts harder, so thick tin snips or cutters must be an indispensable part of the equipment.
• Although it is durable, it will require replacement after its service life has ended.

Installation Tips

Just a couple of easy steps will guarantee that your gopher wire provides you with the best and most long-lasting protection.

• Prepare the Site: Rocks, roots, and rubbish removed. In the case of lawns or sod, a shallow trench is dug to bury the layer of wire.
• Unroll the Wire: If possible, stretch out the mesh on the table and let it relax without any kinks or bends that expose it.
• Cut to Fit - With a pair of tin snips or heavy-duty wire cutters, it can be cut to the exact size of a project. Clean edges and reduced weak points are the result of proper cutting.
• Overlap Seams: This option is used if you are mixing two or more rolls using a 2-4 inch lap. This does not allow pests to find their way into the homes through tiny holes.
• Secure in Place: Fix the wire with landscape staples, stakes, or weights. Securing will help avoid settlement in backfill when applying soil or on turf.
• Accommodate Plants: With trees or plants, cut an X shape through the mesh, place the root ball in the X, and pull the flaps of wire back around the base of the tissue.
• Cover & Finish: When placed, backfill with soil, sod, gravel, or stone as needed. The barrier is removed underground and still protects.

Summary

Diggers 3x25 Roll Root Guard Gopher Wire is an economically viable and environmentally friendly product that protects the consumer and landscape gardener against long-term subterranean pests. Its rugged two-galvanized construction is strong and durable, and it is among the most reliable gopher control products available.