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The Next Generation in Sustainable Plant Protection
Introducing the PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protector, the innovative solution for safeguarding your young plants while caring for our planet. Engineered with a next-generation formula, these protectors are specifically designed to biodegrade in soil and aqua environments, setting the standard for ecofriendly horticultural products.
Why Choose PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protectors?
PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protectors are uniquely engineered to biodegrade in both aqua and soil environments. The main raw material has been independently tested for marine, water and soil biodegradation, ensuring that if the product ever reaches the waterways, it will naturally break down by being consumed by microbes. Importantly, these protectors also biodegrade on land through microbial activity. The length of time it takes to degrade will depend on the environment. The expected lifespan is 1-2 years.
While the marine biodegradability adds value by addressing the risk of land-based debris reaching the sea, the soil biodegradability ensures that PolyNatural® protectors are a responsible choice for all planting environments. As always, responsible disposal is encouraged, and these features are not an invitation to litter.
Upcycling Coffee Silverskin: Turning Waste into Value
A standout feature of PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protectors is the innovative use of coffee silverskin, a natural byproduct of coffee roasting. Coffee silverskin is the thin, papery layer that comes off coffee beans during roasting-typically considered a waste product and often discarded. By incorporating this abundant, nutrient-rich material into our plant protectors, PolyNatural® transforms what would otherwise be landfill waste into a valuable, high-performance resource.
Why Coffee Silverskin?
Sustainable Sourcing: Utilising coffee silverskin supports a circular economy, reducing agricultural waste and giving new life to materials that would otherwise be thrown away.
This commitment to upcycling not only reduces waste but also adds unique value to the PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protectors-making them a smarter, greener choice for environmentally conscious growers.
How do they work?
Biodegradation: Created using the same biotechnology as our award-winning Vine Clips, They are made from natural materials and produced through fermentation before being shaped into PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protectors.
Eco-Performance: Around 41% of known microbes can use our material as a feed source, ensuring efficient and complete breakdown, completely avoiding microplastics or harmful residues.
Zero Microplastics: PolyNatural® Vine Clips do not add to plastic pollution.
What are the benefits of PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protectors?
Choose PolyNatural® Aqua Plant Protectors for a solution that protects your plants and the environment-on land and at sea.
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Superior Plant Protection: Shields young plants from wind, sun, and pests such as rats and rabbits as well as herbicides, reducing replant costs and boosting establishment rates.
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Environmental Impact: PolyNatural® helps eliminate microplastic pollution, reduces landfill waste, and upcycles by-products-making a positive contribution to both local and global environments.
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Durable and high-performing in tough conditions like high wind and heavy rain. The lifespan is approximately 1- 2 years
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Optimised Growth: The unique circular shape gives your plants the maximum area to grow, encouraging strong, upward growth and healthy development.
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Designed and manufactured in New Zealand for New Zealand environments and climates.
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Easy to assemble with no tools required. Only requires one bamboo stake
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Flat design allows for maximum transport and storage efficiency.
Natural Variations in Our Packs
Our commitment to sustainability drives us to use natural materials, including coffee silverskin, in the production of our products. As a result, you may notice unique variations across your products.
Why Variations Occur
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Coffee Silverskin: This natural by-product of coffee roasting is used in our materials, contributing to the environmentally friendly characteristics of our products.
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Natural Materials: Since we use plant based inputs each pack can display distinct colours and subtle differences in appearance.
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Manufacturing Process: The process of creating products with can lead to small variances in size.
What Does this Mean for You?
Color shades within each pack may vary, showcasing the natural origins of the materials. You might observe slight differences in the dimensions of individual packs.
These characteristics are a testament to our dedication to sustainable practices and using natural materials.
Bamboo Stakes
Our bamboo stakes are compatible with both the 300mm and 400mm PolyNatural Plant Protectors. Designed to hold our plant protectors firmly in place, bamboo stakes are a highly sustainable, and reusable choice.
Please note:
- PolyNatural Wool Weed Mat is sold separately.
