Urban projects once treated trees as potential conflicts with underground systems, removing them at the first sign of root-related risk. Today, cities and designers know better: trees deliver immense ecological, social, and climate value, and they belong in even the most complex streetscapes. When roots need guidance — not removal — the goal becomes coexistence, not compromise.
DeepRoot Barriers provide the solution.
Our Barriers are engineered protection against underground challenges that threaten the long-term stability of landscapes and infrastructure. Whether it’s tree roots lifting a sidewalk, bamboo and other invasive species spreading into a foundation, or subsurface moisture migrating beneath hardscapes, DeepRoot Barriers offer reliable solutions trusted by landscape architects, civil engineers, and contractors worldwide.
Urban environments demand smart design below the surface. DeepRoot’s line of HDPE and polypropylene barriers helps you control root growth, contain invasive species, and block unwanted water movement — protecting both trees and structures for decades.
All barriers are:
| Barrier Type | Primary Function | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| Tree Root Barriers | Redirects tree roots downward | Sidewalks, curbs, planters |
| Invasive Species Barriers | Contains bamboo and invasive rhizomes | Landscape containment zones |
| Moisture Barriers | Blocks subsurface water movement | Hardscapes, foundations, clay soils |
| Barrier Type | Standard Depths | Roll/Panel Width | Thickness Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tree Root Barriers | 12″ – 48″ panels | 24″ wide | Rigid polypropylene panels |
| Invasive Species Barriers | 18″ – 48″ | 48″ wide | 30 – 80 mil HDPE |
| Moisture Barriers | 18″ – 48″ | 48″ wide | 30 – 80 mil HDPE |