When planting a root-ball tree it is not possible to use a single stake as this would damage the root-ball. Using a cross bar when tree planting allows the tree stakes to be placed outside of the root-ball area, allowing tree support to be fitted after the tree has been planted.

When planting a root-ball tree it is not possible to use a single stake as this would damage the root-ball. Using a cross bar when tree planting allows the tree stakes to be placed outside of the root-ball area, allowing tree support to be fitted after the tree has been planted.