Establishing trees successfully—especially large-caliper or specimen trees—requires more than just good soil and water. It requires stability. While traditional staking methods have long been standard practice, they often compromise both safety and aesthetics.

Enter the Duckbill® Root Ball Anchoring Kit (RBKS)—an innovative, subsurface solution designed for professionals who demand both performance and presentation.

A Subsurface System Designed for Modern Landscapes

Unlike above-ground stakes and ties, the Duckbill RBKS system stabilizes newly planted trees from below the soil surface. The system is engineered to offer secure anchoring while remaining completely invisible post-installation, making it ideal for high-visibility and design-conscious sites.

How It Works:

1. Three Duckbill® anchors are driven deep into the planting pit.
2. Guy wires are attached and converge at a central ratchet tensioning strap.
3. The strap is looped over the root ball and tightened for firm, below-grade stabilization.

This approach enables natural trunk movement—which is vital for tree strength—while keeping the root system secure and protected.

Key Benefits for Professionals

✅ Unobtrusive and Clean

No visible stakes, wires, or ties—preserving the visual integrity of your landscape design.

✅ Encourages Natural Trunk Development

By allowing controlled movement, the system supports the growth of structurally sound, wind-resilient trunks.

✅ Improves Public Safety

Eliminates exposed supports that could pose tripping hazards in parks, sidewalks, or commercial properties.

✅ Quick to Install, Built to Last

Lightweight, durable components ensure fast installation and long-term stability with minimal maintenance.

✅ Reduces Structural Failure Risk

Avoids common failure points where trees often snap at stake ties in traditional systems.

Ideal Use Cases

The Duckbill RBKS is suited to a wide range of professional applications:

• Urban Streetscapes – Where pedestrian safety and aesthetics are top priorities
• Municipal Parks & Greenways – Where exposure to wind and heavy foot traffic demand durable solutions
• Commercial Landscapes – Where visual appeal contributes directly to property value
• Premium Residential Projects – Where homeowner expectations rule out visible supports

Performance Comparison

A Smarter Way to Anchor Trees

Incorporating the Duckbill Root Ball Anchoring Kit into your specifications isn’t just an upgrade—it’s an alignment with industry best practices. As urban landscapes evolve and design standards rise, this system delivers unmatched stability, safety, and visual discretion.

Choose the anchor system that works as hard as you do—secure, seamless, and professional.