{"product_id":"diggers-1-gallon-heavy-duty-wire-basket-gopher-protection-12-baskets","title":"Digger's 1-Gallon Heavy-Duty Wire Basket – Gopher Protection (12 Baskets)","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtect and nurture your garden's roots with Digger's 1-Gallon Heavy-Duty Wire Basket. Designed to shield young root balls from digging pests while staying easy to place around perennials and vegetables, this solution blends sturdy construction with practical garden use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes this basket stand out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach order includes 12 baskets, sized to hold about 1 gallon. The 8 inch diameter by 9 inch deep design fits many common root balls and can be placed around bushes, perennial clumps, or individual vegetables without crowding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from 20-gauge hex double galvanized wire mesh for durability and root-zone protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust-resistant steel helps keep the barrier effective season after season in outdoor conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen hex pattern provides airflow to roots while creating a physical barrier against digging pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple to install: slip the basket around the plant and press into the soil; reposition as plants grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere you can use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden beds and borders benefit from a discreet barrier that blends with soil tones while providing a visible cue to protect root zones. Use around perennials, vegetables, or nursery stock in raised beds, in-ground beds, or container gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial borders: reduces disturbance to shallow root zones near the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable plots: supports root development for crops like tomatoes, peppers, and leafy greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed landscapes: pairs well with other protective measures during pest season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: Place baskets before root growth accelerates in spring, then monitor as plants grow; baskets can be adjusted to accommodate expanding root systems. While not a guaranteed solution, many gardeners report clearer root zones and less digging damage when used as part of an integrated pest management approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What does this basket protect my plants from?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It helps shield root zones from digging pests like gophers, rabbits, and moles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many baskets are included and what are the size specs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Includes 12 baskets per order; each is 1 gallon, 8 inches in diameter and 9 inches deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Digger's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45738882662586,"sku":"B0797HK66R","price":154.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/diggers-1gallon-heavy-duty-wire-basket-gopher-protection.jpg?v=1774707013","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/diggers-1-gallon-heavy-duty-wire-basket-gopher-protection-12-baskets","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}