The Plant Protection Invention

Shrub Coat is the invention of Steve Bakowski - New York State Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional, horticulturalist, and resident of Clarence, NY.  After more than 28 years in the landscaping business, Steve knew his customers needed a better way than burlap to protect their valuable plants and shrubbery from deer and rabbit damage and destruction by harsh winter elements.  Since there wasn’t anything commercially available, he spent four years experimenting with ideas and concepts on his own.  The result is the superior plant protection products offered by the Shrub Coat Family of Products.

Fall 2008 - Great News! Steve Bakowski received a US Patent on the Shrub Coat invention.  Congratulations Steve on pursuing your passion and making a sustainable impact on the Green Industry.  Way to go!!

Plant and Shrubbery Care

Significant investments in plants and shrubbery are made by homeowners, gardeners, businesses, and municipalities to enhance the natural beauty of our environment.  Without the appropriate care and protection, your plants and shrubs can die or show significant decline over time. Replacing them can cost you significant time and effort. 

Sustain and Preserve Plant Health
The Shrub Coat was designed to help you maintain and preserve the health of your plants during winter months by achieving the following:

• Prevent or deter browsing by deer and rabbits.
• Prevent damage from snow load and ice.
• Stop browning and dieback due to winds.
• Allow plants and shrubs to breathe, without any “greenhouse effect,” so they emerge fresh and green in the spring.
• Serve as a cost-effective, reusable alternative to other forms of winter plant protection.

Special Shade Cloth Fabric

Shrub Coats are made of an attractive, breathable, environmentally friendly fabric.  This UV-treated fabric allows light and airflow to reach your plant while helping to protect it from the harsher elements of winter. Compared to other physical barriers, like burlap, wood or cardboard, The Shrub Coat is an attractive and cost-effective product that will last for years to come. It is also an attractive means to decorate your home for the holidays!

Plant Protection Results

Since its introduction, The Shrub Coat has received rave reviews from homeowners and industry professionals alike.  In fact, we’ve expanded our family of winter plant protection products to include The Shrub Cover and All Season Screening, with even more useful garden accessories to come.  Keep checking here to find the latest advances for protecting your valuable landscaping investment.