We have no choice but to use the tubes due to damage from deer, rabbits, mice, etc. I've used the solid tubes and the mesh. The mesh is the only way to go because it allows the wind to vent. The solid tubes blow over and break the bamboo stakes. Other advantages are that you don't need cable ties with the mesh, you can thread the stakes right through it. I've found that you need to put two stakes in each tube to prevent the wind from rotating them, which augers a hole with a single stake.
Haven't had the deer pull any out yet. Ordered mine from Itasca Greenhouse. They do cost more than the trees but we've planted hundreds and I'd rather protect them than have to do it over again.
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