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Trees by Root Type | Bare Root, Pot Grown & Mature Trees

Select the root form that fits your planting window, project scale and budget before ordering, and give your tree the best possible start. Bare root trees are despatched during dormancy between November and March: the most economical option for those planting in autumn or winter. Pot grown trees are available year-round, establish quickly after planting and suit anyone working outside the bare root season. Mature trees deliver immediate garden presence at a higher price point and are suited to landscaping projects or gardens where waiting for establishment is not an option. Once you have identified the right root type, filter further by tree feature or soil type to match your conditions precisely.

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How to choose trees by root type

Our guide to growing bare root fruit and nut trees covers handling, planting and aftercare for bare root stock in detail. The FAQs below address the questions buyers ask most often at this stage: what bare root means, when to plant each form, how the types compare on establishment and whether pot grown trees are worth the extra cost.

What is a bare root tree?

A bare root tree is a tree lifted from open ground during its dormant period, between November and March, and supplied without soil around the roots. Dormant trees travel and establish well in this form, and the absence of a container makes them significantly more economical to produce and despatch, giving buyers excellent value for planting in the autumn and winter window.

When should I plant bare root trees?

Plant bare root trees between November and March while they remain dormant. Plant promptly on arrival to prevent roots drying out, and avoid planting into frozen or waterlogged ground. In mild spells through winter, bare root trees establish particularly well and can match pot grown specimens in active growth by the end of their first summer.

Is a pot grown tree better than bare root?

A pot grown tree is not inherently better than bare root: both establish well when planted correctly. The key difference is timing. Pot grown trees can be planted year-round and establish quickly in any season, which suits summer or autumn planting projects. Bare root trees offer better value for larger purchases and are the right choice for dormant season planting.

What are mature trees and when should I choose them?

Mature trees are larger, more established specimens grown in open ground or large containers for multiple seasons before sale. They deliver immediate garden impact and suit landscaping projects or high-value positions where visual results are needed quickly. Mature trees cost more than younger stock and require careful aftercare in their first season to support the root system through establishment.

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