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Rootball & Bareroot

Rootball & Bare Root Plants: Discover Scotland-grown hedging plants, ornamental and fruit trees, and soft fruit supplied as bare root and root ball stock. These forms offer excellent value, quick establishment, and efficient transport for large-scale and domestic planting. Our bareroot and rootball plants are lifted from the field during dormancy (November–March), making them ideal for bulk hedging, privacy screens, boundary planting, and woodland projects across the UK. Choose from hardy beech, laurel, box, holly, maple, raspberry canes, and more — all selected for reliable performance in British climates, with sizes tailored for everything from instant impact to cost-effective bulk cover. For best results, match plant type (evergreen or deciduous) and root form to your timing, site, and long-term goals. As a trusted Fife nursery, we provide expert advice, secure delivery UK-wide, and a 12-month guarantee on all plants.

Explore our Rootball & Bareroot Buying Guide

Rootball Plants

Root Form
root ball with soil
Best Planting Season
autumn · winter · early spring
Suitability
evergreen species · deciduous species · screening
Use Cases
instant impact hedging · larger sizes

Bare Root Plants

Root Form
bare root (no soil)
Best Planting Season
dormant season (Nov–Mar)
Suitability
hedging · woodland projects · fruit canes
Plant Types
deciduous · evergreen

Hedging Plants

Foliage
evergreen · deciduous
Typical Species
beech · cherry laurel · box · holly · dog rose · maple
Growth Rate
fast · medium · slow
Height Range
20-225cm
Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between bare root and root ball plants?

Bare root plants are supplied without soil, ideal for dormant-season planting and quick root establishment. Root ball plants come with soil around their roots, offering greater stability and often used for larger evergreens and instant impact hedging.

Which bare root hedging plants grow fastest for privacy?

Fast-growing options for UK privacy hedging include cherry laurel, common laurel, and green beech. These varieties establish quickly, providing effective year-round or seasonal screening when planted as bare root stock.

How should I choose between evergreen and deciduous bare root plants?

Choose evergreen bare root plants if you want year-round coverage and privacy. Deciduous species, like beech or hornbeam, are ideal if you’re seeking seasonal interest or a traditional hedge that changes through the year.

Are root ball or bare root plants better for autumn planting?

Both are suitable for autumn planting, but root ball plants (especially evergreens) handle earlier planting and transplant shock better. Bare root plants are usually best from late autumn through winter, when plants are fully dormant.

What should I consider when comparing prices and sizes of bare root hedge plants?

Compare plant height, species characteristics, and grade. Taller or more mature plants cost more upfront but deliver instant impact. Bulk packs and smaller plants offer best value for large projects and establish well with proper care.

Do root ball or bare root plants need much watering after planting?

Yes, all newly planted root ball and bare root stock should be watered well during the first growing season, especially in dry spells, to ensure strong establishment.

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Elaeagnus x ebbingei (Oleaster) 40/60cm rootball evergreen hedge.
Sambucus nigra (elder) 40/60cm bare root.Sambucus nigra (Elder) 40/60cm bare root plant.
Sambucus nigra (Elder) 60/80cm bare root hedging plant.Sambucus nigra (Elder) 60/80cm bare root plant.
Ilex aquifolium (English holly) 120-150cm rootball hedge plant.
Ilex aquifolium (English Holly) 175–200cm rootball hedge plant.
Ilex aquifolium (English holly) 150-175cm rootball hedge.
Ilex aquifolium (English Holly) 200/225cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.
Ilex aquifolium (English Holly) 90-120cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.
Taxus baccata (English yew) 90-120cm rootball hedging tree.Taxus baccata (English yew) 90-120cm rootball hedging plant.
Taxus baccata (English Yew) 20–40cm bare root hedge plant.Taxus baccata (English Yew) 20–40cm bare root hedge plant.
Taxus baccata (English Yew) bare root 40-60cm hedging plant.Taxus baccata (English Yew) 40-60cm BR hedging plant.
Taxus baccata (English yew) 120-150cm rootball hedge plant.Taxus baccata (English Yew) 120–150cm rootball hedge plant.
Taxus baccata (English yew) 150-175cm rootball hedging plant.
Prunus laurocerasus (Common Laurel) 60-80cm rootball hedge plant.
Acer campestre (Field Maple) 80–100cm bare root hedge plant UK native.
Acer campestre (Field Maple) 120-150cm bare root hedge plant.
Acer campestre (Field Maple) 100-125cm bare root hedging plant.
Acer campestre (Field Maple) 40–60cm bare root hedging plant.
Acer campestre (Field Maple) 60–80cm bare root hedging.
Forsythia x intermedia (Golden Bell) 40-60cm bare root shrub.
Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ample' (Raspberry) bare root floricane canes.
Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Aureum' (golden privet) 20-30cm pot grown hedge plant.
Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 150-175cm bare root hedging plant.Fagus sylvatica (green beech) 150-175cm bare root hedging.
Fagus sylvatica (green beech) 80-100cm bare root hedge plant.Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 80-100cm bare root hedge plant.
Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 40-60cm bare root hedging plants.Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 40-60cm bare root hedging.
Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 60–80cm bare root hedging.Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) bare root hedging 60–80cm plant.
Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 150-175cm rootball hedge plant.
Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 200/225cm rootball hedge plant.
Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 100-125cm bare root hedge plant.Fagus sylvatica (Green Beech) 100-125cm bare root hedge plant.
Berberis thunbergii (Green Berberis) 20/40cm bare root hedging plant.Berberis thunbergii (Green Berberis) 20/40cm bare root plant.
Cupressocyparis x leylandii (Leylandii) 175/200cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.
Cupressocyparis x leylandii (Green Leylandii) 150-175cm rootball hedge plant.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 100/125cm bare root hedge plant.Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 100/125cm bare root hedge plant.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (green privet) 40/60cm bare root plant.Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 40/60cm bare root hedge plant.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 60/80cm bare root hedging plants.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 80/100cm bare root.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 100-125cm rootball hedge plant.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 175-200cm rootball hedge plant.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet Hedge) 120-150cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 150-175cm rootball hedge plant.
Viburnum opulus (Guelder Rose) 100/125cm bare root plant.Viburnum opulus (Guelder Rose) 100/125cm bare root wildlife shrub.
Viburnum opulus (Guelder Rose) 40/60cm bare root.Viburnum opulus (Guelder Rose) 40/60cm bare root shrub.
Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn) 60-80cm bare root hedge plants.
Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn) 80-100cm bare root hedge plants.
Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn) 100-125cm bare root hedge plant.
Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn) 120-150cm bare root hedge plants.
Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn) 40-60cm bare root hedge plant.
Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn) 150–175cm bare root hedge plant.
Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn) 150-175cm rootball hedge plant.
Crataegus monogyna (hawthorn) 175-200cm rootball hedge plant.