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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.

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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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Corylus avellana (Hazel) 100/125cm bare root saplings.
Corylus avellana (hazel) 40-60cm bare root hedge plant.
Corylus avellana (hazel) 120-150cm bare root hedge plant.
Corylus avellana (hazel) 80–100cm bare root tree.
Corylus avellana (hazel) 60-80cm BR sapling hedge plant.
Ribes uva crispa 'Hinnomaki Green' bare root fruit plant.
Carpinus betulus (hornbeam) 120–150cm bare root hedge plants.
Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam) bare root 60-80cm hedge saplings.
Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam) 80-100cm bare root hedge plant.
Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam) 40-60cm bare root hedge plants.
Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam) 100-125cm bare root hedging.
Carpinus betulus (hornbeam) 200/225cm rootball hedge plant.
Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam) 150-175cm bare root hedge plants.
Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam) 20–30cm pot grown hedge plant.
Ilex crenata 'Conexa' Japanese holly 40–60cm rootball evergreen hedge plant alternative to boxwood.
Ilex crenata 'Conexa' (Japanese holly) 60-80cm rootball hedge plant.
Amelanchier canadensis (Juneberry) 40-60cm bare root hedging.Amelanchier canadensis (Juneberry) 40-60cm bare root hedging plant.
Ligustrum ovalifolium (Green Privet) 30-40cm pot grown hedging plant.
Prunus domestica 'Mirabelle de Nancy' pot grown dessert plum tree self-fertile.
Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' 120-150cm rootball shrub.Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' 120-150cm rootball evergreen shrub.
Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' (Photinia Red Robin) 40/60cm bare root.Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' (Photinia Red Robin) 40/60cm bare root evergreen hedge plant.
Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' 90-120cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.
Pinus sylvestris (Scots Pine) 20-30cm pot grown evergreen conifer.
Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) 175–200cm rootball hedge.Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese laurel) 175–200cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.
Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) 120-150cm rootball hedge plant.Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese laurel) 120-150cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.
Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) 150-175cm rootball hedge plant.Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) 150-175cm hedge plant.
Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) 120-150cm pot grown 10L hedge plant.
Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) 60-90cm rootball hedging plant.
Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese laurel) 90-120cm rootball evergreen hedge plant.Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese laurel) 90-120cm rootball hedging plant.
Escallonia 'Donard Seedling' pot grown evergreen hedge plant.Escallonia 'Donard Seedling' pot grown evergreen hedge plant.
Prunus 'Accolade' (flowering cherry) 150-165cm bare root tree.Prunus 'Accolade' (flowering cherry) 150-165cm bare root tree.
Prunus avium 'Plena' double white flowering cherry tree bareroot.Prunus avium 'Plena' (Double White Cherry) bare root flowering tree.
Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea' (Purple Beech) 40-60cm bare root hedge plant.
Berberis 'Purple' 20-40cm bare root hedge plant.Berberis thunbergii 'Purple' 20-40cm bare root security hedge plant.
Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea' (purple beech) 120–150cm bare root.
Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea' (Purple/Copper Beech) 60/80cm bare root.
Fagus sylvatica 'Atropunicea' (Purple/Copper Beech) 80/100cm bare root.
Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea' (Purple/Copper Beech) 150-175cm bare root hedge plant.
Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea' (Purple/Copper Beech) 100–125cm bare root hedging plant.
Quercus robur (English Oak) 40-60cm bare root hedging plant.
Rubus idaeus 'Malling Admiral' bare root 40-60cm fruit plant.
Sold outRubus idaeus 'Polka' (Raspberry) bare root fruiting canes.
Cornus alba 'Sibirica' (Red Stem Dogwood) 40-60cm bare root hedge plant.Cornus alba 'Sibirica' (Red Stem Dogwood) 40-60cm bare root shrub.
Salix alba 'Chermesina' (red stemmed willow) 40/60cm bare root.
Rosa canina (Dog Rose) 80-100cm bare root hedging plant.
Rosa rugosa 'Alba' (white rose) 40-60cm bare root hedging plant.Rosa rugosa 'Alba' (White) 40-60cm bare root hedging plant.
Rosa rugosa 'Ramanus Rose' 40-60cm bare root hedge bush.Rosa rugosa 'Ramanus Rose' 40-60cm BR shrub.
Sorbus aucuparia (Rowan/Mountain Ash) 100/125cm bare root saplings.
Sorbus aucuparia (Rowan/Mountain Ash) 120/150cm bare root.
Sorbus aucuparia (Rowan/Mountain Ash) 40/60cm bare root saplings.