Bare Root Native Plants
from Mid Atlantic Native Plants / Superior Nursery
Bare root planting directions and photos
Selecting bare root plants offers advantages over container grown plants in a number of ways, bare root plants are normally much less expensive than container-grown plants, are easier to inspect for damage or disease and weigh less when considering shipping and handling.
If handled and planted properly, bare root plants grow just as well as those grown in containers. Keep in mind, because the roots are bare, they dry out very quickly and it is important to get them planted as soon as possible after buying, or store them correctly until ready for planting.
Bare root plants do better when planted on a mound because it reduces root and crown rot.
To plant, dig a hole that is two times the width of the plant's roots and a little deeper than where you see the soil level mark on the trunk (this will be a darker color). This extra depth will allow a mound of soil to be built on which the roots will be placed and spread out evenly. Remember, the most fragile part of a tree or shrub is the crown – the transitional section where the trunk joins the roots – and it should never have water puddling against it. Planting a little high or on a mound prevents this and also allows for some soil settling.
When selecting bare root plants, roots are everything. They should be well established and "full" for the type of plant. Below are examples of what you should expect, and what you'll receive from Mid Atlantic Native Plant Nursery.
If handled and planted properly, bare root plants grow just as well as those grown in containers. Keep in mind, because the roots are bare, they dry out very quickly and it is important to get them planted as soon as possible after buying, or store them correctly until ready for planting.
Bare root plants do better when planted on a mound because it reduces root and crown rot.
To plant, dig a hole that is two times the width of the plant's roots and a little deeper than where you see the soil level mark on the trunk (this will be a darker color). This extra depth will allow a mound of soil to be built on which the roots will be placed and spread out evenly. Remember, the most fragile part of a tree or shrub is the crown – the transitional section where the trunk joins the roots – and it should never have water puddling against it. Planting a little high or on a mound prevents this and also allows for some soil settling.
When selecting bare root plants, roots are everything. They should be well established and "full" for the type of plant. Below are examples of what you should expect, and what you'll receive from Mid Atlantic Native Plant Nursery.
