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Mature Fruit Trees

Mature Fruit Trees

Below is a full list of the trees we have in stock. Please bare in mind, we only have minimal stock for these trees so please contact us directly to purchase.

Either call our direct line 01584 878878 or email Poppy at poppy@treesdirect.co.uk

Apples (Between 3-4 years)

Blenheim Orange (M27) Charles Ross (M1006)...

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Mature Fruit Trees

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Useful Information

Bare Root trees are trees that have been grown naturally in fields. Once winter sets in, the plants, usually deciduous, enter a dormant or inactive phase, only to remerge as actively growing plants again in the spring.

It is while they are in this dormant phase that bare root trees are carefully lifted from the ground, and the soil washed clean from the roots. As the trees are dormant, raising them in this way causes the least stress to the plant.

Many deciduous shrubs, trees and hedging plants, along with some evergreens, are available as bare root plants while they’re dormant between November and April. Despite the dormancy, the roots will quietly establish and grow away below ground, ready to fuel a fabulous display of flowers and foliage once the soil warms up in the spring.

The bare root season extends from early November through to mid-April; however, this may vary slightly subject to weather conditions and autumnal and spring temperatures.

During this period, the plants are dormant and can be lifted and transplanted.

Care Guide and Tips

Ever since the first tree was planted, it’s quite likely that there has been considerable debate about the best way to plant a tree.

Always plant trees to the same level they were in the pots or, in the case of bare roots, the mark left from the soil at the nursery, always making sure the roots are entirely covered. Take care not to damage the roots in any way as this can cause death or a slowing of growth.

As you begin refilling the hole, be sure to gently move the soil a little to ensure it sets around the roots.

And remember, all trees enjoy a handful of bone meal, fish blood or root grow in the bottom of the hole before planting.

After filling the hole, firm it around the base and water generously. Larger trees will need a stake while smaller ones might only need a cane. If you have a rabbit or deer problem tree guards are essential.