Helpful Tips For Buying Bare Root Plants

A gloved hand holds up bare root peony tubers

Buying bare root plants for the first time can feel a little strange. These are plants sold while they are dormant without any soil around their roots and no rootball of soil. The plants are not sold in containers. What do bare roots on a plant look like? They look like sticks! But, properly planted and cared for, they can grow happily in your landscape. Should I Buy Bare Root Plants? Like every other thing in life, bare root plants have advantages and disadvantages. “Should I buy bare root plants?” is not a question with a universal answer. The important thing is to consider whether they’re right for you. Since almost all bare root plants are also available with a rootball, the choice is really up to each gardener. Bare root plants are pulled from their growing spot while they are dormant. The soil is shaken off the roots because […]

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