Rootball Trees

Last Orders by 2nd April – Don’t Miss Out

The rootball tree planting season is coming to a close, and with 2nd April marking the final date for orders, now is the perfect time to secure your trees before the season ends.

What Are Rootball Trees?

Rootball trees are typically larger, more mature specimens that are grown in open ground rather than containers. These trees are carefully lifted with a compact mass of soil and roots, known as the rootball, intact. This method ensures that the tree retains a strong, healthy root system during relocation.

The rootball season typically runs from November through to early April, when cooler soil temperatures reduce stress on plants. This makes it the ideal time for transplanting, allowing trees and shrubs to establish quickly and thrive in their new environment.

Expertly Grown and Prepared

At Practicality Brown, we collaborate with a trusted network of specialist tree growers across the UK and Europe. Every tree is expertly prepared well in advance, ensuring optimal quality and readiness for planting.

Before lifting, trees undergo a process called root pruning (or “undercutting”), typically carried out every 3 years for deciduous trees and 4 years for evergreen species. This process encourages the growth of a dense, fibrous root system, which is crucial for successful establishment after planting.

Safe Handling and Delivery

Each tree’s rootball is securely wrapped in natural hessian and reinforced with a wire cage. This protects the roots and keeps the soil intact during lifting, transportation, and planting.

We offer a supply and deliver only service, or supply, deliver and plant, depending on the project requirements.

Final Call for this season

As the rootball season draws to a close, now is the time to secure your order. Our team can provide expert guidance on tree selection, handling, planting and aftercare, helping you achieve the best results for your landscape project.

Secure your rootball trees before the deadline and give your project the strongest possible start this planting season.

All trees and hedges supplied by Practicality Brown are Plant Healthy certified, UK-grown, professionally maintained and supplied ready for planting, ensuring reliable establishment and excellent results.

We look forward to helping you with your enquiry.