Gardeners must plant bare-root shrubs this March

Gardeners are advised to plant bare-root shrubs and trees this March, as it is the last opportunity until next winter. These plants are cheaper and easier to transport than potted varieties. Bare-root plants grow in open ground and establish roots during winter, ready to thrive in spring. They require less water and have a lower carbon footprint. As spring approaches, gardeners can also focus on other tasks, such as pruning roses and preparing beds for hardy annuals.