Mar 13, 2025
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Dreaming of fresh peaches, crisp apples, or juicy plums from your backyard? Bare root fruit trees are Kansas City’s affordable, eco-friendly shortcut to orchard success.
Let’s count down the top reasons these hidden gems deserve a spot in your garden—and how to plant them like a pro!
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4. Eco-Friendly & Low-Waste
Skip the plastic pots! Bare root trees use minimal packaging, reducing your gardening carbon footprint. Their lightweight nature also cuts shipping emissions compared to bulky potted trees. Sustainable gardening just got sweeter .
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3. Faster Growth, Sooner Fruit
Planted during dormancy (late winter/early spring), bare root trees focus energy on roots first. This means quicker establishment—some peach trees fruit in just 2–3 years, beating potted rivals to the harvest .
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2. Healthier Roots, Happier Trees
No cramped pots = no tangled roots. Bare root trees develop 200% more roots in their first year, according to studies, leading to better nutrient uptake and drought resistance. Less transplant shock, more long-term success .
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1. Budget-Friendly Orchard Starter
Save more than 50% versus potted trees! A bare root fruit trees cost $50-$60, while potted versions can cost 190.00 or more? (our #10 fruit trees sell for $189.99 or #15's sell for $219.99)
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How to Plant Bare Root Trees in 3 Steps
- Dig a wide, shallow hole (3ft wide) and mix in compost.
- Plant High: Set the tree so the graft union sits 2" above soil. Spread roots over a soil mound to prevent sinking.
- Water & Mulch: Water deeply, then add mulch (keep it trunk-free) to lock in moisture.
Don't let the roots dry out! Do keep the roots moist by wrapping them in burlap, occasionally misting with water
Still have some questions? Speak to our Nursery team!
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Final Takeaway
Bare root trees are Kansas City’s smartest gardening hack: affordable, sustainable, and fast. Ready to taste the difference? Grab your shovel and let’s grow!
Click here to purchase your bare root fruit trees at low, wholesale prices!