Bare-Root Native Plants in the Spring

On April 11th, Prairie Moon Nursery began shipping thousands of bare-root plants to customers. Instead of arriving to 60-70° weather, this year many orders will show up while temps hover in the 40s, the rain continues or perhaps the snow returns. Ideally roots should be planted immediately. This is not always possible so if you can’t plant on the day they arrive, store your plants in the refrigerator or other cold place. As soon as it’s practical, place  your plants in the soil as illustrated on the root photos that come in the box with your plants. Don’t be concerned about the outside temperatures. These plants are hardy and will not be harmed by frosty nights.

Maricel oversees hundreds of boxes packed and shipped during this busy season.

Roots are carefully packed in moistened peat moss and kept chilled until they are shipped.

Site prep on April 19th – at least the soil is not frozen.

Planting a cactus pad into a sandy bed.