Life in the Nursery - January – New Wood Trees

Life in the Nursery - January

January is a busy month in the nursery.

Whilst we're still very much in rootball season; lifting lots of trees from the fields to deliver to your gardens, it's also a time when the groundwork is laid to ensure the cycle of growth continues and our nursery thrives for seasons and years to come.

In this video Philip explains why he's prouder than ever of our planting fields this year:

A sensory journey through the month...

January feels like:

Ice cold
Bathed in low golden sunlight
Wet and very squelchy under foot
Dormant and spindly

January sounds like:

Tractors & Rootball machines whirring
Shovels chopping into the soil
Icy winds billowing
Wellies squelching in the mud

Our focus this month:

In addition to the tree planting we mentioned above we are also concentrating on:

Root pruning & Transplanting

January is the ideal time for root pruning, a crucial practice that ensures our trees develop strong, fibrous root systems. During dormancy, trees conserve their energy, making it the perfect moment to carefully prune their roots without causing undue stress. By trimming back long, coarse roots, we encourage the growth of finer, feeder roots, which are vital for nutrient and water uptake. This process not only enhances the overall health and resilience of the tree but also makes them easier to transplant successfully when the time comes. Root pruning now sets the stage for robust growth in the spring, ensuring our trees thrive ready for the time for them to be transplanted to your gardens.

Lifting trees for customer deliveries

January is a busy month for us as we lift trees from the fields to get them ready for customer deliveries. Our production team work through all of the weathers to make sure the trees are carefully rootballed, prepared and loaded, so they reach your gardens in the best possible shape. There’s a real sense of satisfaction in seeing trees we’ve grown head off to start their next chapter, whether it’s in a garden, park, or larger landscape project. It’s hard work, but it’s a big part of what makes this time of year so rewarding.

Planning for the year ahead

As with most businesses, this is also a time of planning for the year ahead. With a line in the sand between 2024 and this year, we're reflecting on everything we achieved previously and planning how we can do even better and continue to share our message and trees with more and more customers. We have lots of great initiatives and useful content planned, but we'd also love to hear from you if there's anything that you'd like to see or hear from us.

Useful tips for planting & watering your trees

At New Wood Trees, we are committed to promoting the health and longevity of your newly planted trees. If you’re unsure how about how best to plant your tree, please watch these useful videos for our top tips: