Nut Trees

Growing your own nuts is a game changer; think homemade hazelnut praline, walnuts for your Waldorf salad, almonds for a brilliant Bakewell - and all of them fresh, cheap and sustainable. Our nut trees are slow-grown in natural conditions here in the UK so you’re guaranteed a strong and healthy young tree that’ll be cropping before you know it.

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  • Sweet Chestnut Tree | 3L Pot Ornamental Trees
    From ÂŁ30
    From ÂŁ30

    Chestnut Tree | Castanea sativa

    A glorious, classic nut tree

    • Bushy to spreading tree
    • Large tree - grows to 12m+
    • Green foliage turns russet brown in autumn
    • Roast your chestnuts for maximum flavour

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  • 'Europa' Walnut Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ120
    ÂŁ125 From ÂŁ120

    'Europa' Walnut Tree

    Grow walnuts in small spaces

    • Sumptuously sweet and rich
    • Far more compact than most walnut trees
    • Combine with apples to make a tangy chutney
    • Harvest from October

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  • Rote Zellernuss' Filbert Tree | Red Filbert Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ30
    From ÂŁ30

    Red Hazelnut Tree | Corylus avellana 'Rote Zellernuss'

    Bold foliage, fab filbert taste

    • Mild, delicate and balanced flavour
    • Striking, colour-changing leaves
    • Toast with a dash of sea salt or eat fresh
    • Harvest from September

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  • Cosford' Cobnut Tree | Corylus avellana Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ55
    ÂŁ60 From ÂŁ55

    'Cosford' Hazelnut Tree | Corylus avellana

    Compact in size, big on impact

    • Sweet, scrummy and oh-so snackable
    • Great for attracting wildlife to the garden
    • Bake with apples in a loaf cake
    • Harvest in late September and October

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    Which nut tree is best for you?

  • Purpurea' Filbert Tree | Purple Filbert Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ40
    From ÂŁ40

    Purple Hazelnut Tree | Corylus maxima 'Purpurea'

    Striking purple-leaved nut tree

    • Rich and complex flavour profile
    • Award of Garden Merit winner
    • Roast, chop and add to muesli
    • Harvest from the end of August

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  • Webb's Prize' Cobnut Tree | Corylus avellana Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ40
    From ÂŁ40

    'Webb's Prize' Hazelnut Tree | Corylus avellana

    A new weeping variety of cobnut

    • Wonderfully sweet, tasty (and large) nuts
    • Heavy cropper
    • Roast or stir through melted, salted butter
    • Harvest from September

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  • Pearson's Prolific' / 'Nottingham Early' Filbert Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ60
    ÂŁ65 From ÂŁ60

    'Pearson's Prolific' Hazelnut Tree

    Early crops of rich nuts

    • Nutty, earthy flavour with a good crunch
    • A native tree ideal for wildlife gardens
    • Use to make nutty, chocolate overnight oats
    • Harvest from September

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  • Hall'sche Reissenuss' / 'Merveille de Bollwyller' Cobnut Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ60
    ÂŁ65 From ÂŁ60

    'Merveille de Bollwyller' Hazelnut Tree

    Versatile, compact and tasty!

    • Large nuts with perfectly-balanced flavour
    • Easy to grow and heavy cropping
    • Use in a cobnut and pear salad
    • Harvest from late August

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  • Almond Tree | Prunus dulcis 'Robijn' Trained Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ65
    From ÂŁ65

    Almond Tree | Prunus dulcis 'Robijn'

    Amazing flowers, delectable nuts

    • Sweet, crunchy and moreish
    • Self fertile (no pollinating partner needed)
    • Toast and use in cookies and muffins
    • Harvest from the end of August

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  • 'Buccaneer' Walnut Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ105
    From ÂŁ105

    'Buccaneer' Walnut Tree

    Early-cropping and self-fertile

    • Classic walnut flavour - creamy and earthy
    • Brilliant for pickling when unripe
    • Candy your walnuts in sugar and butter
    • Harvest from the end of September

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  • Walnut Tree | Juglans regia Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ38
    From ÂŁ38

    Walnut Tree | Juglans regia

    An iconic countryside staple

    • Creamy, sweet and slightly bitter
    • Award of Garden Merit winner
    • Make a classic coffee and walnut cake
    • Harvest from September

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  • 'Sultane' Almond Tree | Prunus dulcis Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ40
    ÂŁ50 From ÂŁ40

    'Sultane' Almond Tree | Prunus dulcis

    A soft-shelled sensation

    • Sweet and perfect for making milk
    • Glorious scented, springtime blossom
    • Grind your almonds to make a flour for baking
    • Harvest from mid-September

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  • Princess' Almond Tree | Prunus dulcis Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ40
    ÂŁ54 From ÂŁ40

    'Princess' Almond Tree | Prunus dulcis

    Sweet almonds and scented blooms

    • Delightfully moreish, soft-shelled nuts
    • Makes a spectacular specimen tree
    • Coat in paprika for a spiced snack
    • Harvest from late September

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  • 'Kentish Cob' Cobnut Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ38
    ÂŁ45 From ÂŁ38

    'Kentish Cob' Hazelnut Tree

    Bursting with fab, nutty flavour

    • Fantastic texture and flavour
    • Award of Garden Merit winner
    • Make a plum and cobnut crumble
    • Harvest from September

    Currently out of stock

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  • 'Broadview' Walnut Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ80
    ÂŁ92 From ÂŁ80

    'Broadview' Walnut Tree

    Ideally suited to UK-growing

    • Flavourful and sweet
    • Crops well even when young
    • Pickle or use in a Wardorf salad
    • Harvest from September or October

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  • Sweet Chestnut Hedging | Castanea sativa Shrubs
    ÂŁ4
    ÂŁ8 ÂŁ4

    Sweet Chestnut Hedging | Castanea sativa

    Beautiful and productive native

    • Spring catkins and sweet edible chestnuts
    • Enormous value to native wildlife
    • Average growth rate - 20-40cm per year
    • Grows up to 12m or keep trimmed at 1-5m

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  • Lara' Walnut Tree Fruit Trees
    From ÂŁ75
    ÂŁ90 From ÂŁ75

    'Lara' Walnut Tree

    Fantastic French 'noyer' variety

    • Decadent, creamy-tasting walnuts
    • Award of Garden Merit winner
    • Eat fresh or bake into bread
    • Harvest from late September

    Currently out of stock

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Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.

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Which nut tree should you choose?

Which nut tree should you choose?

A range of nut trees grow in UK gardens, including walnut, hazelnut, chestnut and almond, and which you choose very much depends on both your personal preference and the garden you have at your disposal. If you’ve got lots of room to work with, for instance, then you might want to go for something bigger like a walnut tree, which can grow upwards of 12 metres (though can, of course, be pruned smaller). If you’ve only got a small amount of space with which to work, by contrast, then an almond tree is preferable, thanks to its much shorter eventual height. There are particularly prolific nut trees, nut trees with interesting forms (like corkscrew branches) and nut trees with intense purple foliage. The world’s your cobnut!

Nut tree companion planting

Nut tree companion planting

With some considered planting you can create what’s known in horticulture as a guild. This permaculture practice involves building up layers around your nut tree. For instance, say you have a walnut tree; in the sub-canopy you might plant a dwarf fruit tree. Then, beneath this, you might have a soft fruit bush such as a gooseberry plant. Next down is a herbaceous layer, which might include something like achillea, going down to the groundcover level, which comprises plants that can help suppress weed growth and retain moisture. Add to this a climber and some root vegetables to help break up compacted ground, and you’ve got yourself a guild! Find out more about planting guilds here.

Caring for nut trees

Caring for nut trees

Nut trees tend to prefer deep, moist (but well-drained) soil and a position in full sunshine or partial shade. They can benefit from a yearly application of slow-release fertiliser and mulching, and will need to be watered regularly for at least their first couple of growing seasons. Beyond this, watering will generally only need watering in protracted periods of heat and/or drought. Interested in finding out more about nut trees? Check out our comprehensive guide.

Nut Trees FAQs

What types of nut trees can I grow in the UK?

Lots of different nut trees can be grown successfully in the UK including hazelnuts, walnuts, sweet chestnuts, and (in warmer areas) almonds. Find out more and get some help with choosing in our growers’ guide to choosing a nut tree.

When is the best time to plant nut trees in the UK?

Bare root nut trees need to be planted during the dormant season, from November to March. Potted nut trees can be planted at any time of year (although during the dormant season is best) provided the ground isn’t waterlogged or frozen.

What soil conditions do nut trees prefer?

Nut trees prefer well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil. They do best in loose, fertile soil, so if yours is a bit on the heavy or dry side, mix in plenty of compost or well-rotted manure when planting.

How much sunlight do nut trees need?

For the best crop of nuts and blossom, plant your nut tree in a sheltered position where it will get six to eight hours of sunlight daily. A little partial shade is also fine, particularly in the afternoon.

How much space do nut trees require?

Nut trees come in all different sizes, so it’s important to check their eventual mature height and width before choosing - you can find this information on each of the tree’s pages on our website. Remember also that you can always prune your nut tree into shape if it gets too big for your garden.

Do nut trees require pruning?

Nut trees can benefit from light, regular pruning to keep them in shape, remove dead or diseased wood and allow good air circulation through the branches. For more tree pruning tips, take a look at our growers’ guide.

How long does it take for nut trees to start producing nuts?

Nut trees usually take a few years to mature and start producing a decent-sized crop. This will vary depending on the species and growing conditions, but it can range from three to ten years or more. You can check on each of our trees’ pages to see when the different varieties can be expected to crop.

Do nut trees require special care during the winter in the UK?

Nut trees will benefit from winter protection, especially when they’re young and vulnerable to frost and cold winds. Mulching around the base of the tree and wrapping less hardy species (such as almonds) can help.

Can I grow nut trees in pots or containers in the UK?

Nut trees usually prefer to be in the ground, where they crop best, but several, such as hazelnuts, almonds and dwarf walnuts, can be grown in pots. Check to make sure your choice is suitable, and make sure to use a large container with good drainage holes in the bottom.

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