If you've never ordered bare root plants, you're in for a surprise. When they arrive, you might think there's been a mistake or you've been ripped off. It may look like the nursery has shipped a dead ...

Bare-root perennial plants often intimidate container gardeners because they arrive looking fragile or sometimes even dead, but it's actually not a bad thing. They are dormant plants sold without soil ...

If you're looking for a more economical way to fill in empty spots in your garden, bare root plants are a great option. They're exactly what they sound like: Plants that are shipped without soil ...

man holding bare root asparagus ready to grow - La Huertina De Toni/Shutterstock If you've never ordered bare root plants, you're in for a surprise. When they arrive, you might think there's been a ...