Scottish mix

Planting information

Spacing
Trees: plant trees roughly 2m apart. Consider the final size of the tree, nearby buildings, services and other plants to avoid future damage to the roots and canopy as the tree grows.

Hedgerow: to produce a single row, plant trees around 30cm apart. For a thick hedge, plant in two rows with equal staggering of 50cm between saplings and 40cm between rows.

Tree protection
If your sapling could be at risk from animals like rabbits or deer, consider protecting them. Take a look at our tree protection options.

Best time to plant
October–March (dormant season): ideal planting time.

April–September: saplings are growing fast and should be planted as soon as possible. Take a little extra care over the warmer months.
If you need to delay planting for a few weeks, keep saplings moist, in light conditions and free from frost and wind.

Ongoing care
Weed around the base to reduce competition for nutrients.
Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
For detailed guidance, take a look at our tree care instructions.

Holly
(Ilex aquifolium)
A much-loved evergreen with glossy, spiny leaves. In winter, female trees produce bright-red berries. Suits any size garden.

Growth and size
Mature height: up to 15m.
Supplied as 15-30cm cell-grown saplings.
Can be planted all year round with proper care.

Value to wildlife
Foliage provides year-round shelter for birds and insects.
Winter berries are an important food source for birds including thrushes.
Food plant for holly blue butterfly caterpillars.

Soil and conditions
Thrives in well-drained, fertile soils.
Tolerates sun and partial shade.
Can be grown as a tree, hedging or topiary.

Silver birch
(Betula pendula)
Silver birch is one of the oldest native species in Scotland, and supports a whole host of insects.

Growth and size
Mature height: 25m.
Supplied as 20-50cm cell-grown saplings.
Can be planted all year round with proper care.

Value to wildlife
Seeds are eaten by long-tailed tits, siskin, greenfinch and redpolls.
Food plant for more than 300 species of insect.

Soil and conditions
Prefers sandy or acidic soils.
Will grow in most conditions.

Rowan
(Sorbus aucuparia)
Creamy-white springtime flowers transform into vibrant orange-red berries in autumn.

Growth and size
Mature height: 15m.
Supplied as 20-50cm cell-grown saplings.
Can be planted all year round with proper care.

Value to wildlife
Source of pollen and nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Host plant for moth caterpillars such as the larger Welsh wave and autumn green carpet.
Berries are eaten by thrushes.

Soil and conditions
Grows in most soils.
Prefers light, well-drained and humus-rich conditions.

Juniper
(Juniperus communis)
One of only three conifer species native to the UK. Its berries are used to flavour gin and are popular in liqueurs and sauces.

Growth and size
Mature height: 8m.
Supplied as 20-30m cell-grown saplings.
Can be planted all year round with proper care.

Value to wildlife
Provides dense cover for small nesting birds like goldcrest.
Birds including fieldfare, song thrush and mistle thrush will eat the berries.
Food plant of moth caterpillars including the juniper pug, juniper carpet and chestnut-coloured carpet.

Soil and conditions
Prefers full sun.
Grows in most well-drained soils.

Free delivery 

Free standard delivery for all trees within 10 working days. Orders of more than 900 trees may take longer. 

Order information 

We are unable to hold or delay orders.

To reduce packaging waste and minimise environmental impact, multiple items ordered together may be packed in a single box. All trees will remain fully protected during delivery. If you would prefer your trees to be packaged separately, please contact our support services team via email at shop@woodlandtrust.org.uk and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

Please note: If your order contains a mix of product types (e.g. trees, tree protection items, merchandise or subsidised packs), items may be delivered separately. This means your order may arrive in more than one delivery.

Sapling appearance 

You will receive a cell-grown sapling, approximately 15–60cm in height. Depending on the season (especially early spring), your sapling may not look very perky on arrival. Don’t worry – once planted, it should recover quickly. 

Shipping restrictions 

We do not deliver to Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man. 

Further information 

You can find more information about delivery and packaging in our frequently asked questions.