Root Vegetable Plants

There's nothing quite like pulling fresh carrots or beetroot from the soil and taking them straight into the kitchen. Whether you're growing in a vegetable patch, a raised bed, or a few containers on the patio, root vegetable plants are an easy way to enjoy home grown harvests without waiting for seeds to get started.

Our collection includes popular root vegetables that are loved for their flavour, versatility, and reliability in UK gardens. From sweet, crunchy carrots to richly coloured beetroot, these easy-to-grow plants can fit into gardens of almost any size and reward you with fresh produce throughout the growing season.

Plant Highlights

  • Established root vegetable plants for quicker results
  • Hardy, perennial crops with long-term productivity
  • Ideal for kitchen gardens, allotments & raised beds
  • Easy to grow and low maintenance once established
  • Excellent flavour and culinary versatility

Types Available

Explore our range of root and perennial vegetable plants, including:

  • Artichoke – Striking architectural plants that produce delicious edible flower buds year after year.
  • Horseradish – A vigorous root crop prized for its intense flavour and culinary heat.
  • Lovage – A robust perennial herb with celery-like flavour, valued for both leaves and roots.
  • Wild Garlic – Also known as ramsons, producing aromatic leaves and edible bulbs ideal for woodland-style planting.
  • Ginger - A tropical rhizome grown for its fragrant, spicy roots, ideal for pots or warm, sheltered spots and perfect for fresh culinary use.

Whether you’re creating a traditional vegetable plot or expanding a perennial food garden, our root vegetable plants offer reliable growth, strong flavour, and harvests you can enjoy season after season.

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Why Choose Root Vegetable Plants from Carbeth Plants

Growing root vegetables from young plants can save a lot of time, especially if you've had patchy results from seeds in the past. Instead of waiting for rows to appear, you can get planting straight away and focus on helping your crop settle in.

We only offer varieties we'd be happy to grow ourselves, with plants selected for their flavour, reliability, and suitability for everyday gardens across the UK.

  • Young plants that are ready to get growing once planted
  • Carrot and beetroot varieties that have earned their place in vegetable gardens for years
  • Suitable for allotments, raised beds, and smaller garden spaces
  • Sourced from experienced UK growers who understand our climate
  • Practical help and growing advice whenever you need it

Seasonal Interest: Fresh Harvests Through the Growing Season

Root vegetables are not the showiest plants in the garden, but they more than make up for it when harvest time arrives. A few rows of carrots or beetroot can quietly tick along in the background while the rest of the garden changes through the seasons.

  • Fresh leafy growth appears during spring as plants settle in
  • Summer is a great time to pull smaller roots for salads and everyday cooking
  • Autumn brings larger harvests that are ideal for roasting and hearty meals
  • Many crops can be lifted and stored for use later in the year
  • Planting little and often can help spread harvests across the season

How to Choose and Grow Root Vegetable Plants

Carrots and beetroot are among the best vegetables for beginner gardeners because they don't ask for much once they're settled in. Give them good soil, regular watering, and a sunny spot, and they'll usually reward you with a generous crop.

  • Choose a sunny position wherever possible
  • Plant in loose, stone free soil to help roots grow evenly
  • Raised beds are ideal for healthy root development
  • Deep pots and containers work well in smaller spaces
  • Water during dry periods to keep growth steady
  • Harvest little and often to enjoy the best flavour and texture

Even a small garden can produce a surprisingly useful harvest when root vegetable plants are given the right conditions.

Our Quality Promise & UK Delivery

Our aim is simple. We want your plants to arrive healthy, establish quickly, and be ready to grow as soon as they reach your garden.

  • Healthy plants inspected before dispatch
  • Carefully packed to protect roots and foliage during transit
  • Reliable UK delivery direct to your door
  • Plants selected for growing success in British gardens
  • Support from a team that genuinely enjoys helping people grow

Browse our collection today and find root vegetable plants that are ready to settle into your garden and get growing. Order online now and enjoy the pleasure of harvesting fresh carrots and beetroot straight from your own garden this season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Carrots and beetroot are usually the first vegetables many gardeners try, and for good reason. They're straightforward to grow, don't need much fussing over, and can produce a surprisingly good crop even in a small space. If you're new to growing your own food, they're a great place to start.
Most root vegetables are quite happy growing alongside each other. The bigger issue is giving them enough room. If carrots, beetroot, parsnips, or turnips are planted too closely together, they'll compete for space, and you may end up with smaller roots at harvest time.
Yes, provided the container is deep enough. Carrots and beetroot are often grown successfully in pots, raised planters, and patio containers. They're a good option if you don't have space for a traditional vegetable patch but still want to enjoy home grown produce.
Spring is usually the best time to get started, once the soil begins to warm up. Planting early in the growing season gives roots plenty of time to develop before harvest. Many gardeners continue planting through early summer for a longer picking season.
A sunny spot will give the best results. Carrots and beetroot can cope with a little shade, but they tend to grow more strongly when they receive several hours of sunlight each day. More sun often means better growth and fuller flavoured crops.
Root vegetables prefer soil that is loose and easy to work with. If the ground is heavy or packed with stones, roots can become forked or uneven. A well prepared bed with good drainage gives plants the best chance to develop properly.
Raised beds are one of the easiest places to grow root vegetables. They offer better control over soil conditions and make it easier for roots to grow straight and evenly. Many gardeners find they get more consistent results in raised beds than in open ground.
Definitely. Root vegetables are among the most forgiving crops you can grow. They don't need complicated care, and there's something genuinely satisfying about lifting your own carrots or beetroot from the soil when they're ready to harvest.