What Are Specimen Trees – and How to Buy Them
The Barcham tree nursery is situated in the heart of fenland Cambridgeshire. Covering over 300 acres of land, it is by far the largest tree nursery of its type in Europe. We specialise in container-grown trees that deliver instant impact.
Originally, we supplied large trees mainly to landscapers, developers, and organisations planting in parks, streets, and other public areas. But now, private customers can also buy directly from our nursery via our website.
A specimen tree is a high-quality, well-shaped tree that’s planted as a standout feature in a garden or landscape. These trees are often larger and chosen to create an immediate visual impact.
At Barcham, you can browse and buy specimen trees online by common or Latin name, by features such as size or foliage colour, or even by their purpose—whether you’re after a focal point, screening, or seasonal interest. Once you’ve selected your tree, simply add it to your basket and complete your purchase through our secure website
If you’re based nearby and would like to visit the nursery in person, we’re happy to welcome you—but please contact us first to book an appointment. You can reach us by phone on 01353 720 950, by email, or via the website’s chat feature.
If you are unable to visit us and would like to discuss your tree selection in further detail, please email your query to us or call or drop us a chat message to discuss your project with one of our resident tree experts.
