Can you mix mycorrhizae with fertilizer?

One option is to sprinkle granular mycorrhizae directly on the root ball or in the planting hole when transplanting new plants into the garden or into a larger container. See the photos below. So, be sure to routinely amend your garden with compost and mild, organic fertilizer too!

Do plants grow better with mycorrhizae?

Thus, roots colonized by mycorrhizae enables the plant to be better protected and to resist the stress caused by transplanting, drought and heat, while maintaining an optimal growth rate. Mycorrhizal fungi also receive benefit from symbiosis with the plant.

Does mycorrhizae increase yield?

Mycorrhizae open the flood gates to an all you can eat buffet every time they form a relationship with a root system. On top of that, they help make plants more resistant to drought and diseases. This buffet, coupled with the added disease/ drought resistance can increase your yields anywhere from 23\% to 37\%.

How often should you apply mycorrhizae?

Similar to granular products, Mycorrhizae may be added every 10-14 days through plant establishment. And ideally at least 7 days prior to transplanting.

How do mycorrhizal fungi multiply?

Multiply mycorrhiza Choose combination of grassy species (eg maize, millet, sorghum, oats, wheat) or an allium (onion, leek), with a species of legume (beans, peas, lentils, alfalfa, clover). These “bait plants” will become infected with the mycorrhizal fungus causing the fungal population to multiply.

Which plants don’t benefit from mycorrhizal fungi?

It’s important to remember that mycorrhizae do not benefit some plants, such as beets and leafy greens. On the other hand, trees, rose bushes, shrubs, and crops like tomatoes and corn respond very well to these partnerships.

What feeds mycorrhiza?

Mycorrhizae thrive on carbohydrates, which is part of what they receive in payment from the plant in exchange for helping the plant thrive. One way to boost beneficial microorganisms including mycorrhizae is to feed them with a carbohydrate additive such as molasses.

How do you feed mycorrhizae?

Which vegetables benefit from mycorrhizal fungi?

A majority of plant species will benefit from mycorrhizal fungi

• Urban vegetable crops in soil or trays: onion, garlic, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, cucurbits, asparagus, herbs and lettuce.
• Annuals in planters or flower beds: salvia, ornamental grasses, canna, ferns, aloe, gerbera.