The Secret to Healthier Roots and Bigger Harvests

Written by: Vanessa Dawson

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Time to read 2 min

Healthy roots make healthy plants—and that means better harvests, stronger flowers, and more resilient greenery all season long. But most gardeners don’t think about feeding the roots until problems show up above ground. Here's why you should start below the surface.

Why Root Health is Everything

Roots are your plant’s foundation. When they’re thriving, your plant can:

  • Absorb more water and nutrients

  • Resist disease and transplant shock

  • Grow faster and produce more

Weak roots, on the other hand, lead to stunted growth, poor flowering, and disappointing harvests.

How to Set Your Plants Up for Success

The best time to invest in strong roots is when you plant. Whether you're transplanting seedlings or potting up a houseplant, applying a root-enhancing microbial blend directly into the planting hole helps establish a strong underground network from day one.

A Simple Step That Makes a Big Difference

Before planting, sprinkle a scoop of Arber’s Soil & Root Food into the hole. This organic formula is packed with beneficial microbes that boost nutrient uptake, improve soil structure, and protect against root rot.

How to Use It

FOR NEW PLANTS

When transplanting or repotting, shake 1 tbsp of formula per gallon of soil into the roots of each plant and bottom of the planting hole. Water thoroughly.


FOR ONGOING CARE

For existing gardens or potted plants, sprinkle and blend 1 tbsp of formula per gallon of soil into the top layer of soil. Water thoroughly.


For lushest, greenest results, apply to soil once per month.

"This Organic Soil & Root Food is a soil savior! It has transformed my garden and my plants have never been healthier."

— Kristen K., CA

Ready to boost your garden from the ground up? Try Arber’s Organic Soil & Root Boost today and see the difference it makes.


Healthy gardens start underground. Whether you’re planting tomatoes, herbs, or flowers, make root care a priority. It’s a small shift that delivers big results all season long.

Quick Tips from Arber's Founder

FAQs

I just applied the Organic Soil & Root Food on my edible plants. How soon can I safely harvest and enjoy?

We use organic ingredients at the core of all of our products—no synthetic chemicals, just nature helping nature. Your edible plants are safe to harvest and enjoy immediately after applying our Organic Soil & Root Food. So feel at ease to eat, spray, and play all in the same day!

Is the Organic Soil & Root Food safe to use around my pets and my kids?

Please feel at ease that all of our products, including the Organic Soil & Root Food, are not hazardous to people, pets, pollinators, or our planet. Our products have undergone significant third-party toxicity and safety testing—outperforming all other chemicals and organics in terms of safety. So please feel at ease when using our products around your pets and your kids!

When using the Organic Soil & Root Food, how often and how much should I apply?

For greenest, lushest results, we recommend applying to the your soil once per month. Check out our ‘How To Use’ video in the section below for detailed instructions on how much to use depending on your plants and your green space.