How Do You Pick Mycorrhizal Fungi For A Garden?
Mycorrhizal fungi are one of nature’s best kept secrets. These fungi grow in and around plant roots to form an extensive network that help plants absorb precious nutrients they would not otherwise have access to. Picking the right mycorrhizals for your garden can be confusing as they come in many forms and are often mixed with other organic matter. But successful use of these gems will yield healthier plants and minimize the use of fertilizers. Read on to learn how to pick mycorrhizal fungi for a garden. Make sure whatever form of mycorrhizal fungi you choose that it’s the endomycorrhizal variety. This species will penetrate plant root cells and are ideal for vegetables, grasses and shrubs. Ectomycorrhizal fungi are only beneficial to trees as they don’t penetrate root cells like the endomycorrhizals do. Use a powdered form of mycorrhizals when transplanting seedlings. Just dip the roots in the powder before moving to your outdoor garden. You can also mix the powder with water and pour
