Mycorrhizal Fungi

What are the benefits of Mycorrhizal Fungi?

Mycorrhizal fungi are specialized fungi that form symbiotic relationships with most plants. The fungus benefits by getting a relatively constant source of mono- or dimeric carbohydrates, such as glucose and sucrose from the plant, which are produced during photosynthesis.

The plant sees improved growth and gains the use of the mycelium's very large surface area, thus increasing the ability to pick up water and soil nutrients. Especially nonmobile nutrients such as phosphorous and zinc. In times of drought/water shortages this is very beneficial as Mycorrhizal fungi hold onto the water in soils like a sponge.

Mycorrhizae are also beneficial in helping the plant root system be more resistant to soil borne diseases. Plants grown in sterile soils and growth media often perform poorly without the addition of spores or hyphae of mycorrhizal fungi to colonise the plant roots and aid in the uptake of soil mineral nutrients.

Mycorrhizal plants generally have increased growth and yield because of these varied benefits.

Mycorrhizal Fungi
Use 1g per 15g of seeds.

Mycorrhizal Fungi - £10.00