{"product_id":"emerald-harvest-root-wizard","title":"Emerald Harvest Root Wizard Microbial Root Builder","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmerald Harvest Root Wizard is a concentrated microbial root inoculant formulated with six strains of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria. These beneficial bacterial spores colonize the rhizosphere, helping plants develop greater root mass, longer root hairs and more root surface area for efficient water and nutrient uptake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard also supports nutrient cycling by helping break down organic matter and convert certain unavailable nutrients into more accessible forms. Its high concentration of viable spores makes it suitable for introducing beneficial microbial life into hydroponic, coco coir and soil-based growing environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix-strain PGPR formula:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supplies a targeted combination of beneficial rhizobacteria selected for root-zone performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh microbial concentration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Contains a combined 96 million colony-forming units per milliliter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreater root development:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supports longer roots, increased root-hair development and greater total root surface area.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved nutrient uptake:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A larger, more active root system can absorb water and dissolved nutrients more efficiently.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutrient cycling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beneficial bacteria help break down organic material and convert certain nutrients into more accessible forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhizosphere colonization:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Introduces viable microbial spores capable of establishing colonies around plant roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot-zone competition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supports a populated microbial environment that can compete with undesirable microorganisms for space and resources.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-application program:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The standard feeding chart requires only two applications during the crop cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydroponic compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for soil, coco coir, recirculating hydroponics and drain-to-waste systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuaranteed Bacterial Analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard contains the following viable bacterial spores:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacillus amyloliquefaciens:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.5 × 10⁷ CFU\/mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacillus licheniformis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.0 × 10⁷ CFU\/mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacillus subtilis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.0 × 10⁷ CFU\/mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacillus laevolacticus:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.0 × 10⁷ CFU\/mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacillus pasteurii:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.0 × 10⁷ CFU\/mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaenibacillus azotofixans:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.0 × 10⁶ CFU\/mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combined guaranteed concentration is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.6 × 10⁷ CFU\/mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or 96 million viable colony-forming units per milliliter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard contains non-plant-food ingredients and is classified as a microbial root inoculant. It is not a complete fertilizer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria Work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, commonly called PGPRs, establish colonies in the rhizosphere immediately surrounding plant roots. Different strains can perform complementary functions within this environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese beneficial bacteria may support plants by:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColonizing root surfaces and the surrounding growing medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncouraging root branching and root-hair development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreaking down organic material in the root zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelping convert certain fixed nutrients into more accessible forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing naturally occurring compounds associated with plant and root development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompeting with undesirable microorganisms for available space and resources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard supports a biologically active growing environment but does not sterilize the root zone or replace appropriate sanitation practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficial Application Schedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Emerald Harvest feeding chart recommends two root-zone applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Vegetative Growth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply 15 mL per gallon or 3.75 mL per liter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering Week 2 – Early Flowering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply 15 mL per gallon or 3.75 mL per liter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo additional Root Wizard applications are shown during seedlings, transplanting, late vegetative growth, mid flowering, late flowering or ripening on the standard chart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor crops with a different growth schedule, align the second application with early flower development and follow the current container label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Mixing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShake the container thoroughly to redistribute the microbial spores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFill the reservoir or watering container with fresh water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd the required base nutrients in their recommended sequence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix thoroughly after each base nutrient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd Root Wizard at the recommended rate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd other compatible supplements individually, mixing between additions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the completed solution’s EC or PPM and pH before application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever combine Root Wizard directly with concentrated fertilizers or undiluted supplements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing Root Wizard With Other Products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard can be used with Emerald Harvest Grow, Micro and Bloom, Cali Pro nutrients and many other compatible fertilizer programs. Complete the base-nutrient mixing sequence before adding Root Wizard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmerald Harvest specifically recommends pairing Root Wizard with Honey Chome. The natural carbohydrate ingredients in Honey Chome provide a food source that can help support beneficial root-zone microbes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Root Wizard contains living bacterial spores, confirm compatibility before using it in the same solution as strong oxidizers, disinfectants, bactericides or sterilizing reservoir treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot-Zone and Foliar Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot-zone feeding is the primary application method shown on the official Emerald Harvest feed chart. Apply the diluted solution through the reservoir, irrigation system or regular watering program.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer also identifies Root Wizard as foliar-compatible but does not publish a separate foliar concentration on its standard feeding chart. Follow the current container label for foliar dilution and application instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Media and System Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard is suitable for properly managed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydroponic reservoirs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoco coir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil and soilless mixes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep water culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAeroponics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutrient film technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlood-and-drain systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrip irrigation and fertigation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecirculating systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrain-to-waste systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular-watering container gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain appropriate aeration, irrigation, temperature and reservoir conditions to support a productive root environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Usage Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard is a microbial inoculant, not a complete base fertilizer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShake thoroughly before every application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the two-application schedule unless the current container label directs otherwise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not mix directly with undiluted fertilizer concentrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Wizard does not sterilize contaminated growing media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is not registered as a pesticide, fungicide or treatment for plant disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue following proper sanitation and reservoir-maintenance practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore tightly sealed and protected from direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer lists a shelf life of 18 months or more under proper storage conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best microbial viability, use the product within a reasonable period after opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emerald Harvest","offers":[{"title":"Qt","offer_id":44303936782500,"sku":"723966","price":59.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon","offer_id":44303936848036,"sku":"723970","price":174.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5 Gallon","offer_id":44303936880804,"sku":"723963","price":339.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Gallon","offer_id":44303936913572,"sku":"723972","price":548.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gallon","offer_id":44813636632740,"sku":"","price":1399.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"55 Gallon","offer_id":44303936946340,"sku":"723998","price":4749.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1298\/4199\/products\/Emerald-Harvest_-Root-Wizard_-qt-Emerald-Harvest-1673967434.jpg?v=1683703905","url":"https:\/\/www.gardensupplyguys.com\/products\/emerald-harvest-root-wizard","provider":"GARDEN SUPPLY GUYS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}