How to improve soil health for thriving plants

Healthy soil is the heart of a thriving garden, but it doesn’t stay that way forever. Over time, soil can lose its nutrients and organic matter, becoming less able to support healthy plant growth. When this happens, plants struggle to absorb what they need from the soil, leading to weaker roots and leaving them vulnerable to pests, diseases and extreme weather conditions. The good news is that improving soil health is easier than you might think!

Add organic matter

One of the best ways to improve soil health is by adding organic matter such as compost, manure or leaf mould. These enrich the soil with essential nutrients while enhancing its structure and supporting beneficial microorganisms. Regularly adding organic matter helps create a thriving, balanced environment for plants to grow.

Rotate your crops

If you grow vegetables, consider rotating your crops each season. Crop rotation prevents the depletion of specific nutrients and reduces the risk of soil-borne diseases, keeping your soil healthier in the long run.

Mulch wisely

Mulching is another simple yet powerful way to protect and nourish your soil. Organic mulches like wood chips, straw or bark help retain moisture, regulate temperature, and suppress weeds. Over time, they break down and release nutrients back into the soil, further enhancing its health.

Start using seaweed

Adding natural soil amendments can also work wonders. Seaweed-based products like Maxicrop’s All Purpose Growth Stimulant are an excellent way to restore and maintain soil health. Enriched with high-quality seaweed extract sourced from Norwegian waters, Maxicrop is a must-have for enhancing plant vitality from the ground up. This natural stimulant improves root development, making it easier for plants to absorb essential nutrients from the soil. Whether you’re growing flowers, shrubs, trees, fruits, vegetables or maintaining a lawn, Maxicrop helps ensure that your plants have a healthy foundation. It stimulates natural growth processes, making sure that plants get the nutrients they need to grow strong and resilient. Simply mix 45ml of the stimulant into 9 litres of water and apply it directly to your plants every seven to 14 days. As an organic-approved product, it’s safe for both your garden and the environment.

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Editors notes

Maxicrop® has been a trusted name in gardening for over 80 years, known and loved for its premium organic seaweed-based products that support plant growth and resilience.

Sustainably sourced from the pristine waters off the Norwegian coast, Maxicrop’s seaweed extract is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, offering a natural bio-stimulant to develop strong plant cells and boost root growth, while building resistance to disease, drought and cold.

Its hero product, the popular All Purpose Growth Stimulant, is a pure bio-stimulant with an enriched formula designed to enhance root development, nutrient uptake, and stress tolerance in plants.

The wider range features products that carefully combine this high-quality, highly concentrated seaweed base with Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium to provide complete care for a variety of garden needs, including Vegetable Growth Stimulant and Feed, Tomato Growth Stimulant and Feed, Growth Stimulant and Sequestered Iron, and Moss Killer and Lawn Tonic.

Certified organic by the Soil Association, Maxicrop provides eco-conscious gardeners with effective, sustainable solutions for healthy, thriving plants.