FAQs
THE REAL PROBLEM
What's the #1 reason most gardens underperform?
Weak root systems. Most gardeners focus on watering, sunlight, and fertilizer, but the real limitation is below the surface. If roots can’t access water and nutrients efficiently, plants will never reach their full potential. Mycorrhizal fungi like MycoMaxx solve this by expanding the root system and improving how plants use everything in the soil, expanding a plant’s effective root system by up to 250x.
Why isn’t my garden growing like it should?
Your garden isn’t failing because of sunlight or watering. It’s failing below the surface.
Weak roots can’t access water or nutrients, no matter how much you add to the soil.
Healthy plants start with strong root systems supported by living soil biology.
One of the most important missing pieces is mycorrhizal fungi, beneficial organisms that connect to roots and act like an extension of them.
Products like MycoMaxx introduce this biology at planting, helping roots grow stronger, reach farther, and absorb more of what your plants need to thrive.
Why do my plants look healthy but don’t produce much?
This is one of the most common garden frustrations. Your plants are surviving but not thriving.
Low yields are a direct result of underdeveloped roots. Without a strong root network, plants can’t support fruit production, growth, or resilience.
You’re seeing the symptom, not the cause.
The fix starts underground. By adding mycorrhizal fungi like MycoMaxx, you strengthen root systems, improve nutrient uptake, and support healthier soil structure.
What is causing low yields in my garden?
The hidden cause is often missing soil biology, especially beneficial fungi that expand root systems.
Over time, fertilizers and soil disturbance can reduce these natural biological connections.
Without them:
- Roots stay small
- Nutrient uptake is limited
- Yields suffer
Reintroducing this biology with mycorrhizal fungi like MycoMaxx helps rebuild the system your plants rely on—leading to stronger growth and higher yields.
Why do my plants struggle even when I fertilize regularly?
Because fertilizer alone isn’t enough.
Fertilizer feeds plants, but it doesn’t help roots absorb nutrients efficiently. If your root system is weak, much of that fertilizer goes unused. You’re not getting what you paid for.
Mycorrhizal fungi like MycoMaxx help roots grow deeper and wider, allowing plants to access and use more water and nutrients already in your soil.
Don’t waste good fertilizer, make sure your plants can actually use it.
Get to the Root
WHAT IS MYCORRHIZAE
What is mycorrhizal fungi for plants?
Mycorrhizal fungi are beneficial organisms that connect to plant roots and help them absorb more water and nutrients. They act like an extension of the root system, expanding how far roots can reach underground. In natural soil, this biology exists, but it’s often depleted in modern gardens.
Products like MycoMaxx reintroduce these fungi at planting, helping plants establish stronger, more efficient root systems from the start.
How does mycorrhizae work?
Mycorrhizal fungi form a partnership with plant roots. The fungi extend outward into the soil, increasing access to nutrients and water, while the plant provides energy back to the fungi.
This creates a more efficient, resilient growing system.
MycoMaxx delivers these beneficial fungi directly to roots at planting where the connection matters most.
Do mycorrhizae really work?
Yes, when applied correctly, mycorrhizal fungi significantly improve root development and nutrient uptake. The key is early application and direct root or seed contact.
Without that connection, plants miss the benefit.
MycoMaxx is designed to be applied at planting so the fungi can immediately attach to roots and begin working.
WHAT’S THE MYCORRHIZAE FUNGI SOLUTION
What is the best root booster for plants?
The best root booster doesn’t just stimulate growth; it expands the root system itself. Mycorrhizal fungi do this naturally by extending the reach of roots underground. Instead of forcing growth, they improve how plants access nutrients and water.
MycoMaxx works as a natural root enhancer by building a larger, more effective root system from the start.
Is MycoMaxx an organic root stimulant?
Yes. MycoMaxx is a natural, organic solution that improves plant performance by strengthening root systems and supporting soil biology.
Rather than adding synthetic inputs, it works with natural processes already found in healthy soil and reintroduces naturally occurring fungi.
How does MycoMaxx improve soil health naturally?
Healthy soil depends on biological activity, not just nutrients. Mycorrhizal fungi play a key role by improving nutrient cycling, soil structure, and root interaction.
When these organisms are missing, soil becomes less productive over time.
MycoMaxx restores this biological connection, helping rebuild a healthier soil ecosystem.
How is your mycorrhizal fungi created?
Mycorrhizal fungi are naturally occurring organisms found in healthy soils. To create a product like MycoMaxx, these beneficial fungi are carefully cultivated and concentrated in controlled conditions to ensure consistency, purity, and effectiveness. In many garden soils, these fungi are depleted due to disturbance, chemicals, or lack of organic activity.
By cultivating and delivering them in a usable form, MycoMaxx ensures:
- The right strains are present
- The fungi are viable and ready to work
- They can immediately connect with plant roots at planting
MycoMaxx delivers eight strains of derived fungi in a form that can be applied directly to plant roots so they can begin forming a beneficial relationship right away.
How can I see mycorrhizal fungi is working?
You can’t actually see mycorrhizal fungi as they are microscopic. But you will see signs that they are at work. A strong root system that includes a lot of tiny thread-like structures called hyphae means the fungi is hard at work.
How do I know I have the right mycorrhizal fungi?
The most important thing is using the right type of mycorrhizal fungi for your plants. For most gardens, that means endomycorrhizae, the type that forms relationships with over 85% of plants, including:
- Vegetables
- Flowers
- Fruit trees
MycoMaxx contains endomycorrhizal fungi, ensuring compatibility with the vast majority of plants you’re growing. This means you can apply it with confidence, knowing it’s designed to work where it matters most, at the root level.
Why are mycorrhizal fungi a big deal now?
Mycorrhizal fungi have always been essential but they’ve become a bigger focus because many modern soils are missing them. Years of tilling, synthetic inputs, and soil disturbance can reduce or eliminate the natural biology that plants rely on to grow efficiently. What used to happen naturally… often doesn’t anymore. Without mycorrhizal fungi, plants have to work harder with smaller root systems and less efficient nutrient uptake.
Modern gardeners are looking for:
- Healthier, more productive plants
- Better use of water and nutrients
- More natural, sustainable growing methods
Mycorrhizal fungi like MycoMaxx helps restore the missing connection between roots and soil making everything else you do more effective.
Isn’t mycorrhizal fungi already in my soil?
Sometimes, but often not enough to make a difference.
Modern gardening practices like tilling, chemical use, and soil disturbance reduce natural mycorrhizal populations, requiring reintroduction at planting with MycoMaxx.
Can I trust that MycoMaxx is safe and made in the U.S.?
Yes. MycoMaxx is formulated and distributed in the United States and produced under controlled conditions to ensure quality and consistency.
The mycorrhizal fungi are grown in greenhouse environments where each species is kept separate, helping prevent contamination and maintain purity.
MycoMaxx contains naturally occurring mycorrhizal fungi that are part of healthy soil ecosystems and are 100% organic and free from synthetic chemicals.
When you choose MycoMaxx you can trust that you are using a product that is:
- Carefully produced
- Free of harmful additives
- Aligned with natural growing practices
- Gives you confidence in both how it’s made and how it performs.
- All from a North Dakota family focused on soil health and innovation
Who is the company behind MycoMaxx?
MycoMaxx is developed by New Age Farming, a North Dakota-based company with decades of experience in agriculture and over 15 years of experience in mycorrhizal fungi.
New Age Farming has built its expertise around soil biology and plant performance, focusing specifically on how mycorrhizal fungi improve root systems and crop outcomes to become an industry leader in regenerative soil health solutions.
HOW TO USE MYCORRHIZAE FUNGI
When should I apply mycorrhizae?
At planting or transplanting. This is when roots are forming and able to connect with mycorrhizal fungi. Once plants are established, the opportunity for that connection is limited.
MycoMaxx is designed to be applied directly at planting to seeds or root transplants so the fungi can attach to roots immediately.
Does MycoMaxx help prevent transplant shock?
Yes. Transplant shock happens when roots struggle to access water and nutrients in a new environment. Mycorrhizal fungi help roots adapt faster by expanding their reach and improving absorption.
Applying MycoMaxx at transplanting helps reduce stress and supports quicker establishment.
Can I use MycoMaxx for vegetables and flowers?
Yes. Any plant that relies on a root system can benefit.
This includes:
- Vegetables
- Flowers
- Raised beds
- Containers
- Houseplants
MycoMaxx works across all of these by improving root performance below the surface.
Are there any plants that MycoMaxx (mycorrhizal fungi) won’t work for?
Yes. Some plants do not form relationships with mycorrhizal fungi. These include members of the Brassica family, such as:
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Cauliflower
- Kale
These plants don’t respond to mycorrhizal fungi because their roots don’t form the symbiotic connection. However, most other garden plants, especially vegetables, flowers, and fruits, do benefit from mycorrhizal fungi. Applying MycoMaxx at planting helps those plants develop stronger root systems and improve nutrient and water uptake.
How should I apply MycoMaxx?
MycoMaxx works best when it comes into direct contact with seeds or plant roots at planting. That’s when mycorrhizal fungi can attach and begin working.
Mix one packet with 1 quart of water in a spray bottle and apply directly to seeds or roots at planting.
For houseplants
Apply directly into the root zone when watering.
For seeds
Lay out seeds and lightly coat them with the mixture before planting. This ensures fungi are present as roots begin to develop.
For transplants
Spray roots with mixture before planting.
How should I store MycoMaxx?
MycoMaxx contains living mycorrhizal fungi, so proper storage is important to maintain effectiveness.
Store MycoMaxx in a:
- Cool, dry place
- Sealed container
- Away from direct sunlight and heat
Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures or moisture, as this can reduce the viability of the fungi.
Can I apply too much mycorrhizal fungi or MycoMaxx?
No. Mycorrhizal fungi are naturally self-limiting, so applying more than needed won’t harm your plants. Once the fungi connect to plant roots, they only grow as much as the plant can support. Any excess remains inactive in the soil.
Mycorrhizal fungi form a balanced relationship with plant roots. The plant supplies energy to the fungi, so growth is naturally regulated.
This means:
- No risk of burning plants (like fertilizer)
- No negative impact from overapplication
- The system adjusts based on plant needs
How many applications of MycoMaxx are required?
Only one application is needed at planting or transplanting.
Mycorrhizal fungi must connect directly with plant roots to be effective. Once that connection is made, the fungi grow with the root system and continue working throughout the plant’s life. You only need to apply again if you are planting new seeds or transplants.
How long does it take for MycoMaxx to work?
Mycorrhizal fungi begin working as soon as they connect to roots at planting. Visible results typically show as:
- Faster early growth
- Better establishment
- Stronger plants over time
- Better yields at harvest
It starts underground immediately, even if you don’t see it right away.
Does weather affect how mycorrhizal fungi work?
Yes, but in a good way.
Mycorrhizal fungi help plants adapt to:
- Dry conditions (better water access)
- Wet conditions (improved root function)
- Nutrient variability
Under many conditions, MycoMaxx makes your plants more resilient.
I’m new to gardening, do I really need this?
Yes. It helps you get more reliable results with less trial and error.
Mycorrhizal fungi help your plants establish faster and grow more efficiently, even if you’re still learning.
MycoMaxx makes gardening more forgiving.
How much area does one bag of MycoMaxx cover?
One bag of MycoMaxx treats approximately 100 square feet of garden soil, or can be used on hundreds of seeds or plant transplants.
Because mycorrhizal fungi attach directly to roots, coverage isn’t about evenly spreading product across the soil; it’s about making contact with each plant at planting, making a single bag go a long way and enhancing your root absorption 250 times.
Apply at Planting
HOW DOES MYCORRHIZAE COMPARE
Mycorrhizae vs fertilizer, what’s the difference?
Fertilizer adds nutrients to the soil. Mycorrhizal fungi help plants access those nutrients more efficiently. Without strong roots, much of the fertilizer you apply goes unused.
MycoMaxx improves how plants absorb nutrients—making everything else you use more effective.
Is compost enough to improve soil health?
Compost helps, but it works slowly and doesn’t always provide the specific fungi plants need. Mycorrhizal fungi connect directly to the roots so they can access nutrients and water effectively.
MycoMaxx ensures that the connection happens immediately at planting.
How is mycorrhizae different than compost?
Compost and mycorrhizae both improve soil, but do very different jobs. Compost builds the soil. Mycorrhizae make the plant more effective within that soil.
What makes MycoMaxx different from other mycorrhizal products?
Not all mycorrhizal products are the same. Effectiveness depends on:
- The type of fungi (endomycorrhizae for most plants)
- Viability (live, active spores)
- Proper application timing
MycoMaxx is designed for direct root contact at planting, ensuring the fungi can attach and begin working immediately.
Do I need mycorrhizae and compost?
Yes! Compost helps create a healthy soil environment, but it doesn’t guarantee that the specific fungi plants need are present or active. Applying a product like MycoMaxx at planting ensures these beneficial fungi are present and able to immediately connect with roots so your plants can fully take advantage of the soil you’ve built.
Aren’t there mycorrhizae fungi in compost?
Maybe. Mycorrhizal fungi are living organisms. High heat in active compost piles will destroy them, so they should be applied after composting is complete, directly at planting, where they can attach to roots.
Do I really need this if my soil looks good?
Soil can appear healthy and still lack critical biological connections. Many gardens perform “okay” but never reach their full potential. Improving root function is often the missing step.
MycoMaxx helps unlock that next level of performance.
Is the cost of MycoMaxx worth it for my garden?
You already spend money on soil, fertilizer, seeds, plants, chemicals and your water bill. Not to mention your time. You want all those things to be worth it and not a waste of time or money.
Mycorrhizal fungi like MycoMaxx improve how efficiently plants use everything you’re already investing in. For $20 for the whole season, that seems like a small investment to get your money’s worth.
It’s not an added cost if it makes everything else work better. In fact, it increases your plant's root surface area by 250 times. That’s a lot of bang for your buck.
RESULTS WITH MYCORRHIZAE
How do I grow stronger roots naturally?
Strong roots come from healthy soil biology. Mycorrhizal fungi expand root systems, allowing plants to access more nutrients and water. Without that biology, root growth is limited.
Applying MycoMaxx at planting helps establish stronger roots from the beginning.
How can I increase garden yield naturally?
Higher yields start with better root systems. When plants can access more nutrients and water, they grow stronger and produce more. Focusing only on what’s above ground limits your results.
MycoMaxx improves performance where it matters most—at the root level.
How do I fix cracked or misshapen fruits and vegetables?
Misshapen or cracked fruits are usually a sign of inconsistent water and nutrient uptake. When plants can’t absorb water and nutrients evenly, they get stressed, and you get uneven growth or poor fruit development. Mycorrhizal fungi, like MycoMaxx attached to plant roots act like an extension of the root system to help plants access water more consistently and improve nutrient uptake, as well as reduce stress during changing growing conditions. This will help produce more consistent and uniform-looking fruit and vegetables.
I have compacted soil and water won’t absorb; how can I fix it?
Compacted soil prevents water from soaking in and limits root growth, making it harder for plants to access oxygen, nutrients, and moisture. Adding organic matter like compost is the first step to improving soil structure. But restoring soil function also requires rebuilding the biology that supports healthy roots.
Mycorrhizal fungi attach to plant roots and extend outward through the soil, forming a network of fine filaments (hyphae) that help:
- Improve soil structure over time
- Increase water infiltration
- Support deeper, stronger root growth
Applying mycorrhizal fungi like MycoMaxx at planting helps establish this network early, allowing roots to push deeper into dense soil and access more water and nutrients while gradually improving drainage and overall soil health.
What happens if I don’t use mycorrhizal fungi?
Your plants can still grow the same as they always have. But you’ll also have the same results. Whatever growing challenges you battled will remain the same. You’ve got nothing to lose, so why not try MycoMaxx. Without mycorrhizal fungi:
- Roots stay smaller
- Nutrient uptake is less efficient
- Plants are more vulnerable to stress
Is there proof that mycorrhizal fungi improve plant growth?
Yes. Mycorrhizal fungi have been studied extensively and are known to improve root development, nutrient uptake, and plant resilience.
They are a natural part of healthy soil ecosystems and have been used in agriculture and horticulture for decades.
MycoMaxx delivers these benefits in a consistent, easy-to-apply form that was developed through a comprehensive analysis of thousands of strains of mycorrhizal fungi in labs from Spain to Minneapolis to determine the best balance for today’s modern soil.
What MycoMaxx Does
- Expands root systems up to 250x
- Improves nutrient and water uptake
- Helps plants establish faster
- Supports stronger, more consistent yields
- Works naturally with your soil
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