{"product_id":"plant-magic-oldtimer-granules","title":"Plant Magic - Oldtimer Granules","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Magic Oldtimer Granules — Mycorrhizal Root Inoculant with 20+ Beneficial Bacteria Strains\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers wanting to supercharge root development and nutrient uptake without chemical stimulants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a proper root inoculant that delivers consistent results. Plant Magic's multi-microbial approach — mycorrhizal fungi plus 20+ bacterial strains — gives you a living soil ecosystem without the faffing about. Apply once at potting and let the microbes do the work. One we recommend a lot for propagation and organic growers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Magic Oldtimer Granules is a \u003cstrong\u003egranular mycorrhizal inoculant\u003c\/strong\u003e packed with endomycorrhizal fungi (Glomus species), Trichoderma, Bacillus, Pseudomonas, and over 20 strains of beneficial bacteria. Sprinkle it into your potting hole at planting time and the microbes colonise the root zone, unlocking nutrients your plants can't normally access, thickening feeder roots, and building disease resistance. It works in both soil and coco, though soil is where it shines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Magic sits in the \u003cstrong\u003emid-market sweet spot\u003c\/strong\u003e of mycorrhizal inoculants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-strain formula (20+ bacteria + mycorrhizae + Trichoderma) vs. single-species competitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGranular format beats powders for potting operations — less mess, easier application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUK-manufactured with years of proven grower results behind it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower cost than ultra-concentrated premium brands like Dynomyco or Trifecta, without compromising real-world performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're not paying for a branded premium. You're getting a multi-microbial ecosystem that actually works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOldtimer Granules are applied dry, directly into your growing medium at potting time. The granules need to make direct contact with roots to colonise effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotting up seedlings and cuttings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20g per 10 litre pot\u003c\/strong\u003e (roughly 1 tablespoon). Sprinkle the granules into and around the potting hole so the roots make immediate contact as they begin to develop. This is where Oldtimer Granules shine — root colonisation happens fast, which means dramatically faster establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil-based growing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWork the granules evenly through your potting mix or apply at potting time as above. The microbes establish a living relationship with roots over 2-3 weeks. You'll see thicker root development and improved nutrient availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoco-based growing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorks effectively in coco peat as well as soil, though performance is best in soil-based systems where the microbial ecosystem is more stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant compatibility note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo not use peroxide products (hydrogen peroxide additives, some root treatments) — they'll kill or inhibit the beneficial microbes. Keep your root zone chlorine-free too; if you're on mains tap water, a dechlorinator helps the microbes thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: \u003cstrong\u003eGranular mycorrhizal inoculant\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable sizes: \u003cstrong\u003e500g and 1kg pouches\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrobial composition: \u003cstrong\u003eEndomycorrhiza Glomus, Trichoderma species, Bacillus, Pseudomonas, plus 20+ beneficial bacterial strains\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication rate: \u003cstrong\u003e20g per 10 litre pot (approximately 1 tablespoon)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication method: \u003cstrong\u003eSprinkle dry into potting hole or mix through growing medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium compatibility: \u003cstrong\u003eSoil and coco peat (soil preferred)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest results: \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic growing systems; avoid peroxide products\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropagators and seedling growers wanting faster root establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic growers building living soil ecosystems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting to reduce chemical inputs and work with microbial symbiosis instead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers running soil-based systems where microbial populations matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget-conscious growers wanting proven root inoculant without premium pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly well suited to anyone doing a lot of potting-up operations where consistency and ease of application matter — one application per pot, zero mixing, zero guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Magic Oldtimer Granules does what a proper root inoculant should do: it colonises the root zone, unlocks locked nutrients, and builds a living soil ecosystem. The multi-strain approach means you're not betting on one microbial species — you've got 20+ working together. And it's been delivering good, consistent results for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're propagating, potting up regularly, or building an organic system, this is one worth picking up while clearance stock lasts. Apply once, let the microbes work, and watch root development improve visibly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"PLANT MAGIC","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":47916339527850,"sku":"150107","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":47916339560618,"sku":"150109","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/oldtimer_granules_group_shot.jpg?v=1769191685","url":"https:\/\/growershouse.co.uk\/products\/plant-magic-oldtimer-granules","provider":"Growers House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}