{"product_id":"espoma-bio-tone-starter-plus-4-3-3-organic-plant-food-with-mycorrhizae","title":"Espoma Bio-Tone Starter Plus 4-3-3 — Organic Plant Food with Mycorrhizae","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGive Your Plants a Strong Start with Bio-Tone Starter Plus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEspoma's Bio-Tone Starter Plus 4-3-3 is a natural and organic starter fertilizer designed for transplanting and initial establishment. The formula blends trusted organic ingredients with both endo and ecto mycorrhizae to help plant roots explore soil more efficiently and uptake nutrients more effectively. The bag exudes an earthy, inviting scent and a crumbly texture that blends easily with soil, inviting you to dig in and compare results over the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is ready to use right from the bag, and it supports a wide range of plant types—from vegetables and herbs to ornamentals and shrubs—making it a versatile addition to home gardens, containers, and landscape beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Bio-Tone Starter Plus different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural and organic ingredients aligned with home garden goals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEndo and ecto mycorrhizae work together to support robust root networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFertilizer analysis 4-3-3 with 5% calcium for balanced nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnvironmentally safe: free from sludges and toxic ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use Bio-Tone Starter Plus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant or transplant and gently incorporate the powder into the backfill soil around the roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackfill the hole so the fertilizer sits in the root zone where new roots will form\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater as you typically would; the organic formula supports ongoing root development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrganic gardening approved\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBio-Tone Starter Plus is approved for organic gardening and is a registered Organic Input Material, meeting requirements for organic production. This makes it a popular choice for beds, containers, and mixed borders where organic standards matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality you can trust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA by Espoma, a pioneer in natural organics since 1929. The product comes in a convenient 4 lb bag that is easy to handle and store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I use Bio-Tone Starter Plus when planting or transplanting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Mix thoroughly with the soil used to backfill the hole so the product sits in the root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Bio-Tone Starter Plus approved for organic gardening?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, it is approved for organic gardening and meets organic production requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Espoma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45739697602746,"sku":"B00NOG62EA","price":58.71,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/espoma-bio-tone-starter-plus-4-3-3-bag.jpg?v=1774747115","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/espoma-bio-tone-starter-plus-4-3-3-organic-plant-food-with-mycorrhizae","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}