Powering better soil in your yard & garden
Natural soil probiotic that boosts seed emergence, root growth, and production.
What H-Start does
- Speeds up germination and early establishment.
- Increases available soil nutrients for healthier soil.
- Builds bigger root systems and stronger plants.
- Raises production of fruits and vegetables.
How to use H-Start
Flower pots and transplants
Mix 1 tablespoon of H-Start pellets per gallon of potting mix before transplanting. Work it through the soil evenly.
Garden beds
Apply 1 kg of pellets to 540 ft² of garden area. Rake or till into the top layer before planting. Water as usual.
Gardens and Commercial Horticulture
- 58 lb/ac for 36″ spacing
- 44 lb/ac for 48″ spacing
- 175 lbs / acre for 12” row spacing
- 88 lbs / acre for 24” row spacing
- 70 lbs / acre for 30” row spacing
Flowerpots
Mix 1 tablespoon of H-Start per gallon of potting soil prior to transplanting
Lawns and Turf
New Turf – Broadcast 1 kg H-Start per 540 sq ft and rake in prior to laying turf
Established Lawn – Broadcast a minimum of 1 kg of H-Start per 540 sq feet of lawn after aerating and dethatching
Trees and Shrubs
Apply H-Start to the root ball, the surrounding soil in planting hole and on the surface prior to spreading mulch
Rate Guide
- ½ kg for 10-gal Tree
- ¼ kg for 5-gal Tree or shrub
- 3KG for Caliper Trees
- 1KG for 20-gal Tree
- ¾ kg for 15-gal Tree
Greenhouses
- 1 tablespoon per 1-gallon potting mix
- ½ KG per 3.78 cubic foot bale of potting mix
- 18 KG per 135 cubic foot bale of potting mix
Bedding Plants
- ½ teaspoon per 2.5” square pot
- 1 teaspoon per 3.5” square or 4-4.5” round pot
- 2 teaspoon per 6” round pot
- 1 tablespoon per 6.5” round pot
What to expect in your garden
Stronger starts:
increased emergence and quicker establishment.
Deeper roots:
more resilient growth through dry spells.
Earlier blooms:
plants reach flowering sooner.
More to harvest:
higher production through the season.
H-Start can be used in:
Greenhouses
H- Start adds microbial life to sterile nursery planting material resulting in:
- Higher seed germination and emergence
- More robust seedlings
- Supports transplant survival and resiliency
Gardens and Beds
H-Start improves the health of the soil in your garden
- Increased access to soil nutrients
- Improved water use efficiency of plants
- Contributes to improving soil health
Planting Pots
H-Start helps flowers and vegetables thrive
- Access nutrients in potting soil
- Increase root development to access water
- Increase water use efficiency with diverse microbes
Trees and Shrubs
H-Start helps stressed plants rebound and flourish
- Stimulates new root growth
- Increases availability of key soil nutrients
- Support plants through stress
Where to buy
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Why home gardeners choose H-Start
Easy pellets:
simple to store, handle, and apply.
Safe around families:
nontoxic; safe for children and pets.
Organic-friendly:
Ecocert-approved input for organic gardens.
Local product:
made in Saskatchewan.
Quick tips
- Work H-Start into soil before planting or transplanting.
- Use with vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers, shrubs, and perennials in containers or beds.
- Water normally after application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It’s Ecocert-approved as an input for organic production.
Yes. H-Start is nontoxic and safe for use around children and pets.
Use 1 tbsp per gallon of potting mix and blend it evenly before transplanting.
Apply 1 kg per 540 ft² and rake or till into the soil before planting.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.