Do Roots Breathe? Yes - and Here’s Why It Matters

Roots are not just anchors. They are living tissues that breathe in oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide. Without air, they suffocate.

Here is how to help your roots breathe better.

 

1. Choose the right mix

Dense soil holds too much water and blocks airflow. Add coarse perlite or switch to LECA or Lechuza Pon for a more breathable medium.

2. Watch the watering

When soil stays wet for too long, oxygen levels drop. Let the top inch dry before watering. If you are unsure, it is safer to wait.

3. Use Root Zone

Root Zone supports beneficial microbes that naturally improve oxygen flow and root uptake. It is especially helpful after transplanting or stress.

4. Avoid compacting

Do not press your soil down too hard after watering. Let it stay loose so air can circulate freely.

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From Root Zone to LECA and Lechuza Pon, these tools help your roots breathe and thrive without drama.

If someone in your plant group still thinks roots just sit there drinking, send them this and blow their mind.

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