The Foundation of Regenerative Growing & Stronger Plants

Healthy soil is not just dirt — it’s alive: a complex, living ecosystem.

At Herbi, we design biologically active living soil systems that restore microbial diversity, support vigorous root growth, drive natural nutrient cycling, and build stronger, more resilient plants — without synthetic inputs or pesticides.

Whether you’re a:

• 🌿 Home gardener
• 🥕 Organic vegetable grower
• 🌳 Commercial horticulturalist
• 🌼 Orchard manager
• 🌱 Regenerative farmer
• 🌿 Legal medicinal cannabis cultivator

Herbi Living Soil systems and products are designed for resilient, nutrient-dense, high-performance plants. Developed in Aotearoa, New Zealand for diverse growing conditions, our living soil philosophy focuses on improving soil biology and long-term plant health naturally.

From home gardeners to commercial growers, our mission has always been to help growers rebuild soil health and structure, support thriving microbial life, and cultivate stronger, more resilient plants. This commitment to soil biology forms the foundation of Herbi’s award-winning Living Soil range. – read more

What Is Living Soil?

Living soil is soil that contains a thriving, living community of:

• Beneficial bacteria
• Mycorrhizal fungi
• Protozoa
• Nematodes
• Organic carbon sources
• Mineral diversity

Unlike conventional fertilisers that feed plants directly, Herbi’s living soil and living soil amendments feed the soil food web — which then feeds, protects and grows stronger, healthier plants, naturally.

This creates:

• Stronger root systems
• Improved nutrient availability
• Better water retention
• Increased resilience to stress
• Balanced growth without harsh chemical inputs

Why Soil Microbes Matter in New Zealand

New Zealand soils have incredible mineral heritage, but many modern growing systems and soils suffer from:

• Compaction
• Low fungal diversity
• Carbon depletion
• High salt fertiliser history
• Nutrient leaching from rainfall

Rebuilding soil biology restores:

• Fungi-to-bacteria balance
• Carbon cycling
• Natural nutrient chelation
• Root symbiosis
• Soil structure

At Herbi, microbial diversity is not an afterthought — it’s the foundation.

Mycorrhizal Fungi & the Rhizosphere

Mycorrhizal fungi form a symbiotic relationship with plant roots.

They:

• Extend the root system through microscopic hyphae
• Increase phosphorus and micronutrient uptake
• Improve drought tolerance
• Support plant immune resilience

The rhizosphere — the narrow zone around plant roots — is where biological life drives nutrient exchange.

Herbi formulations are designed to activate and sustain this zone.

The Herbi Living Soil Approach

We combine:

• Compost diversity
• Worm castings
• Mineral amendments
• Rock dust
• Humic & fulvic compounds
• Biological activators
• Natural plant extracts

Every product is designed to:

✔ Feed soil life
✔ Support long-term fertility
✔ Improve structure
✔ Be reusable and re-amendable
✔ Reduce synthetic dependency

Explore Our Living Soil Range

🌱 Living Soil Starter 4-4-4

Balanced biological foundation amendment.

🌸 Living Soil Bloom Booster 2-8-4

Phosphorus and potassium focused bloom support.

🍄 MYCOS+ Root Booster

Microbial and mycorrhizal support system.

🧪 Microbiometer PRO – Soil Health Test Kit

Measure your fungi-to-bacteria ratio, microbial mass, and track soil improvement scientifically.

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Living Soil vs Synthetic Fertiliser

Living soil is an investment in soil health — not just feeding plants nutrients.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is living soil?

Living soil is biologically active soil containing diverse microbes that naturally cycle nutrients and support plant health.

Why are soil microbes important?

Microbes break down organic matter, release nutrients, build soil structure, and support plant immune resilience.

Is living soil suitable for cannabis cultivation?

Yes — many legal medicinal cannabis growers use living soil systems for cleaner inputs and balanced growth.

How do I increase fungi in my soil?

Add compost diversity, reduce synthetic salts, incorporate mineral amendments, and use mycorrhizal inoculants.

Can I reuse living soil?

Yes. Living soil can be re-amended and reused, improving over time when properly managed.

Designed for New Zealand Conditions

From Waikato market gardens to Taranaki orchards, Herbi Living Soil systems are crafted for NZ climates and soil types.

We believe resilient soil builds resilient growers.

Build Living Soil. Grow Better.

If you’re ready to move beyond synthetic feeding and build biologically active soil that improves over time, giving you stronger plants without more work:👉 Explore the Herbi Living Soil Range and our award-winning Herbi SOIL – Living Soil Growing mix – voted Germany’s Best Garden Product of the Year: 2024-2025