Stronger Roots
Healthier Trees
Better Yields
American BioChar Company focuses on creating environments that enable trees to thrive. Urban tree plantings often suffer from compacted soil.
Orchards, as monocultures, are susceptible to pest and disease outbreaks. Our biochar blends increase tree health and pest and disease immunity by creating environments for beneficial microorganisms.
The yield of an orchard is directly tied to the health of the trees. The ability of urban tree plantings to thrive in less hospitable environments is a function of soil health.
Orchards, as monocultures, are susceptible to pest and disease outbreaks. Our biochar blends increase tree health and pest and disease immunity by creating environments for beneficial microorganisms.
The yield of an orchard is directly tied to the health of the trees. The ability of urban tree plantings to thrive in less hospitable environments is a function of soil health.
Nourishing Diverse Crops Through Healthier Soil
Supporting fruits, vegetables, grains, and fibers through biologically active, resilient, living soil systems.
American BioChar Company encourages you to think in terms of long-term soil and tree health, not just short-term results
For healthy trees, you need to combat pest and disease pressure, improve soil structure, and increase water retention. The application of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides does not address the basis of tree health. Soil health is the key to tree longevity.
When transplanting trees, proper site selection, planting at the correct depth, watering, and mulching are critical to success. Throughout their lives, trees need nutrient-rich, well-structured soil, consistent moisture, and protection from pests and disease.
When biochar blends are added to the tree root zone at planting, the beneficial microbial populations are fed and act as allies for tree health. Insects and disease do not attack healthy trees or plants.
Regularly checking for signs of tree stress, whether from drought, flood, or human-induced issues, goes a long way to preventing tree decline. Our liquid VITAL Blend 5M biochar blend is formulated to address root zone problems. The application protocol is to inject the liquid biochar blend into the soil at the tree drip line.
When transplanting trees, proper site selection, planting at the correct depth, watering, and mulching are critical to success. Throughout their lives, trees need nutrient-rich, well-structured soil, consistent moisture, and protection from pests and disease.
When biochar blends are added to the tree root zone at planting, the beneficial microbial populations are fed and act as allies for tree health. Insects and disease do not attack healthy trees or plants.
Regularly checking for signs of tree stress, whether from drought, flood, or human-induced issues, goes a long way to preventing tree decline. Our liquid VITAL Blend 5M biochar blend is formulated to address root zone problems. The application protocol is to inject the liquid biochar blend into the soil at the tree drip line.
Deep Watering Works: Why Rain Isn’t Enough
Irrigation and rain alone do not always supply enough water to the roots of trees. Proper placement of slow-release water supplies with VITAL Blend 5M creates healthy root masses and deep-rooted trees that can withstand climate stresses and high winds.
Trees need to have the water source placed away from the roots to encourage the tree roots to search for water. This gives the tree a stronger root structure and more access to water as it matures. The more space the root mass takes up, the more surface area to absorb water. Adding a small amount of VITAL Blend soil conditioner adds carbon and nutrients for long-term tree health. (100 gal water/8 oz of VITAL Blend 5M)
Mark Mann, our co-founder, explains water placement around a newly planted tree.
Trees need to have the water source placed away from the roots to encourage the tree roots to search for water. This gives the tree a stronger root structure and more access to water as it matures. The more space the root mass takes up, the more surface area to absorb water. Adding a small amount of VITAL Blend soil conditioner adds carbon and nutrients for long-term tree health. (100 gal water/8 oz of VITAL Blend 5M)
Mark Mann, our co-founder, explains water placement around a newly planted tree.
Tree health is an indication of the health of the entire ecosystem
Trees are part of a much broader ecosystem, including microbes, insects, birds, and other plants. When trees connect with mycorrhizal fungi, they can share nutrients and signals with other trees. Beneficial bacteria support this system by improving nutrient availability and soil structure. These relationships create an ecosystem where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
It can take several years for mature trees to fully recover from compacted soil or mineral deficiencies. But we often see improvements in leaf color, fruit set, and immune system response to pest and disease pressure after an initial biochar application.
Our biochar blends, VITAL Blend granular and VITAL Blend 5M, improve soil structure, increase water use efficiency, and provide habitat for beneficial microorganisms.
Arborists, orchardists, and homeowners alike all see benefits to tree health and longevity. BioChar is the soil conditioner you need to grow a healthy tree and plant ecosystem.
It can take several years for mature trees to fully recover from compacted soil or mineral deficiencies. But we often see improvements in leaf color, fruit set, and immune system response to pest and disease pressure after an initial biochar application.
Our biochar blends, VITAL Blend granular and VITAL Blend 5M, improve soil structure, increase water use efficiency, and provide habitat for beneficial microorganisms.
Arborists, orchardists, and homeowners alike all see benefits to tree health and longevity. BioChar is the soil conditioner you need to grow a healthy tree and plant ecosystem.
Trees thrive when planted correctly in healthy soil, given water and nutrients, protected from pests and diseases, and supported with biochar blend amendments that improve soil resilience. Aging trees show stress through thinning canopies, bark damage, or fungal growth, and early detection of pests or disease is critical to preserving them.
Tree Success
Our vision could not have been achieved without the faith customers had in our research, the soil test protocols, and extensive testing on diverse charging materials. One of our customers, Tom Myers, of Myers Plant Health Care, explains here how his Maple tree farm has benefited from our biochar blends.
