--- product_id: 7495057 title: "Botanicare Hydroguard Bacillus Root Inoculant, Quart" brand: "botanicare" price: "B/.117" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Botanicare" url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/7495057-botanicare-hydroguard-bacillus-root-inoculant-quart store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # Amplifies root mass & vigor Use every watering cycle Bacillus amyloliquefaciens boost Botanicare Hydroguard Bacillus Root Inoculant, Quart **Brand:** botanicare **Price:** B/.117 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Unlock your roots’ full potential with Hydroguard—because thriving plants don’t wait. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Botanicare Hydroguard Bacillus Root Inoculant, Quart by botanicare - **How much does it cost?** B/.117 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/7495057-botanicare-hydroguard-bacillus-root-inoculant-quart) ## Best For - botanicare enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted botanicare brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted by Pros:** Top-rated with 4.6 stars and proven to prevent root rot in diverse growing setups. - • **Long-Lasting Formula:** Stable for 2 years unopened and effective for 6 months after opening—plant care that keeps pace with you. - • **Next-Level Root Power:** Harnesses a scientifically isolated Bacillus strain for superior root growth and resilience. - • **Effortless Integration:** Simply add during every watering—perfect for hydroponics and soil alike. - • **Organic Matter Transformer:** Breaks down organic debris into instantly absorbable nutrients, maximizing plant vitality. ## Overview Botanicare Hydroguard is a premium liquid root inoculant featuring Bacillus amyloliquefaciens, designed to enhance root mass and vigor by converting organic matter into plant-available nutrients. Ideal for hydroponic and soil gardening, it integrates seamlessly into every watering cycle, helping prevent root rot and boost overall plant health. With a shelf life of 2 years unopened and 6 months after opening, Hydroguard is a reliable, scientifically advanced solution for professional and enthusiast growers alike. ## Description Hydroguard is back with a new, clean look and a more powerful, concentrated formula. Hydroguard's reformulation makes it even more effective than before. Its unique formula, available exclusively from Botanicare, contains an isolated form of Bacillus bacteria known as Bacillus amyloliquefaciens. This scientifically isolated bacterium was selected for its superior ability to amplify root mass and vigor, especially in hydroponic gardening, when compared with the more common and well known Bacillus subtilis species. These highly specialized rhizobacteria assist in the breakdown of organic materials, and may increase nutrient availability. Review: A must for using tap water with enriched soils - if you love your plants, do the right thing. - Takes the nasty out of tap water. Doesn't mess with pH and plays well with enzymes and nutrients. I have used it for five years, indoors and outdoors, seedlings through harvest, in soil and medium, dwc hydro and waterfall hydro. Since I started using Hydroguard, I have never lost a single plant to root rot. Even in large reservoir circulating hydro setups, a quart goes a long way. Suggested dosage is 2mL to a gallon, so I can run a 27-gallon recirculator for about a year at gal/wk between resets. Just put it on your list if you're an indoor grower, you need it. Review: Best thing for plants - Amazing product: makes hydroponics much easier. All you need to do is not nutrient burn your plants after adding this stuff. Keep in a cool dry place and will last for years. Also works as a hot composting innoculant with OUTSTANDING results. Literally overnight started cooking the bad guys out of a rotting layer that an arborist had sandwiched between the wood chips they dropped off. ## Features - Botanicare Hydroguard assists in the decomposition of organic matter in hydroponic gardening - Contains bacillus, a natural bacterial root inoculant - Helps convert organic matter into nutrients that may be absorbed directly by the roots of a plant - Amplifies root mass and vigor - Use every time you water during the growth cycle - This product is good for 2 years AFTER the date on the bottle and it should be used within 6 months of opening. The date printed on units are in Julien format manufacture date. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00IGFH25M | | Best Sellers Rank | #19,723 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #678 in Garden Fertilizers | | Brand Name | Botanicare | | Coverage | Medium | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,737) | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00757900730857 | | Included Components | only product | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Type Name | Bacillus Root Inoculant | | Item Weight | 2 Pounds | | Liquid Volume | 1 Quarts | | Manufacturer | Hawthorne Hydroponics, LLC | | Mixing Ratio | 2 ml/gallon | | Model Number | HGC704078 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | HGC704078 | | Specific Uses For Product | Gardening,Organic | | Target Species | Plants | | UPC | 309277145620 757900730857 | | Unit Count | 32.46 Fluid Ounces | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Botanicare - **Item Form:** Liquid - **Item Weight:** 2 Pounds - **Liquid Volume:** 1 Quarts - **Specific Uses For Product:** Gardening,Organic ## Images ![Botanicare Hydroguard Bacillus Root Inoculant, Quart - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81f6ZAwbMFL.jpg) ![Botanicare Hydroguard Bacillus Root Inoculant, Quart - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61zk7EHiQFL.jpg) ![Botanicare Hydroguard Bacillus Root Inoculant, Quart - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61MNS724u-L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this help take care of root rot in dwc systems using other nutrient, like advanced nutrients or general hydroponics? or is it best not to mix?** A: Yes I have also mixed them, it will take care of it. But yes there are other products as well that will help!! Everyone has different experience with things, depending on what your using. But yes this can and has helped. H2hydro **Q: Hello, i use hygrozyme (newer dwc grower) for my root rot, does this work in conjunction or is it overkill?** A: Very similar. This is a wonderful product though. It will help add very beneficial micro organisms in your setup, while helping keep your roots in pearly white, healthy shape. It helps in breaking down other organic material in the soil applications (like old roots for example), to allow your plant to use the broken down material. It also helps as a preventative measure for root rot. Although it does combat root rot very well. It is nowhere close to overkill. You add 2mL to a gallon of water, and it helps keep your roots healthier. If you use something like peroxide though, it will kill off the beneficial micro organisms. This is more for emergency cases of root rot, preventative measures for root health, and to help restore the natural, micro organic environment. There is a life span after you open the seal too. I think it's like, you must use it by 1 yr after opening the seal. After you see the difference, I'm sure it will become a part of every watering though. It is a great preventative measure to help ensure root health. In turn, this helps the rest of the plant do better since the root system is stronger. Great product, give it a try. Mixing the two is unnecessary, the Hydroguard will do the job of both. Giving beneficial bacteria to your mix, while breaking down dead organic matter. Just switch to this one. Its a waste to bit them both to use. HG gives the bacteria, and in turn they help break down the organic matter. For enzymes to help, read up on more customized solutions like a tea or something. Btw, HG is the redone, Aquashield. Which was the king of root rot preventative maintenance. This formula works just as good alone, as AS had. And there's plenty of info online about AS. I wouldn't use them together though. It's not overkill, it's more of a waste of money on similar products. That's all. **Q: What is the dilution rate?** A: Direction for use:Use alone or with conventional fertilizers and/or nutrients. Jar test for compatibility prior to application. Shake well before using.Application Rates:Hydroponic Applications: 2 ml / gallonTransplant Applications: Mix 2 ml with 1 gallon of water and dip roots into the mixture at transplanting.Soil Applications: Before planting: Mix 2 ml with adequate water and apply to 30 lbs. of potting soil before planting. **Q: Can it be use in soil potted plants?** A: Absolutely for organic soil less medias, but it is more for people stripping there water, like I use a 300 gpd reverse osmosis system with a ultraviolet light attachment, so the end product is bacteria free. From there I build my water for my plants and it can be difficult to get a stable PH because the buffers are stripped out. I give my plants pure water with only hydrogaurd 2 mil per gallon, I make nutrient buckets with live bacteria and molasses, the PH is adjusted slowly over 3 days then ready to feed twice a week, because my media is amended with blood, bone, kelp meals aazomite for micro-nutes and many others, but the decaying of these amendments causes ph drops, I add in the beginning 7 to 10 grams of pelletized lawn and garden lime, it has lots of organic buffers for your 7 gal pott Anyway been doing this for 16 years and the flavors are off the charts always great product, and so easy to be lazy when only feeding twice a week ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must for using tap water with enriched soils - if you love your plants, do the right thing. *by J***Z on January 20, 2026* Takes the nasty out of tap water. Doesn't mess with pH and plays well with enzymes and nutrients. I have used it for five years, indoors and outdoors, seedlings through harvest, in soil and medium, dwc hydro and waterfall hydro. Since I started using Hydroguard, I have never lost a single plant to root rot. Even in large reservoir circulating hydro setups, a quart goes a long way. Suggested dosage is 2mL to a gallon, so I can run a 27-gallon recirculator for about a year at gal/wk between resets. Just put it on your list if you're an indoor grower, you need it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best thing for plants *by O***E on May 26, 2025* Amazing product: makes hydroponics much easier. All you need to do is not nutrient burn your plants after adding this stuff. Keep in a cool dry place and will last for years. Also works as a hot composting innoculant with OUTSTANDING results. Literally overnight started cooking the bad guys out of a rotting layer that an arborist had sandwiched between the wood chips they dropped off. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Improves plant growth with coco coir. *by J***N on February 18, 2026* Have been using Hydroguard for 8 years growing plants in coco coir. It definitely improves growth at an affordable rate. ## Frequently Bought Together - Botanicare Hydroguard Bacillus Root Inoculant, Quart - General Hydroponics CALiMAGic 1-0-0, Concentrated Blend of Calcium & Magnesium, Secondary Nutrient Deficiencies Helps Prevent Blossom End Rot & Tip Burn, Clean, Soluble, 1-Quart - General Hydroponics GH Flora Series 32oz Quarts Trio FloraMicro FloraGrow FloraBloom --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/7495057-botanicare-hydroguard-bacillus-root-inoculant-quart](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/7495057-botanicare-hydroguard-bacillus-root-inoculant-quart) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-04-30*