Empathy by PlantWorks Ltd, the UK’s leading ecology-led gardening brand, is presenting a significant expansion of its product range for 2026, reinforcing its position as a science-first innovator in sustainable plant care. The newly launched products extend Empathy’s proven soil biology expertise into new plant categories, indoor growing, and long-term after-plant care.
Building on more than a decade of research into beneficial soil microorganisms, the 2026 launches are designed to support gardeners from the moment of planting through to ongoing maintenance. At the heart of the range remains rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi, a technology recommended “for every time you plant,” now complemented by a broader ecosystem of biofertilisers, liquid feeds, and specialist solutions that work with natural soil biology rather than relying on high chemical inputs.
New After Plant™ biofertilisers and liquid feeds
A major focus for 2026 is the continued development of the After Plant range. New 1 kg granular biofertilisers for Hydrangeas and Tomatoes & Vegetables combine mycorrhizal fungi, beneficial bacteria, and balanced nutrients to enhance root strength, nutrient use efficiency, flowering, and cropping performance. Alongside these, new 1 L liquid feeds for Acer and Olive Trees extend Empathy’s targeted nutrition into high-value plant categories increasingly popular with UK gardeners.
Formulated with seaweed extracts and plant-derived amino acids, these liquid biostimulants are designed as natural follow-on feeds after establishment, supporting resilience, colour, and sustained growth across the season.
The Green Room: a new indoor plant care range
Responding to growing interest in houseplants and indoor gardening, Empathy is launching The Green Room, a dedicated indoor plant care range. This includes new House Plant and Citrus granular biofertilisers, as well as expanded Pump & Feed liquid options for houseplants, orchids, citrus, cacti, and succulents. Designed for ease of use, the range brings Empathy’s soil-first, biology-led philosophy into the home, supporting healthy roots and consistent growth in pots and containers.
Supporting gardeners and garden centres
Commenting on the 2026 launches, Robert Patten, Managing Director of PlantWorks Ltd, said: “Every product we introduce is rooted in the same principle: lead with science and work with biology, not against it. The 2026 range allows gardeners to apply beneficial microbes and balanced nutrition at every stage of plant care, while helping garden centres offer credible, ecology-led solutions that genuinely perform.”
