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# Burgeoning Plant Food Branding
Root Fertilizer Packaging is Naturally Endearing

By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-08-13 | Eco
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/root-fertilizer-packaging
References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2011/8/12/root-fertilizer.html) & [sandteam.gr](http://www.sandteam.gr/)

Given the organic intentions of top dressing products, one would expect to see more marketing themselves as Root Fertilizer packaging does. The overloaded, over-inked and exceedingly synthetic labeling of mainstream gardening blends leaves items like this one looking increasingly genuine.

What this S and Team seems to say is that this one is a compost concoction derived from [sustainable sources](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/north-coast-organic) into a simple and successful mixture. It's the modest yet engaging graphic treatment that enhances the authentic image of Root.

The white paper bag suggests [eco-friendly wrapping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-packaging-concept) and with most of the surface left unprinted, one might feel better about recycling or even composting Root Fertilizer packaging. The entire bundle is finally branded with a cute [earthy logo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tofu-packaging) of colorful abstract seedlings.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.0/10
- Popularity: 67% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Sustainable Packaging Design:** There is an opportunity for companies to adopt modest yet engaging graphic treatments and eco-friendly packaging materials to enhance the authenticity of their organic product offerings.
- **Natural and Organic Gardening Products:** The market for natural and organic gardening products is growing, presenting opportunities for companies to develop products that align with consumers' desire for sustainable, earth-friendly options.
- **Authentic Branding:** The trend towards brands embracing authenticity presents a chance for gardening companies to differentiate themselves by highlighting their sustainability and organic sourcing practices through their branding.

### Where This Applies

- **Gardening and Landscaping:** Companies in the gardening and landscaping industry can capitalize on consumers' growing interest in natural and organic products by offering sustainable options and highlighting their authentic branding.
- **Packaging Design:** In the packaging industry, there is an opportunity to provide eco-friendly materials and design solutions that align with the trend towards sustainable, natural products.
- **Sustainability Consulting:** The growing demand for sustainable products presents an opportunity for sustainability consulting firms to work with gardening and landscaping companies to develop sustainable sourcing and branding strategies.

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