Plant health affects the types of bacteria and fungi in the soil around their roots. Researchers studied how healthy and diseased plants differ in their rhizosphere microbes. They found that the diversity of bacteria and fungi varied between bulk soil and rhizosphere soil, but not between healthy and diseased plants. Specific bacteria and fungi were identified as biomarkers for different soil types. The presence of a virus in plants increased connections among microbial species, making the soil community more stable. Water content influenced bacterial communities, while pH affected fungal communities. Overall, the study shows that the microbial communities in the soil around plants change based on plant health and soil properties, which can help us create better conditions for plant growth and resilience.