When we talk about plant nutrition it is essential to know how those nutrients work for the plant dynamics.
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium are the three major elements needed to fuel basic plant growth. You can call them Macro Nutrients.
Those 3 elements are great at doing the job, but they will be even better working in a team with the Micro Elements. A dream-team.
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Nitrogen (N)
Leaf development. It is essential for the plant structure and vital metabolic processes, such as photosynthesis.
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Phosphorus (P)
Roots, flowers and fruits development. Phosphorus is a major component in plant DNA and RNA.
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Potassium (K)
Strength and power. To boost the plant immune system, preventing diseases and protecting from changes of temperature.
Plants will have problems if their nutritional needs are not being met. Leaves are often the first part of a plant to flag that the plant is lacking nutrients.