Phosphorus is associated with fruit production in the minds of gardeners because it is the most important element for germination and growth.
Nutrition
Nitrogen in Plants
Because plants contain so much nitrogen, it is little wonder that they require ample amounts. Without it, plants simply cannot grow.
Molybdenum in Plants
Plants use molybdenum for one purpose, but that purpose is of tremendous importance—producing enzymes to enable the plant to use nitrogen.
Manganese in Plants
Manganese is an important micronutrient. It helps to activate some of the key enzyme systems in plants. But it has many other roles, too.
Magnesium in Plants
Magnesium serves two roles affecting plants. One is improving plant health via the soil, and the other is improving plant health directly.
Iron in Plants
Did you know that plants need iron? No iron, no chlorophyll, and therefore no photosynthesis.
Cobalt in Plants
In recent years, it has come to light that cobalt is indeed an essential micronutrient for at least some plant species, particularly legumes.
Chlorine in Plants
You may be surprised to know that chlorine is an important nutrient in plants. It plays a key role in splitting water to produce oxygen.
Calcium in Plants
Plants depend on calcium to properly grow, photosynthesize, absorb nutrients, and resist stress.
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