Grow carrots in soil rich in organic matter; feed carrot beds with aged compost. Avoid nitrogen-rich fertilizers; too much nitrogen can cause carrot roots to fork. Compost is rich in phosphorus and potassium which help keep roots from becoming hard and woody. Thin seedlings early and give root...
Select a starter fertilizer specifically formulated for new grass. Thesestarter fertilizerstypically have an N-P-K ratio of 6-20-10 or 10-18-10, with a higher proportion of phosphorus to promote strong root development in seedlings. Apply the starter fertilizer evenly across your prepared soil b...
Leeks can bolt if there is too little soil moisture or too much phosphorus in the soil. A prolonged temperature below 45°F can cause leeks to bolt. Leeks pests Onion thrips are tiny yellow-brown insects that suck juices from plants. They may attack leeks in dry weather. Hose thrips off...
In order to thrive and grow, your weed needs… Light (brightness has a huge effect on yields) Air (fresh air with a slight breeze is best) Grow Medium (place to grow, soil isn’t your only choice) Temperature (room temperature or a little warmer is perfect during the day, cannot stan...
Fertilize with phosphorus to encourage flowering and fruiting.Source: Southern Gardener Generally, you will fertilize tomatoes once when you plant, and then wait for a while as the plants settle in. Add fertilizer to the planting hole, working it lightly through the soil. If it’s an organic ...
In terms of fertilizer, peas need phosphorus and potassium, but excess nitrogen will encourage foliage growth instead of flowers or pods. Learn more aboutsoil amendments. Bush peas can reach 18 to 30 inches tall. Pole types can grow at least 4 to 6 feet tall. Both types benefit from suppor...
The movement of phosphorus in soil is quite different. It is very insoluble and is easily converted toinsoluble forms when it combines with other ions. When phosphorus fertilizer is placed in the surface of the soil, it mostly stays there and only migrates into the soil a fraction of an in...
Pregnant womenshould avoid consuming stinging nettle because it may trigger uterine contractions, which can raise the risk of a miscarriage. Speak to your doctor before consuming stinging nettle if you’re taking any of the following medications: ...
Paddy soilNitrogen and phosphorus nutrient availabilityMicrobial community structure nutrientIn order to reveal the mechanism of silicon (Si) fertilizer in improving nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) nutrient availability in paddy soil, we designed a series of soil culture experiments by combining ...
In recent years, farmers in Beja, an agricultural governorate in northwestern Tunisia, have expressed their willingness to use urban sewage sludge as agricultural fertilizer, especially with the unavailability of chemical fertilizers and the soil type of the region that is poor in organic matter. Howe...