NPK: what it is, what it is for and where to find it NPK is the acronym for the main nutrients that plants need. In gardening and agriculture, they are called macronutrients that, together with other elements, are necessary in large quantities for plant development. In addition to macronutrients, plants also need other elements in small quantities, which are called micronutrients. NPK stands for Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium, and they are essential for plant growth, sprouting, flowering, fruiting, rooting and for increasing plant resistance. Nitrogen participates directly in plant growth and development, and is part of chlorophyll (which performs photosynthesis). Indicated for growth and sprouting of leaves and stems. In the absence of N, the plant tends to sprout less and have yellow leaves. Phosphorus (P): is a structural component of membranes, and acts in the development of roots, flowers, fruits and seeds. In its absence, plants have difficulty rooting, flowering and fruiting. Potassium (K): a mobile element in plants, it participates in photosynthesis, controls the opening and closing of stomata, and also favors the formation of flowers and fruits. Potassium increases plant resistance, especially to cold and drought. It regulates the entry and exit of water in the plant. Without potassium, plants lose more water during the dry season and produce fewer flowers and fruits. NPK can be found in organic and inorganic fertilizers. In organic fertilizers, they are usually present in a lower percentage, are accompanied by other nutrients, and are not always ready to be absorbed by plants. In inorganic fertilizers, they can be of mineral or synthetic origin. They are generally found in precise and high proportions, are ready to be absorbed, and can come with just one element or accompanied by others. With this knowledge, we can better understand the formulas and numbers that we find in fertilizers. For example, NPK 10-10-10 is an inorganic fertilizer that has 10% N, 10% P and 10% K, i.e. it is a balanced fertilizer that will favor the overall growth of plants, as well as flowering and plant resistance. NPK 4-14-8 has high P and K, which will favor rooting, flowering, fruiting and also provide resistance to cold and drought. There are several formulas and some are specific for groups of plants, such as ferns and foliage that have the highest N. Flowering and fruiting plants have the highest P and K percentages. Comparing organic fertilizers, cured cattle manure has an average NPK of 1.7-0.9-1.4. Poultry manure has 3-3-2. The ideal is to fertilize according to the plant and the stage it is in. Always follow the manufacturers' instructions and never over-fertilize, as this can cause irreversible damage to the plants. How to fertilize plants • How to fertilize plants How to fertilize plants in pots • How to fertilize PLANTS in POTS - Best... Take advantage of the beginning of SPRING to FERTILIZE your PLANTS • TAKE ADVANTAGE of the beginning of SPRING to... 3 WAYS to use BANANA PEEL as FERTILIZER for your PLANTS • 3 WAYS to use BANANA PEEL ... Benefits of EGGSHELL for plants • Benefits of EGGSHELL for p... Thank you for watching, like if you liked the video and subscribe to the channel if you are not already subscribed. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/chilly... License code: JE2ZH7OFRJWZ4JSE #NPK #gardening #fertilization •• ... Media Kit: [email protected] ???? Like and subscribe to the channel, episodes on Wednesday and Sunday: https://goo.gl/ojQ8uW ❤️ ▶ [ Website: ] http://bit.ly/2QGVvfp ▶ [ Instagram: ] http://bit.ly/2tNbaAM ▶ [ Twitter: ] http://bit.ly/37UONYN ▶ [ Facebook: ] http://bit.ly/39WAHIm ▶ [ Pinterest ] http://bit.ly/36IQ9pn ▶ [ Telegram ] https://t.me/vidanojardim •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••