What is it?
Potassium is only second to Nitrogen in terms of the amounts needed for a growing grass plant.
How it’s used:
Used by the grass plant for general plant health, helps to improve tolerance to temperature extremes aswell as wear and disease resistance.
Timing:
Used all year round but in greater amounts out of the growing season.
Effects of incorrect procedure:
Unlike many other nutrients excess application of potassium is relatively harmless to the grass plant however we should always aspire to not apply more than is necessary.
Equipment selection:
Tractor operated or pedestrian fertiliser distributors or sprayers.
Practical tips:
Potassium leaches at a similar rate to nitrogen in sandy soils so nutrient levels should be monitored to avoid deficiency.
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