What is it?
One of the major plant nutrients necessary for healthy plant growth.
How it’s used:
Used in the grass plant for chlorophyll production for green colour and plant and leaf growth.
Timing:
Used all year round but in greater amounts in the growing season.
Effects of incorrect procedure:
Over use of nitrogen will create soft leave growth which is not wear tolerant and open to disease.
Equipment selection:
Tractor and pedestrian fertiliser spreaders.
Practical tips:
- Apply a little nitrogen with every fertiliser application.
- Nitrogen help other nutrient work in the soil.
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