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NPK These letters on bags
of fertiliser represent the
three main plant nutrients:
nitrogen (N), which promotes
healthy leaves; phosphorus (P),
essential for good root growth;
and potassium (K), needed for
abundant flowers and fruits.
The numbers indicate the ratio
of these nutrients present.
POTASH Another term for
potassium (K) rich fertilisers,
such as tomato feed.
ERICACEOUS This means
‘acidic’ and describes the soil
conditions preferred by plants
such as camellias, blueberries
and rhododendrons. Use
Westland’s Sulphate of Iron or
another fertiliser designed for
ericaceous plants.
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BONE MEAL
Its high proportion of
phosphorus (NPK 4:20:0)
supports strong root growth,
which makes Bone Meal the
perfect choice when you want to
establish new plants and trees.
Using a fork, work into the
top layer of soil when you are
planting new trees, shrubs and
flowering plants, then water it
in. It is a slow-release fertiliser,
so will release its goodness
over the whole growing season.
Adding mycorrhizal fungi as
well, when you are planting, will
help the growing roots absorb
minerals and water from the soil.
FISH, BLOOD & BONE
Made from natural products,
Fish, Blood & Bone also
contains a high proportion of
phosphorus, which is responsible
for good root growth (NPK
4:7:4). It is particularly effective
during the first couple of years
of a plant or tree’s growth. Like
Bone Meal, Fish, Blood & Bone
should be worked into the top
layer of the soil, and watered
well after applying.
GROWMORE
This contains the three major
plant nutrients (nitrogen,
phosphorus and potassium) in
equal proportions (NPK 7:7:7),
making it a good all-round feed
for established plants. The even
nutrient balance encourages
even growth stimulation in all
parts of the plants, which means
plenty of fruit and flowers,
healthy foliage and stronger
roots. It should be applied every