We also have to understand that nutrients interact. By adding lots of
one nutrient to the soil can change the effect of others. By adding lots
of iron (Fe) to the soil it will make it more difficult for the plant to
take up manganese (Mn) and vice versa. There is often enough iron in the
soil/fertilizer but itīs difficult for plants to use it, especially if
the soil has a high pH.
And sometimes a lush green foliage can also suggest nutrient deficiency
as in the case with phosphorus (P).
Using a balanced fertilizer with micronutrients is the best way to go in
most cases.
Henrik Gistvall, Uppsala, Sweden
Mac User wrote:
On Jan 13, 2005, at 9:17 PM, Steve wachs wrote:
i HEARD IT SAID THAT PUTTING AN OLD NAIL IN THE SOIL WITH PINES HAS
THE SAME EFFECT. ADDS NUTIRENTS THAT INTENSIFIES THE COLOR IN THE
LEAVES
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SteveW
Long Island NY
It would be iron, which is sometimes what a needle evergreen needs when
it turns yellowish. No other nutrients than that AFAIK.
Craig Cowing
NY
Zone 5b/6a Sunset 37
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