PUBLICATION W346C
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Managing Plant Nutrition
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Summary
Healthy vegetable gardens depend on the right nutrients, the right soil pH, and enough water for roots to take nutrients up. This guide describes the essential plant nutrients, how soil holds and supplies them, and why pH affects nutrient availability. It explains the differences between inorganic and organic fertilizers, how to read fertilizer labels, and how to use soil test recommendations to calculate how much to apply. It also outlines basic ways to add nutrients during the season, especially nitrogen side-dressing, while avoiding overuse.
Publications in Series: Backyard Vegetables
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Site Selection and Soil Testing
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Garden Planning, Plant Preparation and Planting
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Plant Management Practices
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Building and Using Raised Beds
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Season Extension Methods
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Stewardship in Soil Management
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Growing Tomatoes
Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden - Small-Scale Microgreen Production
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