Beginners Guide To: NPK
The need to know when it comes to NPK
What does it stand for?
NPK stands for the initials of the essential chemical elements that make up plant fertilisers:
N – Nitrogen
P – Phosphorous
K – Potassium
They are vital for healthy plant growth, but not always readily available in the soil. Some soils are deficient in one or more element and need some extra help, and certain plants require exceptionally high levels of an element.
To make the most of your plants, there’s a range of NPK fertilisers available with different ratios of each element. This means you can tailor the fertiliser to the specific needs of your garden, saving time and money.
Before you buy any garden fertiliser, it’s worth checking what kind of plants you have and what needs feeding. Then just look for the right NPK plant fertiliser – the numbers will be clearly marked on the pack.Or ask a member of staff who will be happy to help.
