The Essential Elements for Good Growth

Below is a list of the essential elements to provide your plants with

Big Bloom Macronutrients

Plants get some of the most essential nutrients from air, water and the sunshine (or alternative lighting!) and there are some that must be provided or else they will crave for them....

They are known as "growing elements" or "macronutrients" and are required in large quantities. The elements are nitrogen (N), phosphorous (P) and potassium (K)

Nitrogen

One of the most important elements and a large amount really helps with the start-up of a new growth. It simulates good healthy cell growth and plenty of chlorophyll which is the green substance that helps with photosynthesis.

Phosphorous

This is another of the elements that is a big-must for photosynthesis so that the plants can get their energy from the source of light. It also helps with the production of cells in the early growth and the flowering stages. It does have slightly less presence as the plant matures and that needs to be considered when mixing the elements accordingly.

Potassium

Very beneficial to the reproduction and overall health of your plants. Because of this it contributes to larger blooms.

N, P, K are the big three elements and also of importance, albeit in smaller amounts, are calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg) and sulphur (S).

Paying attention to the provision of these will contribute to strong and healthy growth of cells.

Micronutrients

The following elements are also important and necessary for the development of your plants. They are only required in relatively small quantities which makes the accuracy of your measurements have more importance.

Boron

This helps with the growth of healthy seeds and roots.

Copper

This works nicely with the nitrogen and helps to give your fruits a delicious flavour.

Iron

This works with oxygen during the photosynthesis stages to help with the production of chlorophyll and energy.

Manganese

This also assists with the energy production, working alongside calcium and phosphorous.

Molybdenum

This helps the plants to consume the phosphorous.

Zinc

A crucial element for a good maturation timescale for plants and the production of chlorophyll.

The above is a basic and straightforward overview. Check out our feed charts for various nutrients to get a more specific guide on quantities, ratios and timescales.

Happy growing!