Every living item needs nutrition to survive, and plants are no exception. If a tree, shrub, or flower is placed in an area without access to water and organic micronutrients, it won’t live for long. Here is a little more information about fertilizer and how you can use it to improve your yard. 

The Benefits of Fertilizer

1. Create Strong Root Systems

While fertilizer contains dozens of nutrients, the three primary fertilizer ingredients are nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Nitrogen is considered the most important nutrient since it provides an essential ingredient for plants to form proteins.

Phosphorus gives plants the ability to store and use energy and it is essential for photosynthesis. Without phosphorus, plants lose their green, healthy color, and can die.

Potassium helps plants to resist disease and to prevent wilt. All three nutrients are essential for helping a plant to grow a healthy root system, improving the stability of the plant and its ability to soak up the necessary nutrients. 

2. Boost Soil Texture & Health

Since fertilizer is often tilled into the soil, it can improve the texture and the amount of airflow around the roots. Healthy, aerated, fertilized soil allows plants to grow roots through separated grains of sand and fertilizer, where they can soak up nutrients along the way. Fertilizer also helps soil to retain moisture, giving plants more time to hydrate. 

3. Improve Crop Output

When plants can grow strong and healthy, they improve their yields. Non-fruit bearing plants can develop more flowers or leaves, and crops can generate higher amounts of fruits or vegetables.

In fact, one study showed that corn yields would decrease around 40% without nitrogen-rich fertilizer. Whether you crave fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes or you love the look of a bursting flower bed, the right fertilizer mix can make your dreams a reality. 

If your lawn, flower beds, and garden have seen better days, turn to Landscaper's Corner in Lexington, KY. For more than 13 years, these specialists have been offering the best agricultural and landscaping products available, from landscaping rocks and mulch to fertilizer and gravel. Learn more about how they can help by visiting their website or giving their office a call at (859) 225-9433.