Trace Elements

If your plant leaves are yellowing out, the first thing one would think is that the poor thing is lacking in nitrogen. Could be, but not always.

When leaves start to turn yellow between the veins, we normally equate this to a condition called chlorosis -- or a plant with chloratic conditions.

And when chloratic conditions are amongst us, on goes a high nitrogen based fertilizer. And that's great if that fixes the problem. Many times, though, chloratic conditions are met because trace elements are lacking in the plant.

Some trace elements are manganese, iron, zinc, copper and boron. So no matter how much nitrogen you put on - chloratic conditions or yellowing may still appear.

Trace elements don't need to be in high amounts in order to be effective for plant growth. Trace elements can be found in plant foods that list 'em right on their labels.