Nitrogen

Gardening Calendar: Spring Garden Tips
Gardens
Today is the first day of Spring! That means fun in the mud at my house! Spring means different things around the country; it’s time take advantage of the warmer weather and start prepping the garden and yard. Here’s a look at your March to-do list. Pick your region and get to work.
March 20, 2015 Read more
Nutrients in the Garden 11: Why Fertilize?
Gardens
This week we will continue to talk about soil, more specifically, nutrients in the soil. I often get asked, “Why do I need to fertilize?” My response is this, if you want a healthy, productive garden, you need it.
April 17, 2014 Read more
Science Activity: NPK Bracelets
Activity
This fun bracelet activity is a great way to introduce the three essential plant nutrients: nitrogen (N), phosphate (P) and potassium (K). As students put the various beads together on the bracelet, they will have a better understanding of what plants need to grow.
February 17, 2014 Read more
Soils and AP Science
Activity
Look at these scientists! Lead by AP science teacher, Nancy Bridge, these students measured the amount of NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium) present in five different soil types.
October 9, 2012 Read more
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