Azofoska fertilizer: application, composition

To obtain a stable crop, fertilizing the soil is indispensable. Moreover, in the presence of a small land allotment, the land has to be exploited annually. Unless crop rotation is used to rest the site from specific crops.

To saturate the earth with nutrients, organic matter is most often used, but it does not fully restore the soil. Therefore, mineral fertilizers should not be rejected. Azofoska is a fertilizer that should be in the gardener’s arsenal to enrich the soil with a whole range of nutrients.

Why Azofoska

There are many reasons for the love of gardeners and gardeners for this mineral dressing Azofoska or nitroammophoska:

1. Firstly, it attracts the presence of balanced microelements necessary for the plant for successful development at different stages of vegetation.
2. Secondly, in comparison with other mineral supplements, the price is the most acceptable.
3. Thirdly, the consumption rates are negligible. As they say, two “hares” are “killed” at once: the earth is fed and ready to bear fruit, and the family budget will not suffer.

Composition

Azofoska is a complex mineral fertilizer, which contains microelements important for plant development: nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium. In the classic version, which is Nitroammofoska, all elements are in equal proportions, 16% each. Depending on the brand, the percentage will be slightly different.

1. Even judging by the name, Nitrogen is one of the important elements contained in Azofoska.
2. The second substance included in the composition is phosphorus. It can contain from 4 to 20 percent. This amount of trace element is sufficient to ensure the vital activity of plants during the growing season and obtain a rich harvest with timely application.
3. The least in different brands of Azofoska contains potassium: 5-18%. The last trace element is sulfur. Its content is negligible, but it is quite enough for plants.

Many gardeners who use this mineral fertilizer for the first time are interested in what is the difference between nitroammophoska and Azofoska. In fact, this is the same mineral substance, with similar properties, so it is impossible to say which is better. Both fertilizers are good in their own way. The difference is that the classic Nitroammophoska does not contain sulfur.

Characteristics

Azofoska, which is a complex mineral fertilizer, has the following characteristics:

• packing in the form of non-gyroscopic granules 1-5 mm in size, white or light pink;

  

• due to friability, even with long storage, the granules do not stick together;
• dissolves well in water and is easily absorbed by plants;
• the fertilizer is safe: non-flammable, non-absorbent, non-toxic.
• for storage use vacuum packaging or containers that close tightly.

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Advantages

Before talking about the merits of a neutral and universal fertilizer, it should be noted that it can be used on any soil, including depleted ones:

• yield increase is guaranteed even in sandy and clay areas;
• you can fertilize the soil in open ground and greenhouses;
• the introduction of Azofoska is possible from autumn or immediately before planting.

An excess of nutrients adversely affects the yield and preservation of vegetables and fruits.

Advantages of Azofoska:

• due to excellent solubility, it is absorbed by 100%, activates plant growth by strengthening the root system;
• enhances immunity, makes garden and horticultural crops less susceptible to diseases and pests, temperature extremes;
• plants bloom better and more abundantly, fruit set increases, which, in turn, has a positive effect on productivity;
• the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables increases due to the increase in fats in them;
• Fertilizer “works” for a long time, even in rainy weather;
• the use of Azofoska allows you to refuse additional dressings.

Varieties

It is rather difficult to name unambiguously which Azofoska is better. The choice of nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium fertilizer will depend on the crops grown and soil characteristics. That is why there are varieties of top dressing that differ in the ratio of trace elements. Today, fertilizer grades are produced, in which there will be a different content of the main elements: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium – NPK:

1. Azofoska 16:16:16 – a classic, fertilizer is used for any crops grown in the garden and in the garden.

   

2. NPK 19:9:19. This Azofoska contains less phosphorus, so it is recommended to use it on soils rich in this element. Since phosphorus is strongly washed out by precipitation, its losses are significant. But in arid and warm regions, this brand will be most welcome.
3. NPK 22:11:11 contains a lot of Nitrogen. Fertilizer is used to restore neglected lands, as well as in the case when the site is intensively exploited every year.
4. Chlorine-free Azofoska 1:1:1 has a high concentration of nutrients. It is used as the main, pre-sowing fertilizer, as well as for direct application during planting. Apply to all types of soils for various crops.
5. Azofosk 15:15:15 has a high concentration of nutrients, so top dressing is much more profitable than conventional single-component fertilizers. In addition to the main components – nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, the mineral fertilizer of this brand is enriched with magnesium and iron, calcium and zinc, manganese and cobalt, molybdenum. Although the presence of these trace elements is negligible, they all contribute to the enhancement of photosynthesis, the accumulation of chlorophyll.

Despite the versatility, excellent properties, the use of Azofoska fertilizer must be carried out strictly according to the instructions. It is better not to feed the plants than to let them “fat”.

Instructions

Nitroammophoska or Azofoska has a beneficial effect on any agricultural crops, fruit trees, berry bushes and flower plants. Fertilizer can be applied already at the stage of sowing or seedlings. Trace elements contribute to the strengthening of the root system, this significantly increases the return.

In order not to harm, you need to read the instructions for using Azofoska fertilizer.

But in any case, the norms must be associated with the type of soil and the characteristics of its depletion. Instructions for use are clearly written on the packaging. Let’s consider some of them:

• if fertilizer is to be scattered under annual crops, 30-45 grams will be required per hectare;
• when applied directly, for example, when planting potatoes, about 4 grams are added to the hole;
• under trees and shrubs, up to 35 grams of granulated Azofoska are added to the near-trunk circle;
• for root dressings of garden crops and indoor flowers, 2 grams of fertilizer are dissolved in a liter of water.

Useful Tips

Fertilizing with mineral fertilizers will only benefit plants if they are applied correctly. We offer you to get acquainted with some tips on the use of Azofoska:

1. Top dressing should be applied when the soil is warm. Otherwise, the top layers of the soil will begin to accumulate nitrates and make the crop unsafe to consume.
2. If Azofoska or Nitroammofoska needs to be applied in the fall, then this should be done in early September, while there are no serious frosts yet, and the soil keeps warm. With spring fertilization of the soil, work should be planned for the end of May.
3. It is necessary to carefully study the instructions, since exceeding the consumption rate harms the plants.
4. To reduce the amount of nitrates in the soil from the use of mineral fertilizers, you need to alternate them with organic matter.

If you want to get good yields of garden and garden crops, use any top dressing rationally. Remember, overfed plants don’t just accumulate nitrates in their fruits. From an overdose, yields fall, and the resulting agricultural products become dangerous and quickly deteriorate.

Instead of a conclusion

Based on the existing norms for the use of Azofoska, a small amount of it is required for the season in private gardens and cottages. Unfortunately, packages with Nitroammofoska are not designed for this. As a rule, most of the purchased top dressing remains. Therefore, you need to think about storage rules.

Azofoska should be stored in places inaccessible to children and animals, in dark, dry rooms. As noted in the product description, under the right storage conditions, mineral nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium fertilizer of any brand does not burn, does not emit toxins, does not explode.

Azofoska should be stored in hermetically sealed bags made of dense polyethylene or non-metallic containers with a well-closing lid.

In private courtyards, there is no accumulation of mineral dressings, but in farms they are purchased in large quantities and stored in the same room. Do not allow Azofoska dust to be in the air. The fact is that it has the ability to explode.

The shelf life of Azofoska is not more than one and a half years. Experts do not recommend using expired fertilizer.